Bag Makers?

[Smokey Plainsman]

Looking for info on shooting bag makers, ones that use good quality vegetable tanned leathers and who make historically correct bags. I am already aware of Eric Fleisher but am wondering if anyone has a list of others. Needing a new bag for my .36 caliber percussion rifle, 1840s-1850s time period.

Thanks everyone!

[T.C.Albert]

I make bags...
do you have a particular style in mind?
tc

[Smokey Plainsman]

Yes I want a rather simple bag on the smaller size, something PC for an 1840-1850s percussion squirrel rifle. I do want it to be made with historically accurate vegetable tan leather and be closely based on original designs.

[Cory Joe Stewart]

You can't go wrong with either Mr. Fleisher or Mr. Albert.

Cory Joe Stewart

[Smoketown]

Yes I want a rather simple bag on the smaller size, something PC for an 1840-1850s percussion squirrel rifle. I do want it to be made with historically accurate vegetable tan leather and be closely based on original designs.

What is your persona?

Is ya a gentleman or is ya local folk?

It will have a bearing on what type of bag/pouch you would be carrying.

Just as important would be, what does your rifle look like?

Is it 'fine' sporting rifle or is it a 'squirrel gun'?

To some people, pairing a 'fine' shooting bag to a squirrel rifle is akin to "putting a 50 dollar saddle on a 10 dollar horse." 

Just something to keep in mind if you're around some of those "Hysterical Re-enactor" types.   

Cheers,
Smoketown

[T.C.Albert]

PM sent...

[James Rogers]

The above mentioned can deliver what you seek in a big way.

[Smokey Plainsman]

Yes I want a rather simple bag on the smaller size, something PC for an 1840-1850s percussion squirrel rifle. I do want it to be made with historically accurate vegetable tan leather and be closely based on original designs.

What is your persona?

Is ya a gentleman or is ya local folk?

It will have a bearing on what type of bag/pouch you would be carrying.

Just as important would be, what does your rifle look like?

Is it 'fine' sporting rifle or is it a 'squirrel gun'?

To some people, pairing a 'fine' shooting bag to a squirrel rifle is akin to "putting a 50 dollar saddle on a 10 dollar horse." 

Just something to keep in mind if you're around some of those "Hysterical Re-enactor" types.   

Cheers,
Smoketown

I don't really have a persona as such. I do not do reenacting or living history, I'm just a shooter and occasional hunter.

The rifle is a .36 caliber percussion "squirrel rifle", not particularly fancy but does have a decent maple stock on it. It is set to be delivered to me in a week or two, but I don't have a bag. It does have a grease hole in the stock and is otherwise pretty plain so I would think it is more like a squirrel rifle that a working man would have used.

[Smoketown]

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I don't really have a persona as such. I do not do reenacting or living history, I'm just a shooter and occasional hunter.

The rifle is a .36 caliber percussion "squirrel rifle", not particularly fancy but does have a decent maple stock on it. It is set to be delivered to me in a week or two, but I don't have a bag. It does have a great hole in the stock and is otherwise pretty plain so I would think it is more like a squirrel rifle that a working man would have used.
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Cool!!   

You made it easy!   

Pick the one that makes YOU the happiest!!   

Cheers,
Smoketown

[Smokey Plainsman]

Thanks! Just want one that's pretty authentic. I've been talking with some people who seem to know a great deal on the subject! 

[tallbear]

Smokey

You can't go wrong with Eric Fleisher.I have a couple of his bags and am very pleased.I know he has studied and copied a lot of original bags and would be able to fill your needs.His stuff is top quality for sure!!!!

Mitch Yates

[thecapgunkid]

You might want to get a hold of Sligo Bill here in the forum.  I have seen his stuff up close, on the shoulders of my trail walk buddies, at Dixons Faire and on a table and he's very good at what he does. 

This coming from a Cordwainer

Good luck

Capgun

[pathfinder]

I've been making shooting bags and accoutrements for 30+ years,and with Ken Scott giving a post graduate class on pouch making,well,my learned experience can now be had by anyone taking Ken's highly recommend class.

Even though I grew up restoring antique furniture,and made a great career of it,I still listen to others on the subject,just in case I can add to my 50+ years working. NEVER quit learning.

I took Kens class,and am not ashamed to say,I did learn quite a bit,and I also shared some of my tricks too. Not many,but a few.

Anyone who took Kens class should be able to help you. Just ask for detailed pics of their work. I'd be happy to show mine.