Original U.S. Vietnam War 1966 Model Lightweight Rucksack Frame With 1971-Dated Rucksack Field Gear The black paint on the

The black paint on the central cross is almost completely intact

This wonderful  "Bill" style polearm was originally kept in the regimental Military Museum commemorating the BATTLE OF THE BOYNE in 1690

The ends of many of the fingers have also become darker and stiff

Their purpose was to maintain order and discipline

It is not held in place by the elastic band though an original one should be easy to source

Original U.S. Vietnam War 1966 Model Lightweight Rucksack Frame With 1971-Dated Rucksack Field Gear The black paint on theOriginal Item: Only One Frame Available. This is a beautiful, genuine Lightweight Rucksack Frame with matching rucksack. This model 1966 version features a riveted construction with wraparound tabs on strap loops. The tabs would be eliminated on the next frame modification introduced in 1968. The frame is complete with correct shoulder straps, upper and lower back straps, and buckle tabs for attaching cargo straps, which are not present. This example