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Offline Marcruger

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Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« on: April 19, 2021, 03:07:19 PM »
Hello Folks,

This is my second version of the gentleman's tweed haversack.  I swore I'd never make another, but a request from a friend and the chance to improve my design swayed me.  Did I mention that I am not fond of sewing cloth?   ;)  As my English friends would say, my fingers are "knackered".  No more sewing until after the Knoxville show. 

The haversack is 12" x 11", just right for "plunder" at CLA, Snickers bars, or other useful historically correct items.  This tweed cloth is lined in heavy 100% canvas.  The top flap and bottom reinforcements are 3-4 ounce veg tanned cowhide.  The lining of the flap is 2-3 ounce bridle leather.  Heavy cowhide stiffener inside the top back to prevent bowing or sagging.  Color is thinned Fiebing's Pro Dye Dark Brown with antiquing glaze and top finish.  Straps are 4-5 ounce cowhide.  Buckles are by Richard Lanni of course.  Rolled top edge is goatskin.  All stitching is by hand with Irish 4-ply waxed linen thread. 

Hope y'all enjoy it.   God Bless,  Marc

















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Offline Mark Elliott

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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #1 on: April 19, 2021, 03:17:41 PM »
That is super slick.  I like it!
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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #2 on: April 19, 2021, 03:33:15 PM »
 Beautiful bag Marc, almost looks to good, like I wouldn't want to use it for fear of messing it up. Certainly a "Gentleman's" accessory piece.

  Tim
« Last Edit: April 20, 2021, 01:35:01 AM by Tim Crosby »
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Offline Stoner creek

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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #3 on: April 19, 2021, 03:38:30 PM »
Super classy! Fabulous! More words with exclamation points!!!!!!
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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #4 on: April 19, 2021, 04:30:54 PM »
Wow Mark, just outstanding!  A good lesson for us learners too, to see your tasteful but structural internal supporting band. Excellent photography as well--Love how you included that delightful sprig of poison ivy celebrating spring!
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Offline Bob Gerard

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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #5 on: April 19, 2021, 04:35:51 PM »
Very, very nice! I would hate to get that dirty!!
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Offline Oil Derek

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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #6 on: April 19, 2021, 04:37:52 PM »
Most excellent looking bag, Marc. Me starting to think that you are working out of Mr Roger's shop!  :)
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Offline Marcruger

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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #7 on: April 19, 2021, 05:12:57 PM »
"Super classy! Fabulous! More words with exclamation points!!!!!!"  Wayne, that has to be one of my all time favorite posts.    ;D

Tim and Bob, I think the haversack will just get better with dirt, but that's just me. 

Oil Derek, never make the mistake of comparing my work to James Rogers' excellent leatherwork.  He is a master.  I stand in awe of his ongoing displays of skill, hard work, and talent.  I am just a guy learning as I go.  You never see the pieces of leather I ruin.   :)  The first flap for this haversack came out the wrong color, and is now a belt pouch. 

God Bless,   Marc
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Offline BOB HILL

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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #8 on: April 19, 2021, 05:20:06 PM »
I think this one may be nicer than the first. Keep up the great work, Marc.
Bob
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Offline R.J.Bruce

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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #9 on: April 19, 2021, 06:54:49 PM »
One of the first guys to give me advice on leatherwork when I was a kid told me that a master made the same mistake on opposite sides of the piece of work, so it looked like it was intentional.

That's a great haversack. I don't know which one I like best.
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Offline David G

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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #10 on: April 19, 2021, 07:16:50 PM »
Top shelf indeed ! That will age beautifully. Thanks for sharing. David.
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Offline smallpatch

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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #11 on: April 19, 2021, 08:31:28 PM »
Wow, how did I miss this one? It’s kinda fancy for me....... but, I love it!
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Offline old george

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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #12 on: April 19, 2021, 09:30:47 PM »
Now I have to buy a darn suit!!! Nothing I own will go with that Haversack. >:( Just an outstanding job Marc!!!!

george
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Offline Greg Pennell

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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #13 on: April 20, 2021, 03:50:51 PM »
Marc, stunning work!  To paraphrase the Beatles, “While My Fingers Gently Weep”....

You guys keep raising the bar!

Greg
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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #14 on: April 20, 2021, 08:42:16 PM »
Stoner Creek made me come here and look at this. Nifty.
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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #15 on: April 20, 2021, 10:34:45 PM »
Really beautiful gentleman's bag.  Fine if you're a gentleman but I ain't no gentleman. 
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Re: Bag #39 Gentleman's Haversack Two - "New and Improved"
« Reply #16 on: April 21, 2021, 12:56:54 AM »
Really, really nice. Great design and looks like the excellent craftsmanship I've come to expect from you.
I'm with you on hating to sew fabric.
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