I need a new backpack and I am looking at the SF sabre 45
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click the 'buy now' button mate. ive had mine for years and its been superb. not really been careful with it and its still going strong. there really isnt anything better for the price IMO.
Crack on!
Excellent pack. Perfect size for all seasons. I find it keeps me from packing things i don't need and wont use.
My only tiny gripe would be the webbing on the front of the pack is useless. I intend to have mine replace with either a pocket or more likely a molly panel. I have seen mod on here somewhere but i cannot for the life of me remember who did it.
Excellent pack. Perfect size for all seasons. I find it keeps me from packing things i don't need and wont use.
My only tiny gripe would be the webbing on the front of the pack is useless. I intend to have mine replace with either a pocket or more likely a molly panel. I have seen mod on here somewhere but i cannot for the life of me remember who did it.
Ray Mears shop, woodlore has them on offer https://www.raymears.com/Bushcraft_Product/293-Karrimor-SF-Sabre-45-Litre-Rucksack-Olive-Green/
I have the K SF 75l, i can't fault it, great bergens.
Get one, you won't be disappointed.
I have the K SF 75l, i can't fault it, great bergens.
Get one, you won't be disappointed.
yes. I am not sure what the intended use was for that style of webbing loops but that layout does not look particularly useful. If you want molle then the Karrimor SF predator would be the one to go for. but I don't really want molle and the extra weight the webbing straps add (although they do add versatility ). I am not a big fan of attaching items to the outside of a pack. it either goes into the pack or for immediate access it goes in the pockets.
I did look at the predator but I didn't want "all molle" so to say.
Its a great pack and you will not regret it.
Cracking pack and a great range of side pouches available to suit your needs. I havn't been kind to mine and its still going strong. Like Dwardo said I find it keeps me from packing things I dont need, and the spacious side pouches come in handy for cold weather as you can pack a good deal extra.
Can I put in a suggestion for the Exped Lightning 60 or 45 pack. I've never had a pack that's so comfortable and effective at load transfer. I [thread=138101]reviewed it here[/thread].
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I had the idea of using cheaper army surplus side pocket rather than the expensive Karrimor SF side pockets. Then maybe I could paint them up to match the main pack better than the DPM or OD colours of the army kit.
has anyone tried anything like this
I had the idea of using cheaper army surplus side pocket rather than the expensive Karrimor SF side pockets. Then maybe I could paint them up to match the main pack better than the DPM or OD colours of the army kit.
has anyone tried anything like this
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You would need to make sure the zips on the side pockets / issue pouches are the same. I know they're different for berghaus.
Tonyuk
As a "do all" bag, the SF45 is very hard to beat. I use it without the side pockets for a long day out where I need to carry cooking kit and kit for emergencies, and if I'm out for a night, I use the PLCE pouches. On short days I use the SF30 and longer trips I use the SF75. I'm 6' tall and they all sit really nicely on my shoulders and back and I couldn't be happier with them.
As a side note, it's also worth looking at the PLCE Hydration pack at the same time as this can be used on it's own and also can be carried as well as the PLCE pouch, by clipping the pinch clips together. Also, buy the PLCE yoke, if you're in the field for a couple of days and you just want a small day sack, you can use the Pouches.
As a side note, it's also worth looking at the PLCE Hydration pack at the same time as this can be used on it's own and also can be carried as well as the PLCE pouch, by clipping the pinch clips together. Also, buy the PLCE yoke, if you're in the field for a couple of days and you just want a small day sack, you can use the Pouches.
Mark I already have the yoke and hydration pack in army issue DPM. I also have a set of DPM side pouches and as it is all compatible it does seem a good option for me.
the only reason I have not ordered on yet is because I cant decide on what colour to get
the only reason I have not ordered on yet is because I cant decide on what colour to get
well I went ahead and ordered the sabre 45 in typhon cam with the matching side pouches. I don't think this pattern is a very good camouflage ( I think it is supposed to be for urban night ops) but I just liked it and thought it looked nicer than plain black
if I had gone for a solid colour I would have painted my DPM pouches to match but I would not have been able to match the factory look of the typhon pattern
as for painting pouches ect I had a little play with some old ammo pouches I had. it seems to work well and creates a "distressed" look and might be a good option if you are actually trying to camouflage yourself or if you use solid colours to try and match kit you already own. But paint is fairly expensive (especially if you use multiple colours) so it may not necessarily be a cheap option but it may be fantastic if you want to create something custom.
if I had gone for a solid colour I would have painted my DPM pouches to match but I would not have been able to match the factory look of the typhon pattern
as for painting pouches ect I had a little play with some old ammo pouches I had. it seems to work well and creates a "distressed" look and might be a good option if you are actually trying to camouflage yourself or if you use solid colours to try and match kit you already own. But paint is fairly expensive (especially if you use multiple colours) so it may not necessarily be a cheap option but it may be fantastic if you want to create something custom.
Good call
I have a sabre 45 and must admit I have been thinking about what to do with the straps on the front. Maybe its worth a separate thread for uses and mods on them.
I have a sabre 45 and must admit I have been thinking about what to do with the straps on the front. Maybe its worth a separate thread for uses and mods on them.
well my sabre 45 arrived and it looks very nice so far. I could not get the matching side poutches in the typhon cam but I can confirm that army plce poutches do fit if you had any doubts. my only niggle is I wish it a side mesh pocket that would stop kit sliding out if you used the side compresion straps to attach equipment but that is a small point.
the backplate is moldable but can anyone tell me how to do this
the backplate is moldable but can anyone tell me how to do this
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well my sabre 45 arrived and it looks very nice so far. I could not get the matching side poutches in the typhon cam but I can confirm that army plce poutches do fit if you had any doubts. my only niggle is I wish it a side mesh pocket that would stop kit sliding out if you used the side compresion straps to attach equipment but that is a small point.
the backplate is moldable but can anyone tell me how to do this
What's that a picture of? I may be missing something here but that image doesn't look like any sabre 45 I've seen; I'm puzzled, is that a new version I haven't seen?
No the picture shows the type of pocket that is not on the sabre but I think it would make a good addition. But I am very pleased with overall
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