There was a period a while back when my favorite summer sleeping accommodations were relegated to camping’s dark ages by the emergence of ultra-engineered gear. And it’s more stylish (and, yes, a bit more high tech) than ever.
The Topos Workshop WW2 Folding Camp Bed is modeled after British World War II folding camp cots. It’s made of oak wood with cotton sail cloth; contact Topos Workshop.
A more economical yet still stylish take on a classic, Byer’s Maine Heritage Cot features a hardwood frame and durable polyester cover; $189.95.
If you’re in the market for a vintage version, consider this Army Camp Cot from circa 1940, now selling on Etsy by Goseek for $225.
Reminiscent of vintage steel-framed army beds, the Alps Lightweight Camp Cot weighs in at only 11.5 pounds.
A reproduction of the classic British army cot in sophisticated, leather-trimmed black canvas, Peter Hofer Jagdwaffen’s Camp Cot is made of solid rosewood with brass brackets and hinges; €833 ($909.12).