Signalman's Backpack 1

Signalman's Backpack number 1, 'Fernsprechtornister 1'. Based on the M39 'Tornister', but larger and with dual closure flaps. The backpack would contain the necessary equipment for the Signalman, such as cable reels and various tools. There were three versions of the backpack '1,2,3' with each having different interiors. Backpack maker marked and dated 1940 on the back, manufactured by 'Gebrüder Klinge Lederwaren-Fabrik' in Dresden (Löbtau). The frame inside the backpack is not present. Nice used and hard to find example!