Torn between two lovers; opinions needed...

[Flying Dutchman]

I would like to buy a sidequiver, because I like the design and it works for me.

Now I am torn between two possible candidates:

A traditional leather sidequiver from Leathersmith:  http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=111286

I really love the traditional look and the craftmanship...

or...

The safari tuff arrowmaster:  http://www.safarituff.com/arrowmaster.html

Not so traditional, but I read some very good reviews on this one and it comes with a cap and is waterproof.

Now I don't know anymore, I need help!

[GRINCH]

I really like the looks of the leathersmith quiver.

[ronp]

That leather quiver looks very nice.  I have an Arrowmaster and really like it.  It is my go-to quiver for hunting and stumping.  Why not get both?

[Flying Dutchman]

Get both? My wife would kill me and besides of that: I am not rich (but handsome   ).

[Igor]

Looks - hands down the leathersmith....I have the arrowmaster and I like it from a performance standard...


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[snag]

Arrowmaster=light weight, durable, has a compartment for extra string, string lube, extra tab or glove, etc.

[Bill Carlsen]

I have had both. For practical in the field operation the Arrowmaster is the way to go. If you just want to "look traditional" then the leather one gives that look...but, IMO, is not as functional as the Arrowmaster. After all is said and done I really prefer my GFA style homemade quivers.

[ron w]

Buy the arrow master now for the practical side of things and later get the leather cause it's cool!!!

[Joeabowhunter]

"Torn between two lovers"  Go with the sexy one.....well actually it makes sense to go with the more practical one.

Leathersmith=sexy
Arrow master=practical

[bulldog18]

Can't comment on the arrowmaster. I have the leathersmith side quiver and use it for hunting. Looks good and performs good.

[Chester Thompson]

Leathersmith that is a thing of beauty.

[rastaman]

Buy them both Ad!  

[Flying Dutchman]

Randy, don't say that to me....

[Manitoba Stickflinger]

As I get older I like things that work well rather than look good. I can't comment on the leather smith but have an arrow master and know it works well. Besides, you already say you're really good looking....you don't need a sexy quiver!

[Flying Dutchman]

You nailed it Ryan!  

[saumensch]

My vote goes for the Safari Tuff, also.
Its rugged, lightewight, a joy to use, never in the way and really comfortable.

Id only wish theyd make a non-camo model, because some of the tournaments round here dont like camo stuff.   :rolleyes:  

Theres a shop in Germany that sells the Safari Tuff, pm me if need be.

[paradocs]

I have a Leathersmith Sidekick III, and it's plenty practical,light and looks good. Doubt you can get better arrow protection; it kept my arrows pristine in the briar thickets we've got here.

[Gdpolk]

I'd go with the leather version and ask for a pouch to be put on the outside for a spare string/tab/points/wax.  

The synthetic is nice but I'm not sure it would stay that way for several generations.  With proper care of the leather, your grandchildren could still be using the leather quiver.  

Another thing to consider is personal preference for materials, construction, and pride of ownership.  I'd never take an inferior "pretty" product over a more functional product.  However, you can make a very functional product with leather custom made to your needs and wants that is also good looking and that might add to the satisfaction of using it for you.

My next quiver will be a custom tooled leather one that can be used as a back quiver or side quiver with two separate pockets for regular arrows and flu-flu arrows.  I got the idea from the images of this one below from Corcon Craft.  I've contacted a few leather workers about it and am waiting on Corcon Craft to get back with a price quote.  It's either going to be them or Wyoming Wildlife doing this project for me.
 

[amar911]

Either one would work well, but the Arrow Master is a better hunting tool. I have to say that I love the look and feel of leather, and I really like my leather side quiver. But I also own an Arrow Master original quiver and a smaller Arrow Master Duiker quiver, so I followed the path of buying all of them, as others here have suggested. Sorry, I know I'm not much help. My best suggestion would be to buy the Arrow Master if your main interest is to use it for hunting and to buy the Leathersmith if you main interest is to use it for other purposes and only occasionally take it out hunting.

Allan

[Bill Skinner]

If it's for hunting only, get the Arrow Master.  If it is for all round use, including hunting, get the Leathermaster.  

Better yet, get a Mantis, both of those are heavy and will start working on your shoulder after walking and stalking all day.  I like to hunt pigs, I do not like a heavy quiver, no matter how well it works or how pretty it is.