Boy Scouts of America - Boy Scouts Handbook

Important: When ordering supplies care should be taken to see that the exact amount of remittance is included with the order. If check is used add New York Exchange. Make checks and money orders payable to Boy Scouts of America. All orders received without the proper remittance will be shipped C. O. D., or held until remittance arrives.

* Axe : Any local hardware dealer can suggest quite a variety of good axes which may be used by the scout, but because of quality and price, the Boy Scout axe is suggested. Weight without handle, 12 oz. Made of one piece of solid steel special temper, axe pattern hickory handle, missionized hand forged non-rusting finish. Price 35 cents. Axe scabbard or shield, 25 cents extra.

Bandanna or Neckerchief: These are so common that every boy will recognize at once what is mean by a bandanna. The members of each patrol wear bandanas made in the colors of their patrol. These can be purchased at any local dry goods store at ten or fifteen cents each.

* Belts: Any good belt will meet the scouts needs. But for his convenience the belt illustrated herewith is suggested. Price 40 cents.

* Breeches: Standard material belt guides pockets full pattern legs laced below the knee, the lacing to be covered by stockings or leggings. Order by age according to following table:

Boys sizes: Price $1.00.

Extra Sizes: Breeches above eighteen-year size will be made to order and will cost twenty-five cents more per garment.

Bugle : It is recommended that the standard bugle used in an army or drum corps be used. Each patrol should purchase these from a local music store.

Camp Knives, Forks and Spoons : Ordinary table-knives, forks and spoons may be used. An inexpensive knife, fork and spoon for use in camps, like set illustrated herewith, may be secured for about eight cents per dozen through almost any local hardware store.

Canteen: A canteen of this design may be carried by each scout on hikes and long tramps. Many army supply houses carry these in stock, where they may be secured if desired.

* Coats : Standard material four bellows pockets standing collar dull metal buttons with Boy Scout emblem. Order by age according to following table:

Boys sizes: Price $1.35.

Extra Sizes: Coats above eighteen-year size will be made as extra size and will cost twenty-five cents more per garment than boys sizes.

* Norfolk Coat for Scout Masters: Made of standard olive drab cotton cloth, two pleats, back and front, with belt. Price, $3.00.

Compass: Every scout should learn how to use his watch as a compass. However, should he desire to own a compass, he will find no difficulty in securing one at any local jewelers.

* Drinking Cup : A drinking cup for individual use is recommended. The folding cup shown in the illustration is made of brass and is nickel plated. Price 10 cents.

Drum : The selection of this is left to each local troop desiring this piece of equipment. Place your order with local music dealer.

First Aid Kit: This kit for the use of the individual scout can be secured through this office or the Red Cross Society in Washington, New York and San Francisco. Price 25 cents.