Vtg 40s 50s Stearns MINNESOTAN Retro Sleeping Bag Camping Lake Cabin Bedroll. Vintage Stearns “MINNESOTAN” Model 50 sleeping bag dating from the late 1940′s or’50′s. Bag measures 30″ x 74″ zipped up and not counting the cover sheet. Olive Drab in color with bright red/straw color interior. Tag identifies fiber as Dynel-Nylon. Interior fabric has a very soft feel. Metal Crown zipper similar to those used for U. Red Minnesotan sewn-on patch is large and attractive. Stearns Manufacturing changed ownership after World War 2 and began focusing on a variety of outdoor and sporting products. Later their product line moved primarily to the flotation products that they are well-known for today. This sleeping bag is a rare example of an early Stearns sporting goods item. Sleeping bag is in very good, lightly used condition. Well-stored, clean and completely odor neutral. Color is consistent inside and out. There is one oily spot on the outside bottom and a little water staining (see photos 10-12). Crown zipper is securely attached and glides smoothly all the way around. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog.