Larger Shoulder Bag

[James Rogers]

This is a larger shoulder bag I made up a few weeks ago.  It is 13 1/4" high by 12 3/4" wide. Flat sewn, it has an internal divider and a large pocket on the inside rear panel. The bag has two die forged iron buckles for flap closure and a larger one for strap adjustment. I guess I had modern use for carrying  a book,  mini laptop, papers, etc. in my head when I made this but made it with an 18th century styling so it could also be used for trekking/hunting as well. Heck, I guess the Jolly Green Giant could use it as a small shot bag.

[Tim Crosby]

 One word...Beautiful

   Tim

[Bull Shannon]

One word is stuck in my head; wow!

[Arcturus]

That's a pretty classy satchel, James.  I like even my stuff for use in modern life to have an 18th Century flair.  Well done.

[James Rogers]

Thanks Tim, Bull and Guardian of the bear!

[Keith Zimmerman]

I love it.

[Marcruger]

I see another beautifully done bag.  Great color and finish and I like the double flap fastening arrangement.  Lovely work as always James.   God Bless,   Marc

[Dan Fruth]

James, that is just gorgeous!!  What spacing do you use with your stitches?  Looks like Finer than 5, maybe 6

[James Rogers]

Dan,
I never go smaller than 7 to the inch unless making a militia rev war period cartridge box. I generally like to work 9-12 to the inch for those who appreciate and can afford it. I have worked at 14 on many things. Here is an old original at 32 to the inch!!



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[snapper]

Is the leather from a pig?

Fleener