The First Bag Adam Savage Obsessed Over
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- čas přidán 28. 08. 2023
- Adam is obsessed with containers (have you seen his collection of vintage boxes?) but he's also specifically obsessed with the design of bags. From his own EDC line of shoulder bags to leather satchels to house his props and electronics, he loves a distinct and purposeful bag design. Adam shares the story of the Russian military map bag that launched his love for these kinds of bags, and his recent acqusition of a few bags that capture that aesthetic.
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Hey Adam,
I too am a lover of bags. It started in the late 80's when I got my hands on a US military surplus demolition pouch. Just big enough to fit a couple D&D books in plus some writing materials. Damn I miss that bag..
So currently I'm sourcing a leg pouch because being in a wheelchair makes getting into your pockets a pain. I'm currently looking at MOLLE style leg pouches to hold my wallet, flashlight etc on the top of one leg.
When. I was a teenager a friend described my obsession with packs, military load bearing equipment, other parctical luggage and the like as "the hobby of collecting, packing and unpacking little bags". I feel it is safe for me to say "I get you Adam".
I don't really have the space but I'd love to get an industrial sewing machine, a roll of cordura or 3, a pile of hardware and start making bags and backpacks for fun and maybe profit,
Canvass, US military messenger/mail bags are a hobby of mine. WWII - Vietnam era stuff is still out there to be had, even in Army Surplus Stores.
you should make a backpack in that red EDC colour
Hey Adam,
Your Swiss bag is actually also a map bag and not for medical supplies. The form factor matches standardized swiss maps, the velcro-compartement is for pencils etc. and the small extra pouch is for the compass. This model was produced for most of the 20th century and because of that is a very common sight in thrift shops overe here in Switzerland. You might also like the old Swiss army bread bags ("Brotsack") made from leather and very sturdy canvas.
The rectangular pocket on the right hand side of the brown German map case is for a Deckungwinkelmesser, a small hand held optic tool used to help calculate distances and heights for indirect (or volley fire) fire from machine guns, artillery and mortars. The little slot cut in the pocket was for a leather strap that was used to help pull the tool out (missing on Adam's map case).
Alright, hear me out Tested crew :
You now have a duty to humankind to keep producing videos of Adam geeking out about "common" things of every day life.
His puppy-like levels of excitement when he's talking about them is what the world needs.
This is now your mission.
You do not have a choice.
DO IT !!!! WE WANT MORE GIDDY ADAM CONTENT !!!
Noted!
I always wanted the bag that Indiana Jones used!
@@mbmurphy777that’s a British Gasmask bag, which strangely hadn’t yet been designed yet when the first Indy films had taken place. When a new stockpile of surplus is found, prices drop, so keep an eye out and be patient. My brother and best friend both have one in unused unissued condition.
I just bought one myself and it is a great size for a bag. Search for a MK VII gas mask bag and away you go.@@mbmurphy777
@@mbmurphy777 I believe that is a British Gas Mask bag. Not sure if it was WWII era(the bag), but I think so.
I'd love to see your take on a trendy fanny pack Adam
Well that's a wild Kyle.
Love your work man, cool to see you on one of my other favorite channels
Kyle? In the comments section well dang lol nice to see you here
Not sure “trendy” and “fanny pack” is ever going to happen! 😂
thumbnail made me think it was a rogan fannypack. otherwise agreed.
That's basically the function that last bag serves.
This reminds me SO much of the bags by Galen Leather in Turkey. The matriarch of the company, who sadly passed away only a few years ago, was always interested in these sorts of bags. She used one example of a Swiss medic bag to inspire and design what they call the Writer's Medic Bag.
I purchased one from them when we were living in Austin. I loaded it with watercolor supplies and toted that thing all over Big Bend, Marfa, and the many trails of the Texas Hill Country. It's held up beautifully. I love the story behind it and the legacy of this mother and wife who designed it.
Not affiliated with Galen Leather in any way. Just a loving admirer of their work who enjoys sharing stuff like this. Thanks for the wonderful post! Off to shop for some EDCs!
The Swiss „medical bag“ is actually a standard map bag of a Swiss corporal. The medical bag of the Swiss Army is slightly bigger and the front can be flipped open too. The medical bag has compartments for all the stuff. Fun fact: it included a foldable lantern with a wax candle. I carried both during my service in the Swiss Army and afterwards I kept it for many years as first-aid kit in my car and used the map bag as edc bag too.
