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Title: possibles/shoulder bags?
Post by: Mike Bolin on December 02, 2006, 10:38:00 PM: How many of you all use a possibles bag instead of a daypack when hunting? I am having Jeff at gray Wolf Woolens make me one from the Predator Brown material (Christmas gift from my mom-in-law!). Jeff has made them before and refers to them as a "Man purse" :rolleyes: ! I usually carry too much stuff with me to the woods anyway and if I am still hunting on my way into the woods, whatever I need seems to be in the daypack where I can't get to it easily.
I have been using my Lone Wolf stand and sticks pretty much exclusively and hanging my daypack on the stand (on my back), which seems to get caught on everything in the woods :knothead: . Just looking for any experiences/thoughts you all have ...pro or con! Hunt safe, hunt hard! Mike
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Post by: KyleAllen on December 02, 2006, 11:22:00 PM: I recently started carrying one and have been very happy thus far. It is very simple. One nice wide strap (non adjustable) and an average sized pouch with no buckles or anything. It is designe where you can tie the the flap down but i seldom do. I like it because i can slide it around to my back so that it is out of the way but it is very accessable when slid around to the front of to the hip. I found mine in a bundle of world war era military gear in a ladies barn. What a find. Its all in excellent shape.

I like to carry a roll of t.p., a deer call or two, and a good book in mine.

Kyle
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Post by: Redfeathers on December 02, 2006, 11:36:00 PM: They have some good wool ones at the army surplus store, never have used one myself!!

Brent
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Post by: Scott S. on December 02, 2006, 11:41:00 PM: I carry a commercial Mountainsmith messenger bag to work so I know how handy a "man purse" can be. I have thought about using a shoulder bag for bowhunting but haven't got around to it yet. Your post just pushed me over the edge and I'm going to give it a try. Thanks!
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Post by: MikeC on December 02, 2006, 11:52:00 PM: I use one from Johnson Woolen Mills but for MZ hunting, don't see it benefiting me bowhunting but hey, whatever works for you, it's all good.
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Post by: Rooselk on December 03, 2006, 12:01:00 AM: About ten or twelve years ago I purchased a Filson field bag that functions the same as a "possibles bag". This is a high quality bag that has served me well over the years.

Filson Field Bag (http://www.filson.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2092393&cp=2069836.2065001.2075128&page=2&doVSearch=no&pageBucket=0&parentPage=family)

When I'm using my Catquiver the Filson bag stays at home. But when I'm using my Chief side quiver I take the field bag with me.
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Post by: Missouri Sherpa on December 03, 2006, 12:31:00 AM: I made a "man purse" out of leather. I keep my camera, rangefinder, puffer bottle windicator, maybe a snack or two, a small folding hunting knife, maybe some parachute cord etc. inside where I can get my right hand on it quick without having to dig deep into my pockets or take my daypack off. I wish I had made one years ago. I will try to find a picture to post.
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Post by: hickstick on December 03, 2006, 02:41:00 AM: few years ago I made a messenger type bag for hunting...still use it occassionally. but with the bag, a lakota or side quiver, binos, calls, etc I just get sick of having stuff slung about my neck. heres a pic of it...

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/hickstick/messangerbag.jpg)

I made it big enough for my thermos of coffee, and the design allows it to be worn on the small of the back (like a fanny pack ) or on the front, or on the hip and have it ride level with teh ground so stuff wont spill out of its open.
Title: Re: possibles/shoulder bags?
Post by: BillJ on December 03, 2006, 07:56:00 AM: Quote
Originally posted by hickstick:
... I just get sick of having stuff slung about my neck.
I've been using a cheapie little camo bag from Walmart that hangs from the shoulder. My experience is the same - just getting sick of it hanging there - especially when I'm carrying my Torges tree seat which also hangs from my shoulder, and my back quiver.

I'm going to try a fanny pack, I think, instead. That would free up the shoulder, and it seems to me that it would ride more securely. Everytime I need to bend over the possibles bag slides and I have to readjust it. I do like the small size of it, but wish it would stay put!

