JÄÄKÄRI M
The medium day backpack of the Jääkäri family, capacity approximately 30 liters. The Jääkäri M is an improved model of the Light Border Patrol backpack, originally designed for the Finnish Border Patrol. The sleek design offers unhindered movement in tight spaces and difficult terrain. The PALS fastener offers many options for fitting extra pockets and equipment on the outside of the backpack. An internal plastic frame blade gives the backpack stiffness, while the compression straps help you tie your load up to a tight package. As part of the Border Guard heritage, the shoulder straps, the lap belt and the back lining are designed to be more comfortable to wear than most backpacks of this size.
KEY FEATURES
Content 30 l
Padded shoulder straps with chest strap
Padded hip strap
Main compartment with floating lid and side zip
Zipper pocket on the inside of the lid
Internal hydration compartment
Compression straps on the side
Internal plastic frame sheet
PALS compatible for attaching extra bags
5-year warranty on material and craftsmanship
Finnish Key Flag product
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: 1.75 kg
Dimensions: 52 x 25 x 17 cm (H x B x D)
Main material: 1000D Cordura (100% polyamide)
Band: 100% polyester
Frame plate: HDPE
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
A collar with drawstring covered with a floating lid closes the main compartment at the top. A full-length side zip provides quick access to smaller items stowed in the main compartment. A zippered pocket on the inside of the lid provides secure storage for your wallet, keys, travel documents and phone.
The floating lid and compression straps on the side offer a wide range of adaptability to the backpack’s capacity. Fasten it tightly or loosen it, depending on the load carried. The compression straps ensure that additional equipment can be attached to the outside of the backpack if necessary. External side pockets at the bottom can be used to provide tools, tripods etc. Secure to the sides of the backpack.
A hydration compartment is attached to the inner back wall. Tube ports on both sides allow you to guide the drinks long from the left or right, while the other port remains free for other uses, such as antennas or cables.
With PALS straps on the backpack’s lap belt, sides and lid, you can attach extra bags and equipment. This system offers numerous options to customize the package to your specific needs. Not only for pouches, the PALS band can also be used for attaching utility straps, shock cord, carbine hooks etc. Four singelluses at the bottom can be used to attach utility straps.
MILITARY GRADE MATERIALS
Most of the materials we use for our commercial production are the same ones we use in equipment for the Finnish Armed Forces and other defense and security customers. Our most commonly used fabric in load carriers is extremely wear-resistant 1000D Cordura, according to FDF specifications, with polyurethane coating on the inside. The tires and edge tape we use are, again according to the FDF specifications, strong polyester bands in different widths and thicknesses for different applications.
Our green and M05 camouflage materials and accessories meet the strict FDF specifications for NIR reflection levels as standard, as should be since the same materials are used in official military equipment.
SUPPORT SYSTEM
The Jääkäri M has an internal frame of plastic plate, giving it the necessary stiffness to stay upright when loaded with clumsy and bulky equipment.
Both the shoulder harness and the lap belt are tightly filled with foam with closed cells. The shoulder harness is S-shaped and has a detachable chest strap.
The forward-pulling lap belt is also easy to put on under load. The buckle on the side provides quick and easy opening when needed. The lap belt is equipped with an additional cushion for lower back support.
CONNECTION OF FINNISH BORDER GUARD
In the early 1990s, a compact Savotta walking backpack, simply called the “608”, was chosen as the starting point for the design of a new day backpack for the Finnish Border Guard. This then changed to the ‘Kevyt Rajapartio’ or Lightweight Border Patrol backpack, a very modern backpack for its time: narrow design for mobility, side zipper, compression belts and rifle fastening. Most striking was a very sturdy carrying system and an aluminum reinforced frame – something you rarely see on packaging of its size.
This venerable design was chosen in 2013 as the basis for the development of what would become the Jääkäri M, the first in the modern range of Savotta packs with a construction and functionality of military quality. This worked out very well and the Jääkäri M was followed by his siblings: the Jääkäri S, L and XL.
