The Original Duluth Pack is available in three models. Both the #2 and #3 packs utilize an envelope style design, and the #4 is a box pack. All three models feature 15-ounce canvas construction, top grade roller buckles, three ¾ inch leather front flap straps, and sturdy leather shoulder straps attached with hand hammered copper rivets. In addition, all stress areas are reinforced for extra durability and peace of mind while portaging even the heaviest of loads. All fastenings are top grade, smooth working, roller buckles. Each pack is equipped with the traditional tumpline, an internal map pocket, and a thick replaceable poly liner. #3 and #4 also available in Waxed Canvas. Made in USA.
Technical Specifications
Item No. S-302 #2 Original Duluth Pack
Dimensions: 25H x 24W
Capacity: 3,970 cubic inches
Construction: 15 oz canvas, envelope style design, double sewn side seams, leather reinforcements for all rivets, includes M-211 poly liner and traditional Tumpline
Item No. S-303 #3 Original Duluth Pack
Dimensions: 26H x 28W
Capacity: 5,330 cubic inches
Construction: 15 oz canvas, envelope style design, double sewn side seams, leather reinforcements for all rivets, includes M-211 poly liner, and traditional Tumpline, also available in Waxed Canvas
Item No. S-304 #4 Original Duluth Pack
Dimensions: 26H x 28W x 6D
Capacity: 7,920 cubic inches
Construction: 15 oz canvas, box pack design, double sewn side seams, leather reinforcements for all rivets and high stress corners, includes M-215 poly liner, and traditional Tumpline compatible with 24” basket, also available in Waxed Canvas
History of this Product
Many people believe that the name Duluth Pack is a generic term, much like Kleenex® or Band-Aid®, when in fact there is only one real Duluth Pack. A French Canadian named Camille Poirier first patented the now famous Duluth Pack on December 12th, 1882. Until this time, a pack of this type did not exist. Poirier had designed and built a new type of pack-sack that closed with a buckled flap, had new-fangled shoulder straps, a tumpline, a chest or sternum strap, and an umbrella holder (umbrellas were used as portable shade during the time of clear cutting in the Northland). In 1911, Camille sold off the pack business to the new Duluth Tent and Awning Company. At that time all packs were manufactured and sold under the Monarch Brand trade name, but over the years became commonly known as the “Duluth Pack.” To this day, Duluth Packs are still made in the same building, with many of the same machines and techniques that were used almost a century ago. As rugged as the country in which it was born, the Original Duluth Pack has been an integral part of life in the North Country for well over a century. The Duluth Pack was originally designed as an every day use pack, for just about anything. For years, forestry workers, trappers, hunters, and canoe adventurers alike have all praised the Duluth Pack for its simplicity, utility, and durability. A common misconception about these packs is that they were designed for the coureur des bois (runner of the woods), or the licensed Voyageurs during the fur trade. While the Voyageurs did use a similar flat or envelope style pack to transport enormous quantities of goods throughout the Northwood’s, the Duluth Pack, unfortunately, missed the Voyageurs by roughly half a century (although the Voyageurs were most prominent during the 17th and 18th centuries).
Duluth Pack's Craftsmanship and Guarantee
All of our handmade packs and bags are built to last in Duluth, Minnesota, USA. Our factory, where we have been building our products since 1911, is home to an extremely talented group of sewers, riveters, and leather craftspeople. Each piece of Duluth Pack gear is painstakingly built by hand with the attention and detail that only a true artisan can provide. We stand behind our work and are proud to offer a lifetime warranty covering all craftsmanship and hardware we use in the construction of our products. Craftsmanship includes our sewing and riveting. Hardware includes all zippers, buckles, D-rings, snaps, and any other parts utilized in the manufacturing of our bags. If at anytime during the life of your Duluth Pack product you have problems in these areas, return the product and it will be repaired free of charge. If the product cannot be repaired due to a defect in craftsmanship or faulty hardware, we will be happy to replace the item at Duluth Pack’s discretion. While your Duluth Pack item is designed to provide you with many years of use, Duluth Pack is not responsible for common wear and tear or misuse of your product and is therefore not covered by our warranty. Of course, damages not covered under warranty can usually be repaired at a minimal cost. We sincerely value your patronage and will always do our absolute best to go the extra mile to ensure that you are happy with every Duluth Pack purchase
Items: #2, #2 waxed, #3 waxed, #4 waxed are available online only