Haversacks

The haversack was an indispecable part of everyday life in the 18th and early 19th century.  From the soldier to the longhunter to the common citizen, everyone carried a haversack for one reason or another.  It carried all the things that were needed in everyday life.  The soldier and the longhunter carried everything they owned in their haversacks.  A workman could carry the tools of his trade in one.  The farmer carried one when he when to town or carried his dinner into the fields.  The gentelman carried one on a days hunting or on a short trip.  The lady of the house would find one a great help on market day.

Haversacks came in all shapes and sizes, according to ones needs and what they could afford.  I am proud to offer haversacks for everyone.  All the haversacks are handsewn (unless otherwise noted) and made of all natural materials.  They are made to withstand longterm use at reenactments, rendezvous or in the woods.  All jute and wool haversacks are lined with cotton duck for added strenght and durabilty, and handsewn with linen cord.

Good for the woods.  There is nothing to standout on this one.  The brown on brown color will blend right into the deep woods.  The outter shell is made of heavy woven jute lined with brown cotton duck.  The brass buttons and double D buckle will dull with age.  The 2 1/2" strap is wide enough to carry any load without cutting into your shoulder.  The flap and strap edges are edged with buckskin for long wear.  The strap ends are heavy cowhide belting.  The bag measures 16" x 16", large enough to carry anything you might need.

BBHS

$45.00

This is another one that will attract no attention in the woods.  The outter shell is made of hunter green jute.  The flap and edging are dark brown buckskin.  A single brass button makes for easy access to the 16" x16" bag.  The 2 1/2" strap are fitted with heavy cowhide and a double D brass buckle.

BGHS

$45.00

Something for the individual, this haversack, with its lobe-cut flap, is not your run of the mill haversack.  Three brass buttons hold the buckskin covered flap in place.  The 2 1/2" strap is edged with buckskin and fitted with cowhide ends and a double D brass buckle.  The tan jute shell is fully lined with cotton duck for added strenght.  The 15" x 16" bag will hold everything you need.

TLHS

$50.00

This is another one for the individualist.  Nothing common about this haversack with its scallop-cut flap.  The flap and strap are edged with contrasting buckskin.  The tan jute shell is lined with cotton duck and measures 15"x 16".  The 2 1/2" strap is backed with cotton duck and fitted with cowhide and a double D buckle.

SFHS

$50.00

Nothing fancy here, just a good serviceable haversack.  This one is a tan jute bag measuring 15" x16".  The edges are covered with buckskin to protect from wear.  Two antler buttons hold the flap in place with buckskin loops.  The strap is jute banding measures 48".

PJHS

$25.00

This medium size bag offers something a little different in a 100% cotton tapistray shell lined with cotton duck.  Haversacks where made out of whatever was at hand.  The covering of an old chair could be reused to make a good bag.  This bag measures 14" x 15 ", just right for short trips or a millita man.  The strap is 2 1/2" heavy cowhide belting with a brass buckle.  The flap and bag edge are covered with black buckskin. 

RTHS

$30.00

This one looks good and can still stand up to rough use.  The outter shell is a tight blue herringbone woven jute lined with cotton duck.  The flap and covered with buckskin.  The strap is fully backed with cotton duck and edged with buckskin.  The strap ends are cowhide fitted with a double D brass buckle.

BHHS

$50.00 

Fancy but servicable this haversack has a shell of blue herringbone woven jute and a lining of cotton duck.  The strap is 3" jute webbing to carry the 15" x 16" bag in comfort.  Two antler buttons with buckskin loops hold the flap closed.  The bag is fully edged with buckskin.

BHPHS

$30.00

TUMPLINE

This tumpline is made of jute banding, 3 1/2 " wide and 42" long.  Perfect for carrying a bedroll, the tumpline can be slung across you shoulder or suspended from your forehead, in the style of the Native Americans.  Either way the wide strap allows it to ride in comfort.  The blanket is held in place with buckskin ties suspended from heavy cowhide strap ends.  With this and a haversack you are ready for the trail.

TUNPLINE

$15.00