I still have my Swiss Map bag, sans leather strap, which I was issued in the late 80ies. Have never seen that medical bag, sounds like I would be great for EDC!
I have ADHD and Autism, and I also have a fascination with bags (among other things). The only difference is I have always been somewhat embarrassed by it thinking it reflects my cognitive impairment, so I love how Adam celebrates his idiosyncrasy rather than apologise for it - I should learn from this! 🙂
My daughter is on the spectrum and I have ADD, I couldn't agree more with you! Thanks for posting. ❤ this channel is great for us! So satisfying.
Everybody has interests and obsessions, regardless of your neurodivergencies or lack thereof. If neurotypical people can love things like stock cars driving an oval track for 5 hours and all the intricacies of it, I don't see how appreciating nice bags or carriers is far off :)
@@Tyreinn it could be argued that enjoying watching cars driving in an oval for 5 hours is, in itself, a form of neurodivergence 😂
There's a book called 'hunters In a farmers world' if I'm remembering correctly.
The book talks a lot about the theories that things like ADHD exist in humans because it benefited our early societies
If you read the book you might see it more as a specialized brain instead of an impaired one
mate, its just some people take a lot of pleasure in things that others dont see the craftsmanship, design specifics to exactly fulfill the role or just how fricking cool something is- welcome to the club :P
For many years I carried and old US army explosives satchel, Vietnam era, that I picked up somewhere. One time while grocery shopping an older, wheelchair bound, veteran stopped me and said he carried that exact bag in Vietnam. He said, if you open the flap there is a larger pocket on the right and a few smaller pockets for carrying detonators (or something). He was dead on, same pockets and everything. I immediately took my stuff out of my bag and gifted it to him. He was so excited. It was a super cool interaction with a cool old guy.
Absolutely love your honest and unfiltered enthusiasm! It never fails to bring a smile and a laugh. I’ve been looking for that Russian bag myself after i saw it in HBO’s "Chernobyl". I love leather bags and i am currently rocking a 4 year old Indiana satchel from Saddleback Leather goods. They are built so solid that it is just now after 4 years of use that the good patina is starting to show.
I've said it a thousand times and I'll say it a thousand more...
Adam is the Fred Rogers of making.
Every time his face shows up on screen, my day is instantly better, and I always learn something new.
This is so relatable. I have long-obsessed over the beautiful military bags I kept seeing in movies and television, much like that map bag you talked about. And now there are so many similar styles of bags available, and for functional purposes I love using an over-the-shoulder, canvas, messenger-style bag for taking my dogs out.
Been watching following you on social media since the very first Mythbuster episode and want to say Thank you very much for constantly taking us along on your adventures through life ,it's been incredible. Really love your bag designs and practically for real life and maybe 1 day I will be able to actually own 1. Everyone keep yourselves and love ones safe and healthy and remember to SMILE 😊
This brought back my memory of my first ever ebay purchase was a crossbody bag I saw a girl with at school, got obsessed, and my first etsy purchase was a vintage military bag that had been upcycled with some vintage mod fabric. God I love bags. Or "containers" as Adam said, is definitely one of my loves.
I really connected with this video. I have a military map bag from Czechoslovakia and as a leather worker have I been trying to add the awesome elements of this bag to my own projects ever since I found it. It is unfortunately made of vinyl but has a similar construction to your Russian version but with only one horizontal fold out and side pockets. Military designs are always great inspiration as they are always function first.
Yeah, I was waiting for him to pull out the Czechoslovakia map case
Never stop making those Savage Industries bags! I've had my eye on the medium duffle white with that sail material and orange velcro. SO NICE! I'm making my own traveler writing bag to keep all my pens and inks in.
I really want to pull the trigger on one. Hey Tested team: any plans for a sling bag? More specifically one big enough to hold a 13" laptop or iPad Pro?!
I appreciate your enthusiasm as a fellow bagman.
Feels like we need a one day build where you fabricate one to your specs, I've done it, it's life affirming.
This was a fun little video! I'm a leatherworker and occasionally make bags, so seeing what Adam looks for in a bag is fun to see.
Yes! My time to shine.
Adam if you want more bags you have to look at Swiss ammo bags. The Swiss army at one point had these beautiful canvas and leather bags to store their ammo. They are about the size of a US ammo can but canvas top with leather bottoms.
