German backpack need some information.

[kirederf7]

Hello guys,

I'm offered this backpack.
It's my first time buying these so I just wanted to ask if this one is okay and how much I would offer for it.

[bigmacglenn]

I see these sell anywhere from $50-$70...The type shown is preferred as it has its own straps, rather than the type that requires Y-Straps to hook up to...There should be a prominent makers-mark and a date visible on the harness...These were made by the Swiss as well, btw...
cheers, Glenn

[timothy]

Appears to be nice German cow hide pack as Glenn says there should be a maker mark and possibly a date on the leather strip possibly middle on the top of pack. I have seen some later ones with RBN NO and not makers name. timothy

[JERSEY 34]

I am not familiar with the way the straps are attached to the pack. It appears the leather is stitched to a metal ring type piece which is then held in place with the normal attaching lug. I normally encounter full length straps which have 3 or 4 holes in each strap depending upon the length required. This may just be a type I have not seen but its not what I would call normal.
D.

[MP44tom]

To be honest I would pass on this one...

This is a M39 Tornister which should have the hooks to hang it in the Y-belt and not the straps (which belong on a M34 Tornister.
Besides that, the straps are not the original straps that belong on a Tornister.....

just my opinion
Tom

[kirederf7]

Thanks for the information guys, I appreciate it. I'll be passing on this one.

[kirederf7]

The guy is offering it for 40 euros, that's to much right?

[Neil Hever]

Well, the straps don't bug me although they are oddly attached. It might take a little work but for 40 Euros I would get it and look for proper hardware. NH

[MP44tom]

Well, since you can get correct Tornisters for 40 - 60 euro I would pass, but it's your choice of course

Just my opinion....

Tom