Vintage Swiss Cowhide Backpack Springfield Mass. Thoughtful Construction: Each kit includes

Thoughtful Construction: Each kit includes two 10" leather straps

Named after Riccardo Cassin (the famous Italian Mountaineer) this ice axe most likely dates from 1949 - 1952

These longitudinal stiffeners allow the boat or SLEIGH to be designed with lighter material reducing the weight of the vessel

We haven't seen many reinforced ski tips - especially ones with wood frames to keep the shape

Note: wrapped repair on the tip of "left" snowshoes was well done with rawhide lacing

Vintage Swiss Cowhide Backpack Springfield Mass. Thoughtful Construction: Each kit includesWWII Swiss Military Cowhide Backpack Found in Europe 20x11x6 Vintage Winter 1940s This Swiss cowhide pack is in very good condition. The pack has the Swiss emblem stamped on the leather tab on the back. All the leather is in tact and supple.