Once you find those the Swiss also had a large canvas backpack which is leather bottomed and a beautiful green grey colored canvas. The backpack was a system for smaller bags and blanket rolls. So you should look at their bread bags for that backpack. There are 2 versions of the bread bag one in canvas and the other in a cheaper plastic/leather material. Obviously the canvas one is the one to have.
I think I have seen repros on amazon, they do look nice and I can imagine the real ones are incredible.
Have you ever checked out the Swiss Medic bags! Ohhh you need to! If this is your jam, you'll dig those, too.
I watched my first video of yours today and I found it very inspiring, very interesting and I think you did brilliantly.
I have a 29 yr old son with Autism who lives with me and with you talking and being yourself made me feel good and it made me feel that everything is going to be alright. I think if I got tested or went into learning about myself more I would fall on the ASD spectrum. When you were explaining the grocery store sinario , it made me smile because that's what I do. I find it hard to get words out and no what to say next, the anxiety etc etc. Like mother like son. .. thank you
I love the EDC ONE as an urban hiking / everyday bag. With my basic stuff in it, it's light and portable, and it expands enough for a mini-grocery run. I can also rely on the waterproofing and keep papers and electronics in it even if I am not sure of the weather ahead. Thanks for sharing the fruits of your bag fascination with us all.
Scott Christian Sava uses a vintage medical bag as his watercolor & sketching kit when he's outside. He's made a couple videos on it. Beautiful bag. He's also an awesome artist!
Came to say this same thing. Its amazing how perfect that bag is for all his things.
I have also felt such an interest for bags/containers which i can not explain. A well crafted, purpose built and built to last bag is just so satisfyingly beautiful =)
Hi Adam. I bought one of the vintage cartography bags while I was in the middle of this video, and it's been my daily driver ever since. I'm an elementary school teacher, and it's been a literally perfect solution for the various things I need to have on hand around the school! Thank you so much!
I have a love for these old cold war map bags and have one very very close to the one you have. Whenever I come across one, I end up buying it, because I'll never find it again. I keep one in my jeep to keep the classic vibe going. I bought my first one back in 2001 for road trips my brother and I would do. Still have it with all the original road trip notes and maps we had to use for back then.
You've looked at the military map cases and the medical kit bag. You should definitely check out old school military "bread bags", which were the modern evolution of the historical "haversack" in which soldiers would carry a couple of days' worth of rations. I have an old Swiss army version that has a very cool combination of canvas, saddle leather, and vinyl. I also have an old German version in canvas that I adapted to fit on the waist belt of my backpack, where it serves as a first-order-retrievability repository for all the little things that could get lost in the big bag and that you don't want to have to unlimber your pack to go digging for (bug dope, compass, snacks, etc).
i always liked using a Vietnam war-era US Army gas mask bag for my EDC when i was in high school. It had my sketchbook, a couple pencils, a pen, my wallet, sunglasses, and a few choice close-up magic tricks.
Omigosh. I fell in love/obsession with map bags in the 1990s, too! I found a batch at an Army/Navy store and bought out their stock to give to the attendees at a (small) “1960s TV Goes to War” convention. They were pretty inexpensive at the time (and place). I need to dig mine out and put it back into everyday use!
Watching videos where you created display boxes for things sparked a love for containers. Boxes with nooks and crannies, bags with oddly shaped pouches, and what could fit perfectly in them and even follow some asthetic along the way. Thank you for sharing your own interest in bags/pouches.
I own a Swiss medic bag from WW1, which is slightly different model of that you showed us. Even though I know the newer model would have nicer material and sophisticated features, I love that old heavy leather bag. Thanks for showing us your collection!
I'm glad someone pointed out swiss military medic bag, I have been looking for one for ages hard to get them in Australia
thats so cool
As a person who carries an iPad, sketchbooks, and pens and suffers constantly from tiny (or nonexistent) women's pockets, I am now begging for a map bag-style Savage Industries bag.
Thank you! I'm so glad someone else has this same itch...lol. I love containers of all kinds.
Your enthusiasm just makes me smile. Thanks
Galen Leather makes a lovely modern version of the leather medical bag, but with some of the convenience features of the second map pouch. They call it their "writer's medical bag" as it includes pouches and pen loops for easy access.
