steve mason Report post Posted April 2, 2008 Howdy; Here are a few gear bags I have just made up, they are made from an apron split leather with latigo handle and brass zippers and made in a few different sizes. Please let me know what you think, I am looking for constructive criticism. There are more photos and descriptions on my http://saddleblog.blogspot.com/ thanks much Steve Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Don101 Report post Posted April 2, 2008 Steve now those are nice, makes me whish i had a machine as i hate to think about stitching some thing like that by hand, Don Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bruce johnson Report post Posted April 2, 2008 Steve, I think they look great too. I really don't see any criticisms. One question I do have is your source of the apron split. Mine is that blueish gray, and yous looks more to the tan shade. I like the color of yours better for stuff like this. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve mason Report post Posted April 2, 2008 Bruce; I get the arpon split from Caledon Leather Sales in Calgary Alberta. this split is a firmer than than the pearl apron, makes great bags and awesome for shoeing aprons. I'm not sure where you would find it in the US. Steve, I think they look great too. I really don't see any criticisms. One question I do have is your source of the apron split. Mine is that blueish gray, and yous looks more to the tan shade. I like the color of yours better for stuff like this. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyKnight Report post Posted April 2, 2008 We buy them as "apron splits".. The bags look great. I have always had it my mind to build a whole set of luggage but never seem to have the time. Andy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rayban Report post Posted April 2, 2008 Steve, themz really nice. Only comment I would have is shoulder strap may be a good idea.(?) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryan Report post Posted April 2, 2008 Steve, Great minds think alike; I have been searching the internet looking for gear bags trying to get ideas for some and yours are exactly what I had in mind. I was going to make them out of extra heavy canvas but I really like the looks of those apron split ones. Thanks for posting! Ryan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveh Report post Posted April 2, 2008 Professional work, rugged design, very functional, quality leather and hardware. Personalized with tooling and brands.excellent stitching. top notch work. Steve Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mudman Report post Posted April 2, 2008 Very nice job as usual. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gtwister09 Report post Posted April 3, 2008 Steve. I was looking at some duck material like the ones King Ranch used, but I agree that I like your apron split much more. Are these lined? Great looks as always! Regards, Ben Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elton Joorisity Report post Posted April 3, 2008 TOP NOTCH as usual Mason!! Wanna build me one?? HAHAHA Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve mason Report post Posted April 3, 2008 Andy I'm sure when I buy from Caledon it's called arpon split not apron split LOL, or maybe my dyslexia and grade three edicaton is showin. DYSLEXICS UNTIE Ben the bags are not lined. Steve.I was looking at some duck material like the ones King Ranch used, but I agree that I like your apron split much more. Are these lined? Great looks as always!Regards,Ben Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
