10 Haversack Bags Under $20

A haversack or shoulder bag used to be an essential piece of gear for almost every outdoor adventurer or soldier. These 10 military surplus shoulder bags are all under $20 and are good choices for a budget haversack.
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[@per-erikekberg5365]

You cracked me up when you introduced the "SWISS" bag! :D It is a Swedish armed forces gas mask bag. The pockets are intended to store extra filters, rubber gloves and other counter measures for bacterial, chemical, radiological and nuclear attacks....

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I just read the website description.

[@gousmc1983]

The German one is a Luftwaffe bread bag, most likely West German, and FYI the little J Hook buckles were to hang from the belt, similar to civil war style you'd cross shoulder your haversack and then put the waist belt over, the hook would keep it in place and take SOME weight off the shoulder

[@gijr2003]

Watch any WW2 video of German army and you'll see every soldier with breadbag on back of belt.

[@viewsandreviews180]

I have a haversack that I've used for a few years and am pleased with. My only issue with it is when my wife calls it my woods purse.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Own it brother !

[@elkhunter8664]

Have ordered many items from SG. Price is hard to beat. In 35 years I only encountered one problem. A surplus pack arrived and stank to high heaven. I tried to soak and scrub it to no avail. Called SG just to see what they would say. They handled it like champs. Refunded my CC charge and advised me to dispose of the item, which I did. Great customer service.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I agree. I choose my sponsors carefully.

[@Charlielizard]

My brain is spinning with ideas. Keep items in your car organized, fire starting/cooking bag, fishing/trapping supplies, etc. Wow, am gonna have to check that out. Thanks a million Bryan!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks Chuck

[@EverydayTacticalVids]

Solid overview… But you’re killing me my friend. I’m working on videos for a few of those same bags that I got at a military surplus store here in New England 😂

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

That’s a switch. I usually see your video of something before I even finish recording mine.

[@EverydayTacticalVids]

Survival On Purpose how the tables have turned...

[@allenelam6135]

Thank you for sharing these. I've been looking for this type of bag for a while. And have been nervous about actually making the purchase. You never know for sure what you'll get from military surplus unless you see it in person. So this helped greatly. Thanks again.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

That was my goal. Thanks

[@basicnomad]

Thanks Brian, you have done it again. I have been looking at for an edc/outdoors/catchall , and that Czech bag may be the ticket. The idea of you comparing offerings from SG is sound to me, i hope more to come.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Stay tuned.

[@Jaden48108]

Got to go with the Dutch haversack for its durability. It's so thick it doesn't need waterproofing. It's good to see them in the flesh- brochures don't do justice. Thanks.

[@kaizoebara]

Oh and the German "Military" surplus isn't anything I saw when I was in the Bundeswehr. It's probably a THW (Technisches Hilfswerk) bag - would fit with the blueish color as well.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I have no idea

[@kaizoebara]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose Well, now you do. ;)

[@shawnlizeleatherdale4052]

I found the perfect bag for me, I bought it used, though it is like brand new. It is a sling bag, and as I am in a wheelchair, it's perfect.

[@floydblack7115]

Very informative as always and so honest

[@leesonoutdoors]

I hv a few of those green polish bags I use for haversacks and fishing bags love them

[@txthumper5853]

I like the design of the rubberized one too, but I'd rather have it made from waxed canvas, or Cordura

[@notfamousprepper7369]

Love Surplus videos. Thanks Brian!

[@eiward]

Great video sir. Thank you.

[@MrSIXGUNZ]

That was sooooooo much fun!?! I have a couple of them. The rubberized bags are heavy duty and clean easily!!! Thanks so much for sharing and blessings 🙏

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@shauncarr1957]

Years ago i bought a swedish gas mask bag heavy canvas inner outer pockets good shoulder strap paid 5 dollars works great

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@randymartin5521]

I've been thinking of getting something like these for a while, and even looked at SG, but couldn't make a decision. Thanks for showing these to us.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I'm glad it helped.

[@robertjohnson2586]

Great review thanks for sharing

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks for watching.

[@fixedhippie5311]

The first bag you showed I had a polish gas mask from an army surplus store that came in that same bag

[@charlesknatcal6214]

Great information, thanks

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@T.Sizzle]

Good info. As always, thanks Bryan!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I appreciate it.

[@inthewoodswithbigfoot3941]

Cool stuff Sir!

[@Thatsmisteroldguytou]

I've been waiting for a video on these.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@281covfefe5]

Thnxs for uploading and sharing this

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks for watching.

