Historical information

Spraying units were manufactured in Australia by REGA Products Ltd. from 1926.
REGA established themselves as leaders in the production of agricultural and horticultural spraying machines, including smaller knapsacks.
Their metal knapsacks were quickly adapted to a range of applications and were widely used by the Forests Commission and Country Fire Authority (CFA).
They were metal and very robust but heavy and uncomfortable to wear
REGA was later purchased by the Garrard family and still operate as part of Garrads Pty Ltd.
This sprayer was used by the FCV at Creswick

Significance

No longer in use.

Physical description

The REGA spray unit includes brass fittings, leather straps with a brass pump handle and adjustable nozzle attached.
Adjustable leather straps have "quick release" clips and studs
Camm lock lid with chain attached

Inscriptions & markings

FCV Creswick
REGA stamp