hunting pouch materials

[BullRunBear]

I recently placed an order with TVM for a Late Lancaster flintlock. I would like to make my own hunting pouch for it. My wife, bless her heart, can sew and wants to help me on this. Matt said this style represents circa 1780s to 1800.

What materials would be appropriate for the period? I'm not concerned with absolute historical accuracy but something in the right neighborhood would be nice.

Also, are the styles and instructions in the book "Recreating The 18th Century Hunting Pouch" appropriate for an absolute beginner? I've shot BP for many years but never had the time to make my own gear until now.

Thanks for any help.

Jeff

 

[SpottedBull]

Following mr. Albert's directions in his book is ABSOLUTELY the best way to get started! I prefer to use veg tan leather in about 2-3 oz thickness when making a shooting bag. its rather forgiving to beginners and lasts a good long time. It can also be dyed whatever color you like and can be aged to whatever degree you want as well. You can make a bag that looks brand new, or looks like its been out on the trail for decades!

 

[deanscamaro]

Well, this is personal preference and I'm sure a lot of others will have another recommendation, but I use oil tanned leather sides. It is a good thickness for a possibles (or even shooting) bag and is good and soft, but yet tough. I have found it easy to work with, also. Below is a web address for where I get mine.
http://www.leatherunltd.com/leather/oak/oak.html
:thumbsup:

 

[Mickc01]

Definitely get T. Albert's book. It is a wonderful step-by-step guide to pouch making and it should anwser most, if not all, of your questions. He's a member of this forum, by-the-way and often posts. I've never had the chance to meet him in person but he seems like a super nice guy.

 

[BullRunBear]

Guys,

Thanks so much for the information. I'm putting together an order for TOTW and will include the hunting pouch book. It'll be about 9 months before the rifle arrives which gives me plenty of time to absorb the book. My wife suggested trying some of the patterns with inexpensive cloth before I butcher good leather. (After all these years she sure has my number!) :wink:

Thanks again,

Jeff

 

[T.C.Albert]

Thanks for all the kind words fellas...and Jeff, should you run into any snags along the way making your pouch, dont hesitate to get ahold of me and I will do my best to help.
Thanks again,
TC

 

[BullRunBear]

TC,

Thanks for the offer to assist. When, and if, the time comes I won't hesitate to ask. Just placed the order with TOTW for your book and am really looking forward to it. From the remarks here, it sounds like even I will be able to follow it. :thumbsup:

Jeff

PS: What a wonderful forum we have here. I have a question about hunting pouches and the author comes on to offer help. I have a question about flint size and the man who makes them gives me the information. Belonging to this group is true luxury.

 

[Macon Due]

Sweet......isn't it BullRunBear?
Macon

 

[BrownBear]

I agree on the book, and the generosity of Mr. Albert.

I see that you're from Virginia, so I'll toss this in since others brought it up. I basically have two "sets" of gear- one for wet weather and one for dry. I haven't found a thing that beats oiled/waxed leather for wet, but I sure like 2-3 oz veg tanned too.

If I was only making one bag it would be with the oiled/waxed for practical reasons, but where's the fun in having only one bag? :rotf: And I'll guarantee that your first won't be your last!