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![]() (Make Offer) A real carpet bag. Guns International #: 101832785 Seller's Inventory #: RJT#5821 Category: Collectibles - Western - Collectibles - Civil War Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: River Junction Trade Co. Company: Box 275 McGregor, Ia. 52157 Member Since: 10/20/09 First Name: Jim Last Name: Boeke State: Iowa Zip: 52157 Country: United States Phone: (563) 880-4588 Phone2: (563) 880-4588 Fax: (563) 873-3647 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 368 Total Number of Listings: 9796 Seller: Private Seller Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Payment Types Accepted: credit card, M O, Personal check About Us: **LOOK!**LOOK!** Copy the SELLER'S INVENTORY # from the top of this page. To make an offer paste the four digit number in our search box. CLICK ON: CLICK HERE TO MAKE OFFER Description: Yes, it is made of real carpet. and measures 16 in. by 22 in. by 8.5 in. with one inside pockets. Impressive, isn't it? Unlike today's wasteful culture, the resourcefulness of people in the old days continues to teach us lessons. When a carpet needed replacing after high traffic areas became too damaged to repair, the parts of the carpet that were still in good shape were cut up to make the bags. Attached to a sturdy frame, carpet bags could last a lifetime. You can only imagine how difficult sewing these must have been. This one is constructed just like those of old, only of new carpet never walked on. It is not to be confused with the tapestry bags. The Carpet bag was a personal baggage light enough for a passenger to carry, as opposed to a large wooden or metal trunk. Described in 1886 as old-fashioned and reliable, "still unsurpassed by any, where rough wear is the principal thing. This bag, is constructed of good Materials and unquestionable workmanship, will last decades. Harken back to the time when Carpet-Baggers roamed freely, carrying their belongings in such bags, and Ladies traveled the rail lines and Stage coaches carrying their items in similar luggage. Five brass feet allow you to set this bag down and not worry about it tipping. The outer shell is made of a Cotton and Jute blend. Bag is fully lined. Display items not included. Payment: Item, can be ordered on line with a credit card or paypal on our sight. Just Google (riverjunction) and type in the River Junction Trade Co. item number (5821) in the search box. Before you checkout you will see shipping cost and total. OR If you prefer: Pay by cash, postal money order, cashiers check, personal & business checks. We wait for checks to clear. We always answer questions and entertain offers. Have questions? Call me 563-880-4588. Jim SOLD |