Hans Deuter founds the "Mechanische Segeltuch- und Leinenweberei", a linen and canvas weaving mill in Augsburg-Oberhausen. In 1919, the company took its name. The production of luggage and leather goods is joined with the production of backpacks, tents and wagon covers. In 1984, the first ever rationing system was born and patented. This carrying system with back net is a real revolution in the market of the backpack.

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