US ARMY M-1961 BUTT PACK
The M-1961 pack was a direct descendant from the M-1956 pack. The construction between the packs is
nearly identical. The M-1961 pack was improved by adding a rubberized throat liner inside.
The M-1956 and M-1961 butt packs represent the last of the series of packs issued by the US army for
the explicit purpose to hold rations and field mess equipment. A nylon version of this pack was
standardized in 1967 but saw very little use.
This page is a recognition and identification guide for Vietnam war US Military collectibles.
Multiple detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point out clearly
defined points that should be noted.
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There were multiple manufacturers who produced the butt pack. The companies applied markings to the packs using a stencil and black
ink. The markings were usually applied to the inside of the flap. An example of markings follows:
The markings read:
Field Pack Combat M-1961
DSA-1-1136-63-E
8465-823-7622
The following picture shows a depiction of a soldier wearing the M-1961 butt pack.
This Vietnam War US military collectible may be currently
reproduced.
It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because
the quality of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with
the construction style and materials employed in the manufacturing of this item.
Attention to the details is critical in order to be able to determine the authenticity of
the collectible.
If you have an interest is seeing other Vietnam war US military collectibles, you can do so by
going to our
Vietnam War US Military Collectibles Price Guide.
Where we cover items from the Army, Navy, Army Air Force and other organizations.
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