I use mine for my Urban Sketching kit and love it.
woah, looked this up and this bag is LEGIT. Definitely modeled after the medical bag, but whoa, talk about nic and naks!
I have the same obsession with bags - less for aesthetics, more for finding the 'perfect bag.' You know the deal - you have X many things to carry, you get a bag, and it's perfect. Only then you get a new thing or swap out for another thing and it's no longer perfect. So you get a new bag and then that one is perfect, only you realise it won't hold space for extra things as you need. Another bag arrives and it's perfect, but too large for your smaller go-to collection. Next thing you know, you have 10 bags that you swap out depending on your configuration for the day.
this is too real
I’ve always like bags and storage things like this. Finding ways to store all your stuff or things you would use everyday is often something people overlook!
Love you and all your work, thank you so much.
I am astounded that both these beautiful bags are incomplete.
I would love to see them with all the cool mapping tools that would have come with it. Thank you so much for all your show & tails
I want the rest of the Starfield model! It’s such a dope project!
New episode tomorrow!
OMG I used to EDC that exact Russian map case! I even got an extra one.
My favorite bag for the kind of day-pack use mentioned at the end is a repro Mark VII gas mask bag. But I'm positive Adam has several of those already
(Also the EDC 1,2, and 3 don't fit my personal needs, but I love the straps.)
I'm surprised that, with his love of costumes and the whip he made, Adam didn't mention having the Mark 7 gas mask bag.
I have probably over a hundred bags, including dozens of Maxpeditions, various Saddlebacks and Mountainbacks, and no end of cheapies. The standout for me is the Domke F-802. I've removed the stiffener bar and given it a wash to make it less boxy, but now it is the perfect man bag. A few pockets for organisation, big main space, single clasp, grab handle, and a nice grippy strap without jangly hardware. Big pocket on rear to quickly dump anything out of your hands, and even a laptop and/or document pocket. Thick canvas and minimal padding protects contents without adding bulk. Summer, winter, smart or casual, it's a chameleon.
I can't believe I'm not the only one to carry around those little dog poop bags. Underrated EDC.
I carry all sorts of bullshit that's even less useful than the dog poop bags. I use a backpack daily and inside I even carry extra backpacks for some reason. (the drawstring sack kind so I can fold gem up real small) actually has come in handy a couple times for when I forget to bring grocery bags to the store.
In virtually every jacket. I swear that they breed faster than wire coat hangers!
3:16 The internet is so amazing , from the first hard to find discussions on topics, to just being able to buy a bag on ebay, then bigger spaces for learning to make bags, to business making bags, to a video about procuring a certain bag , ... then on to the history of certain bag types... to someone ending up making a 10 hour essay on the history of bags.
Adam your enthusiasm is awesome! Bags are cool but vacuum tubes are much more interesting and fun to obsess over.
His love and passion for simple things is truly heartwarming
I make leather bags and often look at military bags for ideas and inspiration.
I have been playing around with the WW2 vest backpack combo for sometime now.
It’s great to see Adam get excited over bags as much as I do.
Fantastic to see a fellow bag enthusiast; I got my first map bag in highschool and have been making and buying some funky styles over time; I made a peacock fanny pack, electrically heated instrument bags (for 15 woodwind instruments) and recently bought a recycled rubber belt bag that clips around your thigh (handmade by a group of rastafarians in Turin). On the wishlist is a bike/backpack hybrid and a specialised toolbelt for both mechanical as well as textile tools.
You might like the Freitag bags from Switzerland, which are made out of recycled truck tarp, seat belts and bicycle tubes.
For me, the ultimate 'hand' bag holds all essentials without requiring my attention, such as holding it, keeping it on my shoulder or otherwise. "The bag as a garment", let's say.
I have a few rugged leather EDC bags and always love how the bags react to an application of saddle soap being applied to them. The bags go from crunchy leather relic to supple vintage leatherwork.
Vintage camera bags/cases and vintage briefcases are some of my favorite things to look for and own.
I have the same love of pouches as you do with bags. It started when I was a kid and my dad gave me two U.S. GI canvas compass pouches probably from the Vietnam era. You can still get them for a little south of 5 bucks. I'm in the Army now, and still obsess over little pouches I can throw on my kit or assault pack. Wonderful video!
I'm reminded of the 'CANVAS MAP CASE SHOULDER BAG' I used for a time, simple, not leather but good enough to bring a book on the train.
