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Numbered Duck (Army Duck) for Backpacks & luggage
Packs and cases need abrasion and tear resistance, a body that holds structure, and a face that takes a wax or water-repellent finish. Numbered duck and heavy canvas are the traditional choices; poly-cotton adds tear strength where weight is a concern.
What we recommend
The classic heritage-pack cloth — 2-ply plain, holds a panel shape, ages well with a wax finish.
- Weight
- No. 8 to No. 4 (10–15 oz)
- Width
- 60 in
- Finish
- Wax or water-repellent, or RFD
See the full range and specification on the Numbered Duck (Army Duck) page.
Ordering
- Minimum order
- 100 m greige · 1000 m per colour processed
- Lead time
- about 2 days greige · about 2 weeks processed
- Incoterms
- FOB Mundra / Nhava Sheva · CIF destination port
- Price
- Per metre or per kg, band on request
Payment 10% on order, 15% at production start, 50% on passing QC, 25% on dispatch. OEKO-TEX and GOTS applied for and in progress as of September 2026, not yet granted. Organic cotton available now. SMETA not pursued.
What backpacks & luggage buyers ask us
What is the difference between the duck numbers for a pack?
Lower number is heavier. No. 10 is around 8 oz for daypacks, No. 8 around 10 oz for hiking packs, No. 4 around 15 oz for hard-use and luggage.
Can you apply a wax finish?
Wax and water-repellent finishes run through partner units. Tell us the hand you want and we will match it on a sample.