[@brianmiller6055]

I'm a big fan of haversacks. I carry my gear in one on every trip to the woods.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

They are handy

[@chiefkirk]

Nice bags brother. Thanks for sharing.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@angryagain68]

I use the Polish bread bag as a get home bag in my truck, and I made another one for my wife. She uses it for rock hounding and berry collecting. Works great for both uses

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@robertmiller8578]

They all look pretty good and I agree about the rubberized one and you can always replace the strap with a wider one if you want

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yep

[@thetruthhershelcyphers]

Good review.

[@normedwards5305]

Great for lunches in the SOOO PC faculty room!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Especially if you sew a bunch of firearms patches on it.

[@tom-dr1ym]

bought a bag today 8/2/22 at Goodwill will use as a haversack for $2.99 only need to do a little sewing on shoulder strap

[@longrider42]

Yeah, okay that Dutch bag at 11:22, the straps on the back and buckles on the bottom, are so you can fit British L straps to it, and use it as a Back pack. Look up British 1937 Military L straps, you will see what I mean. Okay, that Dutch bag might be a modified British Pattern 1937 Small Pack, which you can use as a shoulder bag.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@mlsknnr]

The nice thing about the canvas or cotton bags is that they are easy to waterproof with just about any canvas waterproofing compound.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

True

[@tonyjedioftheforest1364]

Great video thank you. I’m looking for another haversack at the moment, I bought a Chinese bushcraft bag off eBay a couple of years ago for £15 and it’s fantastic. Unfortunately I can’t find them for sale now so will have to buy an ex military one, the German one you showed looks good.

[@Woodenarrows]

I don't know, I kind of like the Dutch Gas Mask bag. Looks plenty sturdy and the fold over top will prevent items inside from falling out. A fixn' wax coating would weather seal it and make a pretty nice bag. Thanks for the reviews...

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I like it too. The strap system kicked my butt.

[@jameshargroder7090]

Yeahh and a lot of campers/bushcrafters easily modify these military surplus shoulder bags by sewing are have molle webbing, canvas hatchet handle loops, velcro to the outsides, sides, lids of these to make them more mission specific useful for whatever each person needs to carry, CHEAP AND VERY GOOD QUALITY.

[@bdh3949]

Thanks Bryan. Does the Czek Waterproof like new bag have drainage holes on the bottom or not? Thank you for showing us these items.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I will have to check. I dont think so

[@longrider42]

The bag at 10:09, is the Polish Bread Bag. I have two. Both in new condition. A very good bag. Mine where like two for a reasonable price. As for the straps on the back I am reasonably certain, those are for attaching said bag too a bigger pack. If any one knows, please let me know. Yes all the little pockets are for condiments and other eating type items. The buckles on the front are to close the bag, look closer at the picture.

[@CWB-RF]

Thanks for doing this video, it's nice to see your take on these rather than going by pictures and descriptions online. I've been looking at different bags to pull some miscellaneous radio gear together into another kit and these are great options especially for the price point. I am curious what your more expensive bag you mentioned is like. Have you reviewed it in a video?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Good idea. Here’s the one I as talking about Hidden Woodsmen Haversack and Other Gear 2016 kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIXPcmBpmN1mh9E

[@CWB-RF]

Survival On Purpose Thanks!

[@yager4092]

Very cool

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@Johonavich49]

I would pick the same you did. Blue bag and the waterproof bag! Their not American bags, and their not brand new, but not bad for the price. I carry a back pack that I found in a trash truck. It’s been a great bag. But when I need to grab something out of it, I end up having to dig inside and feel for whatever I’m looking for. I definitely need a haversack. That would make it easier to find stuff out my pack! As usual, thanks Bryan for the great review!

[@mtstream55n]

I think those are a great value! I'll check it out.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I am glad if. this helped.

[@virginiagonzalez1138]

Great video Brian. Inexpensive way to stash earthquake ready gear in several places.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yep

[@terryw.milburn8565]

All Seem to be able to handy items we usually carry, I Still Use Fathers WWII Haversack, Thanks Bryan ! ATB T God Bless

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@terrancecoard388]

They all seem to be a good value. Nice video on a cool subject.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@trapperscout2046]

I use these type of bags as possibles bags for when I do black powder hunting.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Very traditional and useful.

[@aleisterbroley900]

Im pretty sure the loops and flaps on the backs of some of those are for securing them to a belt so they don't bounce around, get caught on things, swing around, etc. I bought a kind of messenger bag to use as a haversack, was marketed as a ~$100 messenger bag/shoulder bag, but built to look somewhat military-ish, that has a loop like that, very handy. Found it for $15 on FB Marketplace, from a sweet older lady lol. Yes, I'm literally carrying a purse around the woods :D

[@jcosme6616]

I finally found these kinda bags im using it to carry books but the size makes a lot more sense than a modern messenger bag that's made for laptops

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

cool

[@butchhill5656]

When I was back at Fort Bragg back in the late 70s early 80s mid-eighties. I would go into the pawn shops and Army Surplus down there and see these things all over the place. I had a guy give me a vietnam-era buttpack with the suspenders. Actually still have it and I use it. Question Bryan what are you going to do with all those bags!

