Equipment - PACK, post 1970's

Historical information

This item was commonly called a "Bum Bag" as it fitted on the rear of a waist webbing belt.

Physical description

Jungle green canvas, flap is held down with 2 straps, 2 metal clips at rear mount bag onto waist belt. Plastic buckles, celluloid pocket on top for soldier's name.
Volume about 6 litres. Bottom straps have been bound up with black pvc tape.

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