Historically one of our most popular backpacks. And it does have history. It is a reproduction of writer George Washington Sears' (a.k.a Nessmuk's) old Maine guide pack from the 1880's. Popular for a reason, it is a great size! Perfect for a day's load of gear and even more if you pack right and have compressible stuff. It also works great as a second pack on a canoe trip. A long, single 2-in-1 pocket on one side, shorter twin 2-in-1 pockets vertically stacked on the other side (2-in-1 pockets allow storage of long, flat items to be stored between the pocket and and pack body). Inside, there is a smaller hanging pocket and a slip pocket at the front of the pack. The Nessmuk has a leather grab handle and is built at Frost River from 18oz. waxed cotton canvas.
SIZE |
16"h x 12"w x 5.5"d plus pockets |
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VOLUME |
1056 c.i. (Actual) 1900 c.i. (Expanded approx.) |
POCKETS |
3 external (Long pocket measures 12" x 5.5" x 2", short pockets measure 6" x 5.5" x 2"), 1 slip on front body, 1 internal hanging zipper pocket. |
CLOSURE |
Internal rain flaps, large flaps over main compartment. |
SHOULDER STRAPS |
2.25″ pistol belt web with leather attachment. |
BASE |
Waxed cotton canvas |
MATERIALS |
18 oz. waxed canvas, premium leather, solid brass hardware. |