Hey guys, I just wondered if anyone could help me source an italian army alpini rucksack. A link would be great!!! Thanks!
Where can I find an italian alpini rucksack???
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Yep, got mine from Wynnchester, arrived just over a week ago, waiting for its' first outing on the 14th-16th !!
There's one for auction on ebay atm ~ http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VERY-RARE...ackpacksRucksacks_Bags_EH&hash=item27efd9166b
The £60 starting price (before P&P) is just under the £61 (including P&P) Wynnchester price tag :yikes: . Might be worth waiting to see whether Wynnchester get some more on? It might also be worth dropping them a call to see if they're expecting any
Usual disclaimers to both sellers .
The £60 starting price (before P&P) is just under the £61 (including P&P) Wynnchester price tag :yikes: . Might be worth waiting to see whether Wynnchester get some more on? It might also be worth dropping them a call to see if they're expecting any
Usual disclaimers to both sellers
.These are getting very expensive nowadays; from what I've read there weren't very many made as they were for specialist small alpine units in what was then a small army. I see them from time to time on German sites
changing hands for up to 100 Euros plus p&p!
I modded mine with better straps from a PRI Predator and it carries so much nicer with a heavy - ish load; although it's a non-destructive mod and the originals will go straight back on very easily.
changing hands for up to 100 Euros plus p&p!
I modded mine with better straps from a PRI Predator and it carries so much nicer with a heavy - ish load; although it's a non-destructive mod and the originals will go straight back on very easily.
How did you get the original straps off without destroying them? Unpick the threads? I love my Alpini, but wouldn't mind replacing the straps.
Wynnchester have the best examples, when in stock.
Try Trophe-shop ( Germany ) or Gunny surplus ( America ) Ive bought four in all, i keep giving them away as gifts. I think they are brilliant.
Try Trophe-shop ( Germany ) or Gunny surplus ( America ) Ive bought four in all, i keep giving them away as gifts. I think they are brilliant.
I cut the loops at the top carefully at the back, where they go through the metal loops at the top of the pack, so as when they are stitched back on it will not be visible and just as strong as it was. If you use straps from something like the Predator with 25mm webbing adjustment at the top end, they go on perfectly with no sewing required by using a ladderlock, having threaded the webbing through the metal rings on the Alpini.
Probably easier to do than to explain, but I'll try to post some pictures if you need them
I cut the loops at the top carefully at the back, where they go through the metal loops at the top of the pack, so as when they are stitched back on it will not be visible and just as strong as it was. If you use straps from something like the Predator with 25mm webbing adjustment at the top end, they go on perfectly with no sewing required by using a ladderlock, having threaded the webbing through the metal rings on the Alpini.
Probably easier to do than to explain, but I'll try to post some pictures if you need them
Pictures would be MUCH appreciated.
If the dimensions in the ebay link are accurate ...
... the pack (including side pockets) should be roughly 22 Litres (1,050 c.i + 145 c.i + 145 c.i. x 0.016387064) ~ and yes, I did have to look up the conversion multiplier!
22 litres is about right, but don't forget the two side pockets a very expandable, giving probably closer to 30. The pack rides high enough to be very conducive to a roll or jacket or somesuch to be attatched underneath, and an axe/hatchet on the front so you save a deal of space inside.
http://www.swisslink.com/products/packs_bags/new_italian_canvas_tactical_backpack-16-1807/
Although they are sold out as well.
Although they are sold out as well.
I think i put a link to where I got mine in the thread about them somewhere on the forum (can't look at the mo' as I'm only on my phone) but it was an Italian chap on Etsy, quite cheap and well recommended seller
This one?
Sorted now....have taken a punt on this one....
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/182149474/zaino-militare-originale-italiano-anni
I've not bought from etsy before so fingers crossed! Looks in very good condition
