Rucksack
Umbro
Category
Textiles
Date
Unknown
Materials
Canvas, metal and leather
Measurements
45 mm (H); 50 mm (W); 25 mm (D)
Place of origin
England
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 23526
Summary
Large khaki canvas rucksack on a metal frame. On front of main cavity is a white sewn on label, in green; MADE IN ENGLAND / Scout Wear / by / UMBRO. Grey sewn on label on back of cavity, incorporating a picture of crossed staves, in red; THE / B.B / ATLAS / ALL BRITISH / RUCKSACK. Cord for closing is missing. Top flap secured by webbing strap and buckle, as is the wide gusseted pocket on the front. One grey leather strap loop with metal rivets, stamped on each side; MADE IN ENGLAND. Additionally there are adjustable webbing shoulder straps which can be fitted to the waist strap by a metal hook and eye. Adjustable webbing strap keeps rucksack away from waist and a similiar strap secures rucksack across the front of the body.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.
Makers and roles
Umbro, retailer Brown Best & Company Ltd , manufacturer