THE AUSTPACK: Vintage Australian Army Canvas Pack + other army surplus

A look at some Australian Army surplus equipment from the 1970s and 80s. A focus on the canvas pack known as the Austpack, which was in service from 1968 to 1988. Also covered is the Hoochie tarp with it's mosquito net, the army sleeping bag and the canteen cup and stove. I have used all this equipment over the years, and while I have mostly moved on to more modern gear, there's something to be said for the old Aussie army surplus gear that just keeps on going.

For more info on equipment from this era see Rifleman Moore's videos:

Australian Modified M-1956 Load-Carrying Equipment - 1960s to 1980s:
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Australian Modified M-1956 Load-Carrying Equipment - 1960s to 1980s Part 2:
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