[@redsorgum]

Hmmmm 🤔

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Boy Scouts and giveaways.

[@BingWatcher]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose Letting scouts use the bags and then giving them away? I don't believe that is going to be taken as a great gratuity as they'll be disappointed.

[@stevenladrig9592]

I have a snack bag. Never give it's one of the best ones that you can get emera pay $200 for it but I guarantee you it's worth it it's got done it comes with a knapsack with it so you can't beat it

[@redsorgum]

I was able to find a Yugoslavian/Croatian military haversack for five dollars at the Goodwill store, it's very cool. Nice selection, I'll check their site out.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@ironwolfF1]

They're all good basic field bags, it's just a question of treating the cloth bags to up their 'water resistance' (to keep their 'wet weight' low). Given that you can get decent quality zip-lock bags in all sizes (up to a gallon), serious water-proofing is more of a luxury than a must. I'd only look at the gas mask bags if they can be re-hung so that the entry flap is 'up'...don't need the contents falling out when accessing the bag, otherwise, on the plus side, the bags interiors looked like they had been water-proofed.

[@farmtrout66]

👍👍 good choices

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@stevelucier8346]

Could have used a few when we used to hunt for old bottles in the mountains of Vermont around 1970 thru 74.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I could have used one when I was a kid picking up coke bottles for the deposit.

[@stevelucier8346]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose lol Walking through town on the way with an old wooden wagon , a case or two of Coke bottles, people would see me and stop me to give me more . God Bless them as they knew I was handicapped and that was the only way I could earn some money!

[@Broken_Arrow58]

A medic stored his supplies in a bag like this on "Combat!"

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@mlsknnr]

Combat was WWII, medics were issued a shoulder carried medical bag back then for quick access.

[@charlie4130]

Thank you so much for the quick look at these bags . God bless

[@neverland5299]

I would like to see some videos of what u can pack in these bags

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Use your imagination.

[@neverland5299]

Well u send me a few bags and I will do the videos

[@Ghost_Os]

The Swiss bag looks very well constructed, although I wonder how secure the contents would be with that side opening when you're scrambling through the bush.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I wonder the same thing

[@sasquatch885]

Good review. Is that enough bags for everyone in the scout troop?😎

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

As a matter of fact ......

[@charlesdriggers199]

I do like the rubberized bag.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Me too.

[@randyyeager]

Excellent video...god I love being cheap!!!!!!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I know you do Randy.

[@randyyeager]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose lol, yes you do...

[@lordrichard8184]

It’s nice to see some budget options. I feel like a lot of guys push $100 haversacks.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I tried to find some lower priced bags that still worked well

[@Tanaka_Kenshin]

Russian one is a standard (both military and civilian) Soviet gas mask bag, probably from long-term storage.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@normedwards5305]

I have an old Norwegian engineer bag that I keep all my first aid stuff in... too much time on Sportsmans Guide I guess :)

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thay have good deals

[@franktillman295]

At first glance I thought I were Eric Clapton!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I have heard that before.

[@mr.unoriginal5674]

Doesn't the German bag look like the m31?

[@kaizoebara]

If I had to guess, I'd say that the second bag is for a gas mask. The little inside pouch is probably for decontamination stuff.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Could be.

[@indianprepper2478]

Wow , Ge8 Home Run video Bryan . This Video will help to those who trying & error the Bushcraft / Get home bag /EDC Prepper on Budget level , I like that New 16$ German Military Surplus Shoulder Bag, Can you make a Fully loaded Gear EDC/ Get home bag setup Video ?? Does They ship it to India ?? I am going To share This video

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks Yogesh

[@blueberrywine69]

Good review I think setting at a table would have been better

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@kloco1217]

Compass pocket on the first swiss bag?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Maybe.

[@oldpup2182]

Some of those "shoulder bags" look like they were intended for gas masks. :)

[@user-yf4bx4zv5b]

Breadbag

[@jameshargroder7090]

The one in Raiders of the Lost Ark that Harrison Ford used in the first 2 movies for sure is a Gas mask bag, I forgot which nation? I think a polish one, google has the answer but it definitely is a gas mask bag.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Whatever works.

[@longrider42]

@@jameshargroder7090 The bag Harrison Ford used in the first two movies, is a British Mk. VII, or Mark 7 gas mask bag. I have an original one. a very good bag.

