“Greener” Military Rucksack

I’ve opted for an authentic ex-military 1990 era “shorty” rucksack, previously owned by someone Greener. Serial number 978-5302, SL32A/4662.

After reviewing (and often falling in love with) tonnes of different modern-day, featured-packed and ultimately more ergonomic rucksacks – I couldn’t deny myself the opportunity to pick up something unconventional and designed for hardcore expeditions. Plus I like that I won’t be flouting some florescently coloured, heavily branded affair in the jungle.

This rucksack easily matches some of the snazzier contemporary equivalents in terms of carry capacity at approximately 65 litres across a large main cabin, 1 inside lid pocket and two external zipped pockets. Not pictured are the ludicrous detachable side pockets which almost double the carry capacity and could easily smuggle a large loaf of bread each. This rucksack is a little weightier that modern day counterparts, but the fact it’s 100% waterproof will make up for this. This has been tested by pouring a glass on water on it. The water pooled in the creases. Wicked.

Best thing is that it has ‘J W D G’ stamped on the front which, even though the letters are kind of the wrong way around, reminds me of an old nickname for my brother, D-DAWG. I know it doesn’t really make sense, but I’m looking forward to being reminded of my bro whilst trekking through unknown jungle. It’ll be a nice prompt to channel his creative/writing energy and inspiration I get from it and trip out about Ash of Jequitibá.

Previous owners scribble above military issuing labels

Mega loaf mode (with pockets)

Had to be done on the day of purchase 😀