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General discussion => Contemporary Accoutrements => Topic started by: James Rogers on July 01, 2020, 02:50:49 AM

Title: Cat Bag
Post by: James Rogers on July 01, 2020, 02:50:49 AM

After several months of dealing with some health issues, I am finally able to get back in the groove. This combo is heading to a customer in Texas who wanted a bag, horn and knife set-up represented in a painting of Stephen F. Austin, the "Father of Texas". The customer researched the original painting and found it to be made from a woodcut done in 1824. Note the antler handled knife sheathed on the bag strap. In lieu of a jaguar, the customer sent me one of his bobcat hides to construct this double bag. The horn was made by Billy Griner and the knife was made by Chad Matthews. Since the customer wears his bag on the left,  I reversed the painting : )


(https://i.ibb.co/Vm55L0M/20200630-171604.jpg) (https://ibb.co/3zQQT5S)


(https://i.ibb.co/4ZLqq1S/20200630-180832.jpg) (https://imgbb.com/)

(https://i.ibb.co/Qm7zKCd/20200630-180156.jpg) (https://ibb.co/2K0mksN)

(https://i.ibb.co/K2Xp4W8/20200630-174957.jpg) (https://ibb.co/D9tHcQj)

(https://i.ibb.co/HqJxHv4/20200630-171646.jpg) (https://ibb.co/kXd9SnB)

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: Oil Derek on July 01, 2020, 03:03:19 AM

That is one mighty fine and cool bag James! Awesome little beard too.

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: G. Elsenbeck on July 01, 2020, 03:20:13 AM

Awesome job James, just awesome!

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: Keith Zimmerman on July 01, 2020, 03:55:50 AM

Pick a spot.  Really cool setup.  How did u do the inside of the bag?

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: hillr on July 01, 2020, 03:58:04 AM

That is an outstanding exhibition of craftsmanship and history. Kudos to all four artists, including the original painter.

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: Brokennock on July 01, 2020, 10:14:19 AM

Very nice. Glad you're feeling better.

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: Greg Pennell on July 01, 2020, 02:24:08 PM

Wow. That’s just plain awesome...an heirloom set for sure!  Beautiful work, all involved!

Greg

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: Tim Crosby on July 01, 2020, 05:01:15 PM

 Nicely done, it all works well together.

    Tim

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: Marcruger on July 01, 2020, 06:42:33 PM

I think it is fantastic James.  Working with unusual hide like that must really focus the mind.  Even with a working pattern, I'd be scared I'd mess up and irreplaceable hide. 

The look is super, and all of that detailed edge work is impressive.  You go from strength to strength. 

The bag is also a great reminder that not all bags were simple Appalachian pouches.  Folks with fine guns had fine bags to match.  With all of the fine guns sold today, I am surprised that there is not more demand for high-end detailed bags. 

Another super one brother!   God Bless,   Marc

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: Kevin on July 01, 2020, 06:45:17 PM

James,

Thanks for sharing the photos and the background related to the project.  Great work that is spot on!

Kevin

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: msellers on July 01, 2020, 07:18:56 PM

Those belly spots really make it stand out to the eye. Very fine craftsmanship by all parties, I am a bit envious.
Mike

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: cable on July 01, 2020, 08:30:02 PM

what an extremely pleasing combination of art and craftsmanship 

could almost say ' it's the cat's pajamas..'  to use the old phrase.  it really is outstanding !

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: James Rogers on July 01, 2020, 08:33:11 PM

Thanks very much. I had to stare at that pelt a while before making cuts : )

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: BOB HILL on July 01, 2020, 09:17:19 PM

Nothing not to like there, James. Fantastic work by all. 
Bob

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: old george on July 01, 2020, 10:12:44 PM

All I can say is...……….Wow!!!

george

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: thecapgunkid on July 02, 2020, 12:59:30 PM

Yup.  Customer got his money's worth...

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: KC on July 02, 2020, 05:44:07 PM

My previous favorite bag of yours was the pleated bag that I've seen pictured with a pistol. If this isn't my new favorite, it is definitely a co-favorite. Beautiful work.
K.C.

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: Panzerschwein on July 05, 2020, 07:44:35 AM

Meeeeowwww I love it awesome bag.

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: mr. no gold on September 11, 2020, 04:04:46 AM

KILLER SET!!! WOW!
Dick

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: Bob McBride on September 11, 2020, 04:09:03 AM

Ridiculously awesome...

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: Eseabee1 on September 11, 2020, 06:11:23 AM

very nice

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: Marcruger on September 11, 2020, 04:29:02 PM

It is great to revisit this masterwork. 

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: homerifle on September 11, 2020, 06:57:12 PM

I really like it all! Might have to find a bobcat hide.

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: Curtis Makamson on September 12, 2020, 08:24:05 PM

That is a super nice set.

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: FDR on September 12, 2020, 10:12:46 PM

Quote from: homerifle on September 11, 2020, 06:57:12 PM

I really like it all! Might have to find a bobcat hide.

Here is one source for a tanned bobcat hide:

https://www.hideandfur.com/inventory/6205.html

Fred

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: homerifle on September 13, 2020, 04:30:01 AM

Quote from: FDR on September 12, 2020, 10:12:46 PM

Quote from: homerifle on September 11, 2020, 06:57:12 PM

I really like it all! Might have to find a bobcat hide.

Here is one source for a tanned bobcat hide:

https://www.hideandfur.com/inventory/6205.html

Fred

Hey thanks Fred!

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: Dan Fruth on June 24, 2021, 09:55:06 PM

Nicely done!

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: Einsiedler on July 09, 2021, 09:25:27 PM

Very nice!!!

(BTW, Stephen’s dog was named Cano).

Title: Re: Cat Bag
Post by: JohnnyFM on July 10, 2021, 12:25:16 AM

Masterful! That’s one catty thing I wouldn’t mind having hanging about my neck.