All Arms bergen

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Pablo

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Oct 10, 2005
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Hi folks.

I brought this at a surplus store at the weekend for a tenner. I know it's called the All Arms bergen and wasn't that popular with the forces. Looks to me like a pretty reasonable bag for bushcrafting if not that good for carrying heavy loads for a long distance but I haven't tried it out yet.

Anyone else got one if so what do you think? Anyone any more info (who makes them etc)

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Cheers,

Pablo.
 

MikeE

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Sep 12, 2005
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I was issued one for over 5 years and did use it on many occasions. My only problem with it was the size, it was just too small!! So I "acquired" an infantry bergen which was more useful. My guys continued to use the Other Arms version with no problems whatsoever. I did like the fact that you could cover the straps for transport in a vehicle!! But then I wasn't called Kitmonster for just any reason!!!:D

Just noticed you only paid a tenner, that would make it a bargain regardless!!
 

Greg

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Jul 16, 2006
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Like Mike said for bushcraft its a bargain, but I would definately steer clear of tabbing any long distance, because of the design the weight of your gear isn't kept close to your body like a proper bergen ie the Infantry bergen. And this has caused alot of back problems in the past.
 

Matt Mallery

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Jun 4, 2007
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I have one and really like it. There are supposed to be two side pockets that attach to it but I have not located any.
 

Jedadiah

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Jan 29, 2007
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The issue PLCE side pockets fit on no problem and this will add approx another 1/3 to the capacity. I concur with everyones comments so far, bargain for a tenner, handy bit of kit just don't expect comfort over any distance.
 

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