Bag and Horn for a Plains Rifle?

[Smokey Plainsman]

I found this horn:
https://www.powderhornsandmore.com//02-494-the-fur-trapper/

I'm just afraid of getting a bad horn, and don't know where to look for a plain but well made horn for my period of kit.

 

[Grenadier1758]

You could order your bag and horn from October Country. Their horn is a decent sized and styled horn that you can get in an antique finish for a reasonable price.

October Country - Poor Boy Horn

 

[Rifleman1776]

I'm certain shooting bags in the period you mention were usually very plain and serviceable. If you want something to carry a lot of non-shooting 'stuff', get a cloth haversack to carry on the other side.
And, gotta disagree with the comment about white horns staying white. :nono: Horns that are used will acquire patina from handling. I have many horns. Those not used are still white. Those used have picked up oils from my hands and are naturally antiqued.

 

[Steve-ALA]

I would think that the later the timeframe, the more possibilities. As folks in the east expanded westward, they took what they had with them. A bag or horn made in the early 1800s, would be sufficient for any time later. Your mid 1800s persona would be correct as long as what you have was made then or earlier.

 

[William O.]

That's a fine horn right there.

 

[tenngun]

Sorry, misspoke, white can pick up a pitina they yellows it a bit, what I was thinking was it never looks dirty like white leather or clothing would.

 

[Smokey Plainsman]

No problem there, I would prefer a new white one that will be aged by my shooting and handling as to an artificial aging.

I looked at October Country, VERY cool looking horns. I think with you alls blessing if they are in fact a good and sturdy horn I'll get one. I can't decide between the pioneer horn and the poor boy horn. Tough pick! Which would you guys choose?
http://www.octobercountry.com/oc-pioneer-horn/
http://www.octobercountry.com/poor-boy-trade-horn/

 

[tenngun]

You like fries or onion rings :wink: October county is s top line company and you will like what you get from them. Fact is this is just your first horn. :haha:

 

[Mean Gene]

I like that pioneer horn!

 

[Silky921]

I like that pioneer horn too. Almost just bought one on the spot.

 

[Smokey Plainsman]

Guys thank you all so much for the help!

I decided to get the October Country pioneer horn:

And the American rifleman's hunting pouch from Track of the Wolf:

I also got a few little leather bags and pouches to hold my patches, balls, and tools. I also bought a Ted Cash rifle capper for my percussion caps. I'm so excited!! Will post pictures when they get here. You guys are the best!!

Smokey :thumbsup:

 

[Mean Gene]

:thumbsup: good choices!

 

[Smokey Plainsman]

Thanks! This is very exciting for me. Is it normal to be more excited about getting a leather bag and powder horn than it is most modern centerfire guns I've bought recently??

 

[Ames]

Normal around here! :thumbsup:

 

[Silky921]

Nope, that's perfectly normal around here. Excellent... (evil laugh)

 

[rdstrain49]

Getting excited over a new Man Purse is perfectly fine.

 

[tenngun]

Thanks! This is very exciting for me. Is it normal to be more excited about getting a leather bag and powder horn than it is most modern centerfire guns I've bought recently??

'You are my son, join us on the dark side' :haha:

 

[SgtErv]

Agreed. Good choices.

Not weird at all. You're in good company. Youve seen the pictures of us in our outfits? Haha. Yessir. Traditional shooting really changes your outlook I think

 

[Smokey Plainsman]

Guys I got my bag and powder horn in!!

They are PERFECT!!! Just what I was wanting! I am very impressed with both items, and glad I didn't skimp out. Now I'll have to get used to them and figure out the best way to organize my possibles and set them all up. I already adjusted the straps to where I wear the bag on my right at hip level with the powder horn an inch or so above the top of the bag. Seems to work well.

Thank you all so much for the encouragement and support. I am new to traditional black powder rifle shooting but so far it's been great fun, and I'm just scratching the surface for sure!!

Smokey :thumbsup:

PS: I also bought the percussion version of the Lyman GPR and right now it's in the process of getting coats of Birchwood Casey tru-oil that I plan to buff out to a nice satin finish. Yep, I'm neck deep in this stuff now!! :grin:

 

[Mean Gene]

Your probably heck deep in debt I would imagine, but once you have all your stuff you don't have to buy it again.
Congratulations on your rifle, horn and bag they look great, they will last you many years to come.

:thumbsup: