Germany, Heer. A Cowhide Tornister, with RZM Label, by Sattlerwarenfabrik Xela Republic of which retains both original attachment

which retains both original attachment prongs and is marked on the reverse with a Reichszeugmeisterei (RZM) logo and maker code of “M1/52”

the reverse inscribed “Für treue Dienste im Reichsarbeitsdienst” (For service in the state labour service) within a border of oak leaves

and the adjoining College’s Buckston Browne Research Farm

in bronzed and gilded metal (magnetic)

Germany, Heer. A Cowhide Tornister, with RZM Label, by Sattlerwarenfabrik Xela Republic of which retains both original attachment(Heer Tornister). A well preserved Heer Tornister (knapsack), constructed of a reinforced field grey cotton cloth shell with black leather edge reinforcements. The reverse is fully lined in brown cowhide with hair that presents remarkably intact. It features two blackened leather shoulder straps which retain all functional magnetic metal buckles and clips for the inclusion of additional uniform accessories. A flap opens to reveal a multi compartment