Nighthawk Report post Posted November 20, 2010 As you all know, my parent's 40th anniversary vow renewal is this weekend. I wanted to make myself a dress sporran, anyway, so I thought this was the perfect opportunity! I made it in the color scheme of my parent's party- partly because it's getting worn tomorrow, but mainly because I like the colors! I got the cantel from Stillwater kits. The tassels are horsehair tassels from Tandy Leather. So- Here are some pictures: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
druid Report post Posted November 20, 2010 Man, that's HOT. I'd wear that in 1/3rd of a heart beat! Question on the Cantle though... do you find it "cheaply made" - as in - thin metal material with cheap plating? Or do you find it to be a very quality item? Thanks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
builderofstuff Report post Posted November 20, 2010 Looks great! Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nighthawk Report post Posted November 21, 2010 (edited) Man, that's HOT. I'd wear that in 1/3rd of a heart beat! Question on the Cantle though... do you find it "cheaply made" - as in - thin metal material with cheap plating? Or do you find it to be a very quality item? Thanks. Well, it only cost $18, so how much can you really expect? It's not like a high-dollar cantle. However, for the price, you really can't beat it! It is a really nice cantel. The metal isn't really thin. It's nicer than the ones that come on their premade sporrans. The detail is sharper, for sure. For a nice economy cantel, I would recommend it! I totally plan to upgrade as funds become available, but for now, it's perfect. And thanks for the compliment. I've been wanting to do something like this for a while. Actually, I just did a quick search and found cantles in 2 price ranges- <$300 and $25- 30. I found a really cool looking antique brass one in the $30 range that I may have to go for some point after Christmas! Edited November 21, 2010 by Nighthawk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tat2 Report post Posted November 21, 2010 Well, it only cost $18, so how much can you really expect? It's not like a high-dollar cantle. However, for the price, you really can't beat it! It is a really nice cantel. The metal isn't really thin. It's nicer than the ones that come on their premade sporrans. The detail is sharper, for sure. For a nice economy cantel, I would recommend it! I totally plan to upgrade as funds become available, but for now, it's perfect. And thanks for the compliment. I've been wanting to do something like this for a while. Actually, I just did a quick search and found cantles in 2 price ranges- <$300 and $25- 30. I found a really cool looking antique brass one in the $30 range that I may have to go for some point after Christmas! Nice one mate you did really well on this Sporran! Hope it wears well! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
