Objects Database

Rucksack

Accession Number

098.2008.1

Object Name

Rucksack

Created

13/10/2008

Creator

Hermione Cooper

Accession Date

13/10/2008

Brief Description

'A'frame canvas rucksack. Large pocket on front. Two pockets either side. Metal frame, metal buckles, leather and canvas straps. Drawstring holes but no rope. Torn cloth pocket inside.
(Possibly home made)

Materials

Leather, canvas, metal

Dimensions

48(l) x 42(w) x 14(d) cms.

Number Of Objects

1

Colour

khaki brown

Provenance

We are assuming that this rucksack is homemade as we can't find any identification marks though there is a fair chance that it's a 'pirate' version of a Bergan.
Bergans of Norway produced the Rolls Royce of rucksacks back in the 1930's/40's and 50's and the word 'Bergan' became a generic term for all metal framed rucksacks in that era whoever the manufacturers. As with all good brands there are copies, often cheaper and not so well made. The rogue manufacturer would avoid putting their own name on the rucksack for legal reasons and to help with the myth that it was a real Bergan.
The Blacks advert - opposite - has a genuine Bergan for sale, but carries a warning against imposters which seems very appropriate if you read the Blanks advert - opposite - which has a Bergan pattern ruc-sac for half the price!

Acquisition Date

13/10/2008

Condition Check Date

28/04/2009

Normal Location

Bohuntin

Current Location

Bohuntin

Rules

Spectrum : UK Museum documentation standard, V.3.1 2007

Modified

28/04/2009

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