[@h3llrayzor59]

Looks like a Man Purse to me. Seriously though... Thx for the heads-up on these things. Super cheap alternative to the other overly priced brands. If you're into carrying a purse... :)

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I don’t carry one all the time. But it is very handy in the woods.

[@ronaldcoleman1323]

The second bag is a protective mask bog.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Ok

[@patrickhaley1315]

Mans Purse!!! LOL kidding.... good review!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks.

[@RedHanded1969]

Quite a good video.. Could hv use a table to show the inside better, instead of fumbling around.. And need to step back more to better show the size n how its worn on a person.. Most of the time parts of the bag is out of camera's view..

[@MrMadhouse70]

The little bag? did i say that? I think the first bags u show is gas masks but function perfect as a little sack:) The origin of haversack must be france to collect food and that kind of stuf.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I am pretty sure you said that. I remember you did a video a while back out then.

[@j.j.savalle4714]

Thx Bryan for the comparison of various bags. As you said, it's nice to see what they really look and feel like vs. only the pictures. I have used a haversak (man bag as my daugther's call it) for years for shows and hikes. Went through a few until i realized that the biggest factor for me was a nice wide sholder strap. The thinner ones of 1" or less seem to really bite after a while. A 1.5" to 2" are nice or an extra wide piece/pad at the shoulder are near perfect.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I like a wide strap myself.

[@mitchalgreen7244]

My wife is always telling me I need more man bags. I put squirrels in mine while hunting, ginseng, have even put small plastic bags and carried water and fish in them while camping, MAN BAGS ALL THE WAY,,,,👜,,(just not pink, or feminine) sorry, guess that comment might offend some folks, all the best, great channel. 🗡.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@christinamoneyhan5688]

Hay Bryan ,I have not heard or seen anything from our friend Magnus. In quite some time. Have you? Really enjoyed his channel content along with his character. Let me know if you can. Thanks. Oh by the way still liking your channel and music.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Don’t wait on KZbin to notify you I because they often don’t. Magnus Has still been posting some videos lately.

[@christinamoneyhan5688]

Survival On Purpose Thank you Bryan, I checked his channel from time to time I guess not often enough.

[@budgetbuyoutmisc.4916]

I believe the German bag can be converted to a back pack

[@mrmicro22]

The Czech bag is very stout. The d rings are seen on so you can cut off that strap and sub in your own.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

;-)

[@theabyss3386]

👍

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@CreachterZ]

Great video, but I would never order a bag that you said smelled like a used rubber. That’s kind of nasty, bud.

[@matthughes404]

I picked up a Finnish gas mask bag from my local army surplus store recently, and highly recommended it for anyone looking for a cheap surplus haversack. It's cotton canvas, and I'm planning to waterproof it with a mixture of paraffin and beeswax.

[@dalevodden1359]

That polish bag looks like a gas mask bag

[@MrChaes]

Sideways bag was probably designed for a gas mask

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Probably

[@vandwellerhobojoekel5864]

Looks like they sent you a bunch of garbage. But you done a great review but a little to fast. Keep up the good work!

[@eiward]

"Smells kinda like (a) used rubber. 🤣🤣🤣

[@RustyGunn7]

Back in the early eighties I bought a canvas haversack from Sportsmans Guide, and attached it to the front of my dirtbike, sans shoulder strap, to carry stuff. Worked very well. No doubt these should, too.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool idea.

[@axerxes3981]

Brian.... why did you rush through the review?? If it's worth doing, do it well! This was so disappointing. Should have been tabletop so you could give us a better view of the interiors. Felt like you were jamming the items down our throats. You stood too close to the camera, trying to show us more detail. There were several there I would have liked to see in greater detail, not so rushed. Haversacks are a terrific addition to a backpack and/or bushcraft kit. You didn't do these items justice. Sorry for the rant.... retired teacher here. C--

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

So, which ones did you want to see closer? I agree this did not turn out as well as I hoped. I should probably have kept it to 5 instead of 10. It is not easy when you are a one horse wagon. A cameraman would help.

[@baronvonzollo5297]

Difficult to watch, flying through bags and flipping all around. Maybe the table would have been better to display.

[@RIPPER334]

Purses for men? And under 20 bucks?? Nah... Just get a backpack. Hold more, disperse the weight better... And most importantly, not walk around with a murse.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Try it. You might like it.

[@RIPPER334]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose There's just no reason to try it... Like I said. Get a backpack... Carry more, disperse the weight better... More compartments so all your junk isn't just bouncing around together... There's no advantage to walking around with a man purse. Thanks tho!

[@janverzee9423]

My wife calls this a man purse...

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Hard to argue with.