Rare 1939 dated A-frame with aluminum hardware in unissued condition

A stunning 1939 dated A-frame in unissued condition. The A-frame is complete with its pre war pouch and messkit strap. The leather straps are made of supple brown leather. A-frame is nicely dated 1939 as is the pouch. The first batch of A-frames like this one was only made in a small trial batch and issued to some of the troops for the 1940 campaign. The A-frame is in perfect condition and would be very hard to upgrade!