Indian style shooting bag kit from crazy crow?

[Arrowhead_92]

Has anyone made this; Indian Style Shooting Bag Kit Its a buckskin native style shooting bag kit from crazy crow. The bag shown looks a little farby but I feel one could hammer out something more pc with it. Given the materials, it seems like a good price? Any thoughts?

 

[Songwriter]

I bought one a while back. The hide had a large area of stiff white spots. I thought it would be ok as I was gonna age it with some strong coffee or something. I was also gonna change up the shape a little.
So I cut some pieces and started on it. It turns out that those white spots won’t take the coffee stain, so they are even more pronounced.
Conclusion: it’s cheap and if you get a better piece of hide than mine, you can probably make a decent bag. I just eventually got mad at myself for not returning it right away. But I was able to use a clear section for the front flap, which is mostly what will show.
Pics show front and back of the same piece (I know, I should have shown the penny heads and tails).

 

[azmntman]

Still looks great to me. Nothin back in the day was perfect and wernt nobody gonna trash the bag over some spots that could only help camouflage it anyway.

 

[Songwriter]

Yeah, you're right. It'll turn out fine. I'll post a pic when I finish it.

 

[Arrowhead_92]

I bought one a while back. The hide had a large area of stiff white spots. I thought it would be ok as I was gonna age it with some strong coffee or something. I was also gonna change up the shape a little.
So I cut some pieces and started on it. It turns out that those white spots won’t take the coffee stain, so they are even more pronounced.
Conclusion: it’s cheap and if you get a better piece of hide than mine, you can probably make a decent bag. I just eventually got mad at myself for not returning it right away. But I was able to use a clear section for the front flap, which is mostly what will show.
Pics show front and back of the same piece (I know, I should have shown the penny heads and tails).

Thanks for the input, it was really helpful, btw I like how you stained leather turned out, looks very natural to me, can’t wait to see the finished project!

 

[TDM]

Has anyone made this; Indian Style Shooting Bag Kit Its a buckskin native style shooting bag kit from crazy crow. The bag shown looks a little farby but I feel one could hammer out something more pc with it. Given the materials, it seems like a good price? Any thoughts?

I’ve looked at that one before. Several years ago bought their regular leather bag kit, had not tackled a leather project that big before, but I’m very pleased with it. The leather was good and the bag is roomy. I like Crazy Crow products, they’re not perfect, but you get a lot for your money if you enjoy making your own stuff.

 

[Kev308]

The information on the websitr is minimal, I was curious what the dimensions of the bag?
Thanks
Kevin

 

[Songwriter]

I'll get the instructions out tonite and post some details.

 

[Songwriter]

Their design is for a bag that, when flat, is 12" wide at the bottom, 10" wide at the top, and 10-1/2" tall. The flap in their image is just a suggestion, and the instructions show eight other examples. But they give you plenty of hide for the bag, flap, inside pocket, and straps, so lots of flexibility. Comes with a little trade cloth for trim, and beads, along with fake sinew and a glovers needle.
I am still debating what decoration I want on it, so have not finished it.

 

[Omahkapi'si]

I think the pouch with minimal or no decorations on it would look good once it had some wear & tear and age on it.

 

[Kev308]

Their design is for a bag that, when flat, is 12" wide at the bottom, 10" wide at the top, and 10-1/2" tall. The flap in their image is just a suggestion, and the instructions show eight other examples. But they give you plenty of hide for the bag, flap, inside pocket, and straps, so lots of flexibility. Comes with a little trade cloth for trim, and beads, along with fake sinew and a glovers needle.
I am still debating what decoration I want on it, so have not finished it.

Thanks! I was thinking it might make for an interesting project…. Not sure what just yet!
Kevin

 

[Songwriter]

Had some downtime yesterday cuz work was closed due to weather. Pretty much finished the bag to a usable state. Gonna put some red trade cloth along the edges, and still thinking some beadwork on the flap.
I kinda like it.

 

[Songwriter]

Looking at the pics now I realize I forgot to cut off the extra piece sticking out on the left. That is from the inside strip that forms the inner pockets. Like I said, not quite finished.

 

[TDM]

Looks great @Songwriter!

 

[azmntman]

VERY nice end product!

 

[Songwriter]

Thanks, fellers! When I get it finished to my liking, I'll post again.

 

[Omahkapi'si]

Love it.

 

[BlazingIron]

I bought one a while back. The hide had a large area of stiff white spots. I thought it would be ok as I was gonna age it with some strong coffee or something. I was also gonna change up the shape a little.
So I cut some pieces and started on it. It turns out that those white spots won’t take the coffee stain, so they are even more pronounced.
Conclusion: it’s cheap and if you get a better piece of hide than mine, you can probably make a decent bag. I just eventually got mad at myself for not returning it right away. But I was able to use a clear section for the front flap, which is mostly what will show.
Pics show front and back of the same piece (I know, I should have shown the penny heads and tails).

Snow leopard leather?

 

[Banjoman]

Had some downtime yesterday cuz work was closed due to weather. Pretty much finished the bag to a usable state. Gonna put some red trade cloth along the edges, and still thinking some beadwork on the flap.
I kinda like it.

Tell you what, if you decide you don’t want it, you can send it to me.

 

[Songwriter]

LOL, @Banjoman. It's a deal... IF I decide that. Don't hold your breath!