The first bag I was obsessed with was a US ARMY canvas map bag. While I was in the service a buddy of mine gave me his. It served as a great map, admin and art supply bag (holding my sketchbook and pencils I used during down time). I’ve had it for 19 years now and it’s still one of the best bags I own. Functionality and durability is amazing.
I love the closure on that Swiss bag. That little round stud and the slot in the strap are the perfect combination of simple to make, simple to open, simple to close, and secure. I never cared for buckles on an EDC bag because they take too long to open. A one-button quick release isn't bad, but I've had them jam on me. But that little stud is perfect.
The man is talking about bags with enthusiasm... And I'm loving it!
I was already down for the map bag AND THEN YOU OPENED THE TRI-FOLD FLAPS and I just lost my mind. I absolutely love that style of bag.
The video is great! The first bag, the Russian map bag, intrigued me so much that I searched to buy one for myself, and now I have the exact same one as the one in the video! Pretty good deal too. Now I'm inspired to search for more old-ish stuff :D
This made my day, I can smell the leather now :)
I miss my childhood collection of tweed camera box cases, I used them as purses.
Got teased, but I loved how they smelled vintage :)
I now want to make a leather bag now. Adam you're the coolest!
My mom grew up in Victoria British Columbia. Once on a visit to my grandparents when I was probably 13 or 14, we went to an incredible antique/ surplus mall in the heart of downtown. Three floors of glorious finds. (I would die to go back there now 20 years later with a full wallet...)
As an early teen boy, I found a Canadian-army gas mask bag for like $8. Kind of hung from your belt and strapped to your thigh type thing. Lots of weird/fun compartments.
I used that thing for years playing 'war' in the backyard with my brother or camping trips with my dad.
Companies now can truly build em like they use to, but that patina, that smell, that glorious find-in-the-dark-corner-of-an-antique-mall, that cannot be replicated.
Long live the 2nd, 3rd, 10th life of truly timeless items.
Way Cool 🙂 This sparked a memory .. I went and found my very similar military surplus map case, with a selection of 15* Quadrangles that I used in the local desert around 1978
I also collect bags... my edc and work bag was the 5.11 MOAB rush 10, now it's the messenger bag. I love their tactical design, lots of pockets for organisation, and the messenger is easier to find things
When I was in college I found an M-51 Engineers Field Bag at an army surplus store that I absolutely loved. It was my main bag for years and I wish I still had it!
Hi Adam, I've been a huge fan of your work at Tested and love following your builds and your enthusiasm about discovering and learning new crafts. I've been enjoying leatherwork myself and bag restoration and was overblown when I saw your latest bag video as I've been restoring these bags for years now!!! :D
I've been obsessing over the Swiss bag you showed in the vignette and if you're curious I was able to get my hands on a scan of some of the original plans for it and have gone ahead and made a few templates and build videos of them.
I would be honored to send these over to you by email as I love sharing this passion, and sharing it with you also would be amazing to me personally.
Anyhow, thank you so much for your lifelong work and (again) for the passion you share in making everything and especially anything!
3:45 even though the bag isn't older than ~50yrs it's cool to see a clear vinyl/flexible cover in use with very practical use.
Hello, Adam, I'm also a bag lover) and now I'm making bags and use them, I think it started when I was 6, from a leather camera cover, when I was a student I used different tipes of bag and now I can release many ideas using my experience...really enjoy mapbags idea, thank you!
When I saw the thumbnail, I was reminded of WW II German military binoculars in their case. Beautiful case, beautiful binoculars. The quality of their optics was amazing. Zeiss lenses are superb.
I love the sound of Adam's chair trundling across the floor at the beginning of a video... It makes me happy!
I became obsessed with an LL Bean bag that I took on a school trip to France and England. It became my go to day hiking bag. After 32 years it finally ripped and I spent years looking for one on eBay. Finally got a new old stock bag this year. Probably will never find another. It has multiple pockets, both zipper and velcro and is the perfect size for two 1L water bottles, wallet, keys, a map and some snacks.
My edc is the letter size messenger bag made of waxed cotton by motorcycle gear maker Aerostich in Duluth MN. Made in the USA, it’s a good size and highly functional yet decent looking bit of kit, especially for those who may not like leather. And the are at least the last time I ordered one, under $100 usd. It’s great to see someone else who geeks out over geeky things. Thanks for the video.
