Author Topic: Early 18th Century Waiste Bag and Belt (Read 2443 times)

James Rogers · « **on:** February 28, 2020, 06:30:06 PM »

This is a recent set made from one of my signature patterns.
It is based on an early 18th century painting by Seeman.
Intregal pocket on flap. Fully lined and has a horsehide one piece belt channel in rear. Pewter button and a die forged iron buckle.

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Tim Crosby · « **Reply #1 on:** February 28, 2020, 06:38:54 PM »

God looking set, the workmanship is over the top, beautifully done.

Tim

PS: What the heck is that color? I like it. TC

Bob McBride · « **Reply #2 on:** February 28, 2020, 06:41:09 PM »

As usual James, unsurpassed quality. Ridiculously good work.

James Rogers · « **Reply #3 on:** February 28, 2020, 06:48:12 PM »

Thanks! Its basically a saddle tan but came out more yellow in my photo box. My adjustments wouldn't cooperate.

scottmc · « **Reply #4 on:** February 28, 2020, 07:04:01 PM »

Very neat, professional looking work. What are your dimensions on the bag?

MuskratMike · « **Reply #5 on:** February 28, 2020, 07:10:52 PM »

WOW, WOW, and WOW again! You're craftsmanship and design are wonderful. Who ever ends up with this will wear it proudly.

James Rogers · « **Reply #6 on:** February 28, 2020, 07:12:48 PM »

Thanks. This was actually commissioned by Tom Conde before his passing. He was setting up accoutrements for his guns to leave as a legacy to his son.

I'm not sure of the dimensions as I worked this pattern out some time ago.

Oil Derek · « **Reply #7 on:** February 28, 2020, 07:25:29 PM »

Beautiful work James!

I try not to look as it piques my anxious waiting for my consignment. Alas, to no avail! Keep up the great and blessed work of your hands.

Mike from OK · « **Reply #8 on:** February 28, 2020, 11:01:40 PM »

I saw this when you shared it on Facebook James. Amazing work as always!

Mike

Frank Barker · « **Reply #9 on:** February 29, 2020, 05:07:28 PM »

James.... Is there a small gusset in this pouch or is it sewn flat w/o a gusset ? Very nice little pouch and well done as usual.
Kind Regards
Frank Barker

Greg Pennell · « **Reply #10 on:** February 29, 2020, 05:37:35 PM »

Beautiful piece, James! You certainly keep us inspired to do better work...thank you for sharing!

Greg

James Rogers · « **Reply #11 on:** March 01, 2020, 05:37:15 AM »

Thank you gentlemen.
Frank, no gussets. The main body is not flat sewn but turned with a rolled welt. What you may be seeing to think that its flat sewn is the bound flap which has an intregal pocket.

thecapgunkid · « **Reply #12 on:** March 01, 2020, 01:21:11 PM »

Any chance you could use this bag, lay it out in the sun once in a while and post more pictures? When you build one with the quality of this bad boy it just gets better with age.

James Rogers · « **Reply #13 on:** March 01, 2020, 04:59:55 PM »

This one ships off to a collection this coming week but I do plan to make one doe myself. Of course you know the shoemaker and his kids dont ever seem to have good footwear for themselves. I have one bag of my own making and it was my first entry in 1990 or so at Dixons. Tanned the hide, my first handmade buckle and it won a ribbon. Almost traded it off the other year as a friend wanted it but my son wanted it for memories.

Marcruger · « **Reply #14 on:** March 02, 2020, 07:53:05 PM »

That sir is a vulgar display of patience, practice and talent all wrapped in one. 🙂 Two thumbs up.

BOB HILL · « **Reply #15 on:** March 04, 2020, 04:37:34 PM »

Excellent work, as always, James. Thanks for sharing.
Bob

old george · « **Reply #16 on:** March 05, 2020, 03:47:01 AM »

Looks well done like the color.

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Jerry V Lape · « **Reply #17 on:** March 05, 2020, 06:34:49 AM »

Beautiful work but your description leaves me confused. I don't see an "integral pocket" ? Also, the fourth photo lacks the white stitching around the face of the bag and it lacks the decorative parallel lines which the first three photos display. Is the fourth photo a different bag or a second pocket on the bag?

James Rogers · « **Reply #18 on:** March 05, 2020, 07:29:15 AM »

Jerry,
The last picture shows the body of the bag and flap wide open. The other photos show it with the flap closed. The button provides entry for the pocket on the flap. Clear as mud? This is a feature found on many Euro bags from medieval times up to the present day with hawking/falconry style bags

D. Taylor Sapergia · « **Reply #19 on:** March 07, 2020, 12:05:23 AM »

Very nice workmanship James. The bag has a warmth about it that screams comfort. really yummy.

James Rogers · « **Reply #20 on:** March 07, 2020, 05:40:30 PM »

Thanks all!

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Author Topic: Early 18th Century Waiste Bag and Belt (Read 2443 times)