Bill
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Post by: foxbo on December 03, 2006, 08:10:00 AM: German Ridge makes a Possibles Bag Quiver which has a double leather pouch, plus a sort of bowquiver attached to the outside flap. It's reversible for either left or right hand application. 3Rivers has them listed for 119, I believe. Not a bad price and it's good quality.
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Post by: bear1336 on December 03, 2006, 08:15:00 AM: I have used one since the early 60's the lady across the street just made me a new one out of heavy woodland camo cloth.
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Post by: Hawken1911 on December 03, 2006, 08:46:00 AM: I use a leather haversack when medieval-themed hunting, and it is very comfortable. I can fit all the important stuff in there, plus I think it's better than a daypack for still-hunting/stalking because there's nothing binding your shoulders.

(http://www.michiganlongbow.org/haversack.jpg)
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Post by: Killdeer on December 03, 2006, 09:19:00 AM: This year I bought a small bag with a bear bow quiver incorporated into the design. My buddy ApplePie had bought one at a shoot, and I was intrigued by the possibilities. I used it hunting this year, and kept stringer, whetstone, tab and such in it, and it worked fine. I carry a fanny pack as well, with food, knife, rope, plastic bag and doo-dads. I will try to get a pic of it up, but here is a shot of the bags hanging in the tent at ATAR, behind Gary of Gary's Custom Knives.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/Archery%20Equipment/ATAR06.jpg)

Killdeer
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Post by: Buglmin on December 03, 2006, 11:33:00 AM: If you're not carrying much, sure, why not. I think after a bit, the strain on your meck from just one strap would give you one heck of a headache, plus the bag would just sag, and no real way to adjust it and to keep it from bouncing.
Title: Re: possibles/shoulder bags?
Post by: Mike Bolin on December 03, 2006, 12:35:00 PM: Thanks much for the feedback thus far. With no more than a fellar needs to carry when deer hunting, I am thinking it will work out fine. I thought about the weight hanging off the shoulder, but for hunting Indiana whitetail, there are some hills and hooers, but the territory I cover isn't that big or rough. Keep the feedback coming and thanks for the photos. Mike
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Post by: adkmountainken on December 03, 2006, 01:27:00 PM: i carry a large haversack which my wife refers to as my pocketbook! she also calls my large grey and black capote a bathrobe. anyways i can fit about all i need in the haversack or on my belt. i was carring a large backpack with way to much stuff.
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Post by: mcgroundstalker on December 03, 2006, 01:36:00 PM: Hey Mike! Stuff hanging off me would drive me nuts while stalking or still hunting. Been using "DAY ONE" clothing for the past few years. Have deep pockets in all the right places with a Carry All on the back of my vest. Guess if you are gonna carry something heavy like a camera or binos the fanny pack or shoulder bag will work.

My binos have a thin carry strap that put pressure on my neck... :( ...Then I hooked the strap under my back tag and now no neck strain... :D ...

Another good item is my BISON GEAR fanny pack that opens into a backpack if needed... :) ...If the weather warms up the heavy clothing goes inside.