The swedish m/39 gasmask bag is one of my first love of bags. Awsome size, small comparment on the outside. Made of canvas and leather. I do think you'd enjoy one.
Also readily available and cheap
A vintage canvas US Army map bag sparked my obsession with half messenger bags (preferably crossbody) as my go-to style choice for every day.
Now my fiancé' ended up finding one of these bags, it was a leather camera bag. i don't remember the brand/maker of said bag id have to look it up when i find it again, but its absolutely something to look into Adam, leather camera bags/military camera bags. some of the most interesting bags I've seen in a long time top be honest, i feel like they are right up the alley of the exact vibe you are looking for. that and they can come in various sizes. from small satchels like the one you have, to sizes big enough to use as a 72 hour pack damn near. such cool concepts and uses man. absolutely love all your work.
I dig it and understand completely! I love bags in the summer when I don't have extra pockets for all my crap! Thank you!
I love my Timbuk2 commute bag. It’s got a great layout and really well thought out features.
I love these kinds of episodes. And now have a few extra bags I need to pick up.
The bag I first obsessed over, and still use as my EDC is the Israeli Paratrooper bag. It is the perfect size for my preferred sketchbook, works great as a GM bag for conventions, and has excellent pocket and "pencil" holding configuration.
Sadly The ones I find these days aren't as durable as they used to be.
I have had an obsession with military surplus bags ever since I started collecting old surplus stuff so this love and passion that Adam brings out really resonates with me. And for Adam I have some suggestions for bags you might like, while none of these suggestions are entirely leather I’m sure you would like them. I use for my day bag a East German utility/ gas mask bag that I then attached a polish map case strap too. That case is so useful cause it has a compartment that perfectly holds a water bottle, another compartment that holds my steam deck and another for a book. For a bigger shoulder bag I use is a Czech medical bag called the VZOR 80. Honestly i mostly use that for style not anything in particular. And last if you are looking for a rucksack, I love using my Romanian army rucksack, the leather didn’t age very well and broke however the way I repaired it makes it look badass/survivaly. I hope you enjoy those suggestions.
I have that Russian Map Bag! I carry my iPad in it and had that as my replacement for a backpack while in college. I take it EVERYWHERE. The smaller iPad 11inch iPad fits perfectly in there with its case and apple pencil, and I take it everywhere to draw and do art. Its fantastic!
Thank you for sharing this information, please keep up the good work.
My favorite bag is the Swedish gas mask bag (M36). It's leather and canvas - slightly smaller and oddly shaped but lasts a lifetime with the proper care. They used to be $5 in the 90's, but they're running on short supply and perhaps high demand so they might be an investment, too!
Classic camera bags. I think they are from the 60s to the maybe early 90s. Lots of different kinds many have all sorts of pockets that fit a variety of things. The map bags reminded me of them. Any way love the vids they keep me inspired.
I have a great Polaroid SX-70 shoulder bag that is fully leather and hinges open, very sturdy construction. Feels almost like it’s some sort of board sewn underneath the leather. It has room for two SX-70 cameras and film packs but it’s great for carrying notebooks, phone, wallet, pretty much anything rectangular. Reminds me of the Swiss Medical Bag you showed in the video
My favourite eBay bag purchase was an Eddie Bauer leather satchel/ book bag made by Roots Canada. Full grain leather with rugged brass hardware; it will outlive me.
I've bought a number of old military map bags. They are fantastic. Use some for carrying my paper road maps (still fun to unfold them, and map out routes). My wife used one for a purse for a while.
just love leather goods especially vintage military bags like this and vintage camera bags, they look so nice and unique that people do come up to you and ask about them. repurposing stuff like that is a joy ride! I picked up a map bag that is burgundy colored and use its strap with a nanuk water tight case for my camera.
I rewound that cloth throw a couple of times and only after continuing I heard Adam say that it was neat. You are God damned right Adam, hence why I had to rewatch it a few times.
seeing someones passion about niche collectibles is so wonderful
i LOVE all the little pauses when you're thinking. so many channels cut out every single moment of silence
MapBags are the GOATS! LITTERALLY first bags I got hyped and stunned as a 20y old.
I didn't expect this, but I love it. If I come across anything in my historical studies, I'll recommend it your way.
