Old Grouch Sold Out of these 24 hours after this video went live! If you want one join his facebook list at: www.facebook.com He said he will announce when they get more in. You can find these Rucksacks at store.oldgrouch.biz These are real Italian military issue packs, used but in great condition. The Italian military drew upon the countries long history of alpine exploration and excellent outdoor industry when they designed and made this pack. Very light at just 4.5 pounds, the main compartment measures 14"x7"x28", and the side compartments are 6.5"x4"x15" each. Has lots of extra straps for lashing gear to the outside, a bonus top compartment on the top flap, sturdy plastic frame, and great padded straps.
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Wow!! Really cool review. I’m amazed the Italians still have an Army.
i was at Ft Hood 76-79 and we just had butt packs
Great review Jack!
Once again another great review from THe Man!! Im liking this pack but at 85 bucks I think I’ll stick with the used ALICE packs they have at my local army/navy store. I do like the way the assault pack detaches from the main pack but the lack of any webbing or molle straps is kinda strange for me after using packs that do have it. Great Video!!
Love the podcast and especially the forum.
Pete
Awesome Review wish you could review ALL the survival stuff out there
Well done !
nice review !! i think i will get one.
Jack,
Grouch’s is in my neck of the woods. I recommend them for other things other than these type of packs.Veteran owned and operated. They know gear, gear is their livelihood.
I’ll have to ask Old Grouch if he ships to Canada.
Awesome stuff man, I like the shot at the Arm Chair Warriors lol
Great info, thanks for the heads up Jack and please keep us posted on shipping to Canada!
Good info Jack… I have a similar pack that is German Bundeswher surplus I got for just a little less, this Italian one looks a little bigger and nicer and might make for an upgrade.
I got the German one for $50 a little over a year ago off ebay. Very similar in style, the German one is very high quality material. I think these European milsurp stuff might be an overlooked source for preps.
The US pack is very similar with it having a assault pack aswell but I think the US one is better maybe I’m just bias.
@ThisGuyCanCook1 – What US Pack are you referring to? The ALICE gear I used in the Army was NOTHING like this. I have looked for any type of US current issue pack that compares to this. If you have a link for me please send me a direct message since they won’t let you post links in youtube comments.
Wish someone would make this bag in different colors.