Good Luck Buddy! >>-----> mike <-----<<
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Post by: herb haines on December 03, 2006, 02:43:00 PM: mike i amde one for myself before i went south hunting a couple of years ago and yes i got ahead of all my friends and just call it herb's purse :saywhat: figured i would cut them off at the pass. works great in texas could carry a couple of bottles of water ,some junk food a knife and rope and some plastic bags --- herb
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Post by: trh1 on December 03, 2006, 02:46:00 PM: I have a Rancho fanny pak. It has a back support that is padded and has mesh inside to help with the sweat. I use a Cat Quiver1 with it. The bottom of the Cat Quiver sets on top of the fanny. I run two bungie cords to eyehooks to keep everything stable. I really like it. I got both in saddle cloth.
Title: Re: possibles/shoulder bags?
Post by: Mike Bolin on December 03, 2006, 02:49:00 PM: herb, do I need to refer to mine as "a Herb's purse"? :saywhat: I mean, you have pantent on it or anything....right? :bigsmyl: We'll just call them a "man purse" and go with that! LOL-Mike
Title: Re: possibles/shoulder bags?
Post by: Ray Hammond on December 03, 2006, 07:12:00 PM: Angelo at Bison Gear makes a GREAATTTT one...if you are interested I think you could see it on his website? I have one and its fantastic.
Title: Re: possibles/shoulder bags?
Post by: herb haines on December 03, 2006, 07:17:00 PM: Mike feel free to call it herb's purse if you wish but if you do don't kick if you find me checking through it for snacks :bigsmyl: .all the best in your search !! just make sure if you go for one that hangs off of the shoulder that the starp is wide a lot more confortable--- herb
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Post by: nanook712 on December 03, 2006, 07:49:00 PM: I made a small one out of a 6"x9" pouch that was made to attach on a pack bet or shoulder strap. It has two small d rings in the corners that I attached a 2" strap to. Fits my field dressing gear, hand warmers , and snacks.
Title: Re: possibles/shoulder bags?
Post by: MikeC on December 03, 2006, 08:02:00 PM: Quote
Originally posted by Rooselk:
About ten or twelve years ago I purchased a Filson field bag that functions the same as a "possibles bag". This is a high quality bag that has served me well over the years.

Filson Field Bag (http://www.filson.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2092393&cp=2069836.2065001.2075128&page=2&doVSearch=no&pageBucket=0&parentPage=family)

When I'm using my Catquiver the Filson bag stays at home. But when I'm using my Chief side quiver I take the field bag with me.
Nice bag but for that kind of money you should be looking at these. Leatherman Bags (http://www.blackpowderbags.com)
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Post by: PrarrieDog on December 03, 2006, 08:44:00 PM: Mike, I went to a gun show today and found a possibles bag. Modern as it was made of man made materials, (cordura?) designed to hang from an oppisite shoulder with a wide strap. Strap is adjustable to hang from your hip or under your arm. Reminds me of the "dispatch bag" that motorcyclist use to use. Two sizes available.
Quality looks good (made in China) Here's the killer, $10 bucks a piece!
Next time you see a gun show advertised go see what you can find.
Prarrie Dog
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Post by: Gray Buffalo on December 03, 2006, 09:00:00 PM: (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v81/graybuffalo/Huntingquiver-1.jpg)

I use a possible bag atached to my quiver
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Post by: bayoulongbowman on December 03, 2006, 09:03:00 PM: and big pair of matching rubber Lacrosse boots to match...now where is the TP..paper, not again forgot it... :D ...do ya have to call it a purse :saywhat: :saywhat:
Title: Re: possibles/shoulder bags?
Post by: Rooselk on December 03, 2006, 09:09:00 PM: Quote
Originally posted by MikeC:
Nice bag but for that kind of money you should be looking at these. Leatherman Bags (http://www.blackpowderbags.com)
I don't disagree. But at the time I bought mine it wasn't anywhere near the price it is now. Moreover, I purchased it at the Filson store in Seattle which at the time had the item marked down.
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Post by: Missouri Sherpa on December 03, 2006, 10:31:00 PM: (http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c324/nucduke/purse1.jpg) My two tone leather "man purse"
Title: Re: possibles/shoulder bags?
Post by: Mike Bolin on December 04, 2006, 08:36:00 AM: Thanks for all of the feedback guys and gals! Didn't realize so many of you were using "man purses", or in killy's case, just a purse! :bigsmyl:
Mike
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Post by: Danny Rowan on September 23, 2007, 12:25:00 AM: ttt
Title: Re: possibles/shoulder bags?
Post by: NightHawk on September 23, 2007, 01:48:00 AM: i find it hard to use a day pack when carring my tree stand. What I do is turn my fanny pack around and wear it in the front.

I usally carry my scents, small lock blade knife,compass,small med kit, an apple and granola bars (peanut butter) small scap of string and a candle stub :thumbsup:
Title: Re: possibles/shoulder bags?
Post by: Ron LaClair on September 23, 2007, 08:31:00 AM: I've used fanny packs and they're fine but I like a shoulder bag a lot better. For a number of years now I've been using a canvas bag made by Duluth Pack that I got from Northwoods Wilderness Outfitters. The strap is made of leather with an adjustable buckle while the main body of the bag is soft canvas. A divider inside is handy to keep certain items separate. I like to wear it high under the arm to keep it from swinging but can also swing it back so that it rides just above my back pocket.