I absolutely love medic pouches. You can find the ones with the belt looks AND strap. They usually have dividers which I find very helpful
The story about why you need a bag for all your stuff, especially when its warm and you don't want a coat, is so relatable. Literally the first thing I made of my own design when I got into leather crafting , was a hip pouch, not much smaller than your Swiss bag for exactly that reason. PS: I was 30 in 97 as well
That's so funny! And you of all people Adam - not even trying to swipe any cheaply bought notoriety here either, but I'm a total bag geek too - I thought I was kindof a rarity in that. Along with a whole bunch of other common interests with the stuff you do and like. Makes me feel kinda....vicariously cool, for lack of a better way to say it. Find myself paying more attention to your content lately, especially after this video. Cool! Thanks Adam Savage!
My favourite bag is a 1970s-ish Finnish military "marking equipment" bag, as it has just the right amount of compartments (and pen holders) and its made from thick wear resistant fabric, so its fairly water resistant and holds its shape, plus the flap is secured with those really handy "lift the dot" type of fasteners seen on US WW2 bags and pouches. It has a very similar construction as the Finnish M/61 gasmask bag, though that one has only a single large compartment. Both also have an extra horizontal strap for strapping the bag around the waist, to stop it from swinging around if running. Works well for keeping the bag on your back while cycling too. BTW, love the Seiko SKX.
love your work adam
My favorite bag is the bag Jack Bauer had in the first season of 24. The Classic Messenger bag by Rothco. It's super cheap but it's rugged and has these great sized pockets for water bottles or smaller bags and a big open compartment. Plenty for an overnight trip. I've had mine since that show was new and it only looks cooler with age.
I love military surplus. The internet has been a double edge sword. It has made finding items easier but it has sadly killed many local surplus stores.
Ooooh. I am SO going to start using "venned" as part of my vocabulary. LOVE. IT.
Always love to see show and tells on items like this, because changes are i am either into them already or Adam had shown me a new thing to obsess over. I never considered map bags as a sketch bag, I will have to try that idea out!
As for searching for bags, I sobt know how useful it would be in day to day life, but the US armed forces had what is referred to as a butt pack (I cannot for the life of me remember its official name) in Vietnam. What drew me to this bag is a few things. One: it is a neat piece of kit, and I collect military gear and equipment. The other reason is for my Ghostbusters uniform. I know when I am at a con I will be decked out in all my gear, with no real space for items I may pick up, and that's where this comes in. It fits perfectly with the aesthetic too!
Adam, the streetwear potential of Savage Industries is off the charts, at least judging by the success of EDC 3. You should really come out with some coveralls or EDC pants made from upcycled material. I'd love to get an Expanse cosplay on with some coveralls with a huge Savage Industries patch on the back
Dude, that military surplus bags rabbit hole is so deep... For me it started with indiana jones' bag. Still use it. But it led me to nuw owning close to 20 something bags. My favorite is the french MLE 35. As carried by Dean Corso in the Ninth Gate. Man, do I love that bag!
Hi, the "Swiss medical bag" is in fact a sabretache or Säbeltasche in german. In the former military gear ordonnance (officially valid through 1990, but that was only slowly implemented over a few years after that date), NCOs would be equipped with that part - so was I in 1996.
Its dimensions were ideal to keep maps. Yours is pretty broken in, but in their new state they are totally stiff, with the leather being easily 2 to 3 mm thick. Not only the year it was manufactured is stamped by means of a cutter, but also the name of the saddler who made it (the MoD would typically split such contracts to a lot of contractors throughout the country). The little bag on the strap was to hold the compass, they were made by the still existing RECTA factory ; these compasses are among the most clever, no nonsense that you could find. Also, notice the bottom strap with which you can hitch the bag to your belt in your back (or to anything that would do), in order not to be impeded when leaning forward, cycling etc...
Adam, your comments about loving bags reminded me of a bag I have that you would get a kick out of. It is canvas rather than leather so there isn't as much of a "cool factor" but it is, non-the-less cool. My grandfather was a horse-mounted military policeman in France during WWI and this was the bag his gas mask was in. It's well over 100 years old now and as you can imagine, is pretty tired but it's amazingly intact and you can still read where his name and service number were written on the back. Wish I could send pictures, you'd probably enjoy seeing it. Cheers!
I used a fishing bag as a purse for years. You know, the bag the fish you caught would end up in! I loved it and had many questions about it. 👍🏼🐠