








Savotta Rucksack 323
The last of the Mohicans, or at least the last of proper old-school framed canvas backpacks! Just like it was over 50 years ago the 323 from Savotta is still going strong, with a classic design and outstanding quality.
- This product is unlikely to be restocked and will be hidden from our website once it's out of stock.
- Discontinued product.








The last of the Mohicans, or at least the last of proper old-school framed canvas backpacks! Just like it was over 50 years ago the 323 from Savotta is still going strong, with a classic design and outstanding quality.
Discontinued item. Once the last ones are gone, they are gone.
Naturally, this is much more than just a showpiece of quality and workmanship, the 323 is just as great today as it was back in the 1950s. In the before times people didn't need a zillion little pockets and compartments for every little trinket imaginable, thus the 323 also has no such nonsense, it's simple: one large main compartment, two long side pouches, and one wide pouch on the lower back. On the upper sides are attachment points for straps, used to attach a blanket or other heavy stuff.
The carrying system is just as old-timey as the pack itself - simple adjustable leather shoulder straps and a horizontal strap that sits comfortably outstretched against your lower back.
The materials are classics: tough cotton canvas, super thick leather, and steel!
The backpack has a 5-year guarantee against material and workmanship defects.
Measurements
- Dimensions: 45 x 45 x 25 cm (18" x 18" x 10")
- Max. volume: 50 liters (3051 cu in)
- Weight: 1.4 kg (3.08 lbs)
Backpack videos
Savotta makes these short movies, which are delightful to watch and might send you off on an imaginary trip to the woods. This one is a bit melancholic, but luckily also very short!
Kierto Circular Economy
Return this product used but clean and unbroken, and you'll receive half of the product's original price as Varusteleka credits. Service is available only in Finland. Only Registered users can make Kierto returns. See more information about Kierto.
Made by Finn-Savotta Oy
Founded in 1955, Savotta is known for its simplistic and extremely rugged, Nordic designs. For decades, Savotta has been the go-to supplier of outdoor gear and equipment for individual outdoor people as well as various aid groups and defence forces, most notably of course the FDF.
- ISO 9001:2015, AQAP 2110 Ed D, Facility Security Clearance
- ISO 14001: 2015 Environmental certificate
- NATO CAGE: A444G
Savotta makes a large share of their products, all of their tents, ruck frames, and all non-sewing work in Karstula, Finland, where all of the design and development takes place. Large production runs are distributed to Savotta's second factory in Estonia, which is tooled for sewing only, and Poland. The product label has the exact country of manufacture and the quality is always guaranteed.
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Miguel d. 25.01.2018 Verified purchase



Kari H. 17.04.2018 Verified purchase



Luis M. 27.08.2018 Verified purchase
The side pockets perfectly fit a Nalgene-sized bottle or other container. It is a snug fit though, and while my 40 oz Kleen Kanteen fits well, I could not fit any of its nesting cups.
This is an old-school pack. As excellent as it is, it lacks many of the comforts and conveniences of modern packs. If you want added shoulder padding, get the TST sling pads. They fit perfectly over the pack's leather straps. https://www.varusteleka.com/en/product/sarma-tst-sling-pad/57746 It's also pretty easy to hack a waist belt onto the pack using various other components available here on Varusteleka.
I would have given it five stars, but the middle pocket tends to gap open a bit when the straps are secured. This could put small items at risk of falling out if you're not careful.



Farasha E. 22.08.2019 Verified purchase
Now, the bad thing is quality control, and that is why I had to deduct 1.5 stars. My bag arrived with a defect, namely one of the turn buckles sewn on upside down. It didn't warrant a return, since I am capable enough of doing the repair, but it did necessitate cutting the strap, fixing the buckle orientation, then time spent stitching everything back up.



Juha T. 28.01.2021 Verified purchase
Vesisadetta ei pidä mutta takin värjää, lumilukkoa ei ole kuten ei säilytystaskua arvotavaroillekaan.
Nahkremmit ja soljet on hankalia käyttää ainakin uutena ihan sisätiloissakin paljain käsin ja hyvässä valossa.
Nahkainen satula on kiinnitetty ja kiristetty narulla! ja koko homma on solmun varassa. Kiristys on jäänyt puolitiehen ja satula on valmiiksi löysällä.
Repun pussi ottaa selkään kiinni ja vievät mainostetun hengittävyyden. Kovat tavarat repussa painavat selkää.
Kävellessä reppu pomppii ja nitisee.
Toiseksihuonoin kokeilemani reppu, Savotta 339 oli huonompi. On oikeasti todella epämukava kantaa.



Cedric P. 11.03.2021 Verified purchase
Negative review in Finnish is a whiny baby that didn't read the description of the pack and should invest their money in some nylon and plastic.


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