It's easier to get to items in a shoulder "possibles bag" than a fanny pack and when I get to my stand I take it off and hang it alongside where I have easy access to whatever I want from it.

It's not a "purse" :thumbsup: .. :archer:
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Post by: MikeW on September 23, 2007, 09:25:00 AM: Here's an other place to get bags and a little cheaper than the other link.
http://www.mountaintoptradingco.com/index2.htm

http://garyscustomknives.com/sidequivers.htm
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Post by: iacornfed on September 23, 2007, 10:00:00 AM: In the Navy they call the man who handles the ships money a "Purser". Dates back to when money was carried in a purse. I gues if it was good enough for them it's good enough for me. I tried a fanny pack but it keeps falling off. I tried shoulder straps but I decided that if I was going to use straps I might as well use a backpack. My daypack has a water bladder in it. I am thinking of making some sort of quiver for it.
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Post by: Killdeer on September 23, 2007, 10:23:00 AM: "I tried a fanny pack but it keeps falling off."

Put a wallet in your back pocket, and eat more corn.
Killdeer
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Post by: Squirrel Bait on September 23, 2007, 12:56:00 PM: The problem with a fanny pack is you got to have some fanny to hold it up.
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Post by: Mike Bolin on September 23, 2007, 02:09:00 PM: Here is what I ended up with-Mike
(http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b99/mule157/IMGP0050.jpg)
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Post by: Bowson on September 23, 2007, 04:04:00 PM: iacornfed,

In the old days, the "Purser" also handed out the RUM!!!
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Post by: Vig on September 23, 2007, 07:49:00 PM: Squirrel bait, I feel your pain. I've tried a bunch of different combinations of bags and quivers- finally settled on the messenger bag this year. Bought a canvas one from the internet auction for 20 bucks and it works great! I think I've figured out a way to integrate my quiver into it as well.

I'll warn you, it takes at least a day and a half of hunting before my brothers and Dad get tired of making fun of the 'man purse.' The trick is to be the first to kill something. Then you can always use that as a comeback!
Title: Re: possibles/shoulder bags?
Post by: STOBBER on September 23, 2007, 10:48:00 PM: Mike,
I carry a shoulder bag on occasion but have found my CatQuiver2 to be very handy. It holds all a a feller could need for a day's hunt.
The best part of a shoulder bag is that you can just drop it quickly if need be...instead of wrestling with a pack.
It's a matter of personal taste i guess.
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Post by: String Cutter on September 24, 2007, 05:47:00 AM: Yep, Vile beer ain't got no problems wearing a fanny pack..... You can still see her for 5 minutes after she walks around a corner. :biglaugh:
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Post by: Killdeer on September 24, 2007, 05:52:00 AM: You are lucky I'm late for work, FlingSplatter.

Killerdeer :knothead:
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Post by: woodchucker on September 26, 2007, 09:09:00 AM: I bought a canvas Eastern Longhunter's bag from Dixie Gun Works

I'll be carrying my "possibles" in it this hunting season.....(and probly many more!!!!!)
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Post by: Curtiss Cardinal on September 26, 2007, 09:29:00 AM: I've been looking for one for years. I just haven't found the one yet. I know it when I see it. Those side quiver type from garyscustomknives look mighty interesting.
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Post by: Jerry Jeffer on September 26, 2007, 11:02:00 AM: I use a Bandalero type bag with my cat quiver attached to it.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f196/jjeffer/Bandalero.jpg)
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Post by: Flesner on September 26, 2007, 11:25:00 AM: As usual, mine is pretty sorry compared to everyone else, but it works great for me.

I have a cotton "sack" that a I attached a nylon strap to. I started carrying it to put my squirrels in (dead ones !!). I carry it all the time now.

It's just a thin cotton sack about 12" square without a cover flap. I don't carry much "stuff" with me, but it will hold lots of things if you need it to. Won't keep them dry though, so don't fall in the crick.

