FEDERAL ISSUE DOUBLE BAG KNAPSACK

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Item Code: 1268-249

This is the standard issue US double bag knapsack of painted (tarred) canvas. It is in good condition relative to many surviving examples and is mostly complete.

The outer bag has two tears at upper right measuring 3” and 2” and one at lower left measuring .5”. These are clean tears and only show because the item has been stuffed with light paper to keep its shape. There are three other tears on the inner bag – each on the sides, which measure .5”, 3”, and 3”. Three miniscule holes are noted in the outer bag measuring 1cm and the others measuring approximately 2cm.  A split along the top piece that joins the two bags measures 4” and two tears on the outer bag’s inner flap measure 1.2” and .5”.

The knapsack has all three closure straps. They are a bit dry and show some surface wear but are complete. The bottom edge has two of the three roller buckles used for securing the closure straps. This area also has the larger roller buckle for adjusting the shoulder strap, which has separated from its attachment loop but remains buckled to the strap. All roller buckles, except for one of the smaller flap buckles, show surface rust. The brass hook used to attach the other shoulder strap is present, as is the triangular brass attachment loop. One of the chest straps is missing, but the other retains its brass hook fastener.  The piece has both shoulder straps, still firmly attached with strong stitching. These are solid but are slightly dry with some surface crazing. Both blanket roll straps are present with some drying and light crazing, but the leather remains pliable and all associated stitching is strong.

The interior of the pack is in good condition with just two small holes noted on the inside half of the outer bag measuring 1” and .5”.  Four pin-sized holes are present in the lower portion of the outer bag (interior facing).  The interior bag flaps are complete with both roller buckles and straps in good condition.  Two of the white leather closure ties are present, one on each side, still attached by a single rivet.

These knapsacks are often found in a poor state of preservation due to the nature of the construction materials and intended use.  This example would display very nicely with a bit of gentle and responsible work or, left as is, remains an honest and nice example of a ubiquitous piece of Civil War gear.  [cm][ph:L]

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