Vtg Austrian Gendarmerie WWII Era Backpack / Rucksack

In good used vintage condition. This is an Austrian Gendarmerie backpack / rucksack from WWII era with metal bracing on back. There is a stamp on the underside of the front flap that says Gendarmerie Eigentum and a Made In Austria sticker on the bottom of bag. There's some writing on the top flap and on the back of bag. There are multiple stains throughout bag, and bag is a bit dirty on the inside and outside. There's a tear at the top left edge of top flap and a patched spot on the back that's loose & coming off, & another patched spot on front left pocket. The leather on the straps and back of bag is worn & faded and has some cracks & lots of scuffing & wear throughout. There's some rust on various parts of the metal hardware and bracing, and on the back bottom strap on the underside of buckle. There's a yellow string tied to the side strap. Possibly other small spots or issues that were missed. Please look through photos to get a good idea of overall condition.

Measurements:

19 x 21 x 9

ITEM #1455