It would be very simple to make one from a bolt of scrap cloth or an old dish towel maybe.
And it's machine washable!.
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Post by: tamure on September 26, 2007, 11:43:00 AM: The photo is a little fuzzy, but this is my possibles bag. It hangs on my right hip, with the strap on my left shoulder, crossing my chest. I also carry a shot snake with 2-3 lbs of shot the same way. Believe it or not, it's actually surprisingly comfortable and doesn't give me a headache, even with all that weight. But maybe that's just me.

(http://www.hogsmack.com/random/pbag7.jpg)

Here I am with my "bunny bag" on a sunny February day. It is actually a fishing creel I bought at Wally World for like $8. Big 5 Sports has them too. It is canvas, and the large inside pocket is lined with vinyl. There is a small pocket on the front, in which I put handiwipes, latex gloves, a small Helle knife, some rope, and some 1 gallon plastic bags. I put the bunny in the main part of the bag while en route to a place to clean it. The vinyl keeps blood from going everywhere and is easy to clean. And I have all the bunny dressing stuff I need in the front pocket.

(http://www.hogsmack.com/random/bunnyhunt/me_success.jpg)
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Post by: Ron LaClair on September 26, 2007, 11:49:00 AM: Here's a couple more bags that I use. Muzzleloaders call them Haversacks. The one on the left was made from an old flour or grain sack, note the patch which was on the original bag. It's lined with pillow ticking to give it strength and body. The bag on the right is a shooting pouch and powder horn.

(http://www.shrewbows.com/rons_linkpics/Bags.JPG)

This one is a heavier hemp bag, waterproofed with bees wax. It has a leather bottom and horn buttons and will hold enough to keep you in the woods for several days. ;)

(http://www.shrewbows.com/rons_linkpics/Haversack.JPG)
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Post by: Ron LaClair on September 26, 2007, 11:55:00 AM: Here's the flour sack bag being worn so you can see the size....excuse the flintlock gun in the picture. :o

(http://www.shrewbows.com/rons_linkpics/ShrewHaven%20in%20Winter.JPG)
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Post by: woodchucker on September 26, 2007, 06:52:00 PM: Lookin' Good Ron!!!!!

BTW.....Has anyone ever looked at you.....Turned WHITE as a sheet and all "bug-eyed".....Then turned tail and high-tail it out of the woods!!!!!

(like they just saw the GHOST of some old "mountain-man")LOL :eek: :scared: :eek:

I always enjoy your pictures Ron!!!!! They look like you just stepped out of a History book. :thumbsup:
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Post by: PrarrieDog on September 26, 2007, 08:25:00 PM: That LaClair's a hansome feller, isn't he?
Prarrie Dog
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Post by: jacobsladder on September 26, 2007, 08:38:00 PM: i love my german ridge bag and quiver..outstanding set up!
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Post by: Killdeer on September 26, 2007, 08:50:00 PM: Flesner, please do not describe my favorite bag as "sorry"!

Back in olden times, I was a cashier at Dart Drug. Then I was shipping and receiving manager, in charge of the beer and wine section, and the incoming vendors and the Back Room. The Back Room had all kinds of crap in it, mostly unsalable merchandise that needed to go back from whence it came or be deemed a superfund site, and bits of detritus that had piled up for the last twenty years. I was told to clean it out.

Clean it out I did, only having to evacuate the store once when some arcane fluid gleefully escaped its shattered glass confines, and I discovered a prize! "What should I do with these?" I innocently asked. My boss told me to get them outta there. So I went home with heavy cotton sacks that said "US Mint" and "dimes".

Later, I used magic markers and spray paint, and 3/8" cotton rope to make the sweetest game bag, collection bag, everything else bag that you could want. I use it during squirrel season for all of the above, plus for stashing any and all found treasures, from birch bark to tree jelly fungus, and bringing it triumphantly into camp. It will hold clothing shed as the day warms, water bottles and trash picked up en route.

Do not scoff at the lowly cotton bag. It is a gift from the gods. And the drug store manager.

Killdeer :bigsmyl: