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Title: Need a new tab
Post by: Sam S on February 25, 2014, 10:13:00 PM
My old 3 finger under tab has finally seen its better days. Any suggestions on a new one ? I cant even remember who made the one I have now its 1 piece of leather with a finger hole I have tried calf hair tabs and just cant get used to them. I know their are some great leather smiths out there that can make one just need some info on where to look

Thanks
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: snag on February 25, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
http://www.safarituff.com/rodjenkinssignaturetab.html

I have two of these. They are very well made and will last a loooong time.
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: BowMIke on February 26, 2014, 06:24:00 AM
Not leather, but I really like the Saunders mono-tab.(no spacer or layers, just a slick plastic tab).P.S. You won't ever wear one out!
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: Terry Lightle on February 26, 2014, 07:06:00 AM
Take a look at Bateman cordovan
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: katman on February 26, 2014, 07:27:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by okla bearclaw:
Take a look at Bateman cordovan
x2
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: azhunter on February 26, 2014, 08:30:00 AM
Bateman cordovan. I know 3 rivers sells them but not sure who else has them. Best tab i have tried and all i use anymore.
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: acolobowhunter on February 26, 2014, 05:42:00 PM
Check with FerretWyo (Randy) I think he makes them.  With the number of big elk he has shot, they have to be good.
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: tracker12 on February 26, 2014, 06:35:00 PM
I use the Bateman Cordovan but just ordered the AAE Cavalier Elite.  I tried the AAE twice now and it helped me keep my wrist flat so I decided to pick one up.
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: Sam S on February 26, 2014, 07:37:00 PM
Thanks guys
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: bowslinger on February 26, 2014, 11:41:00 PM
I shoot split-finger and really like the Fred Eichler tab, which happens to be made by Bateman.  I would recommend a Bateman for 3 under based on my experience.  Very durable, but still great feel with no pain.
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: Uncle Buck on February 27, 2014, 05:52:00 AM
I make a lot of tabs because I like to experiment and i am also cheap. I am also a pack rat and have bags full of leather scraps from shoes and leather purses even mink pelts from thrift stores. leather purses can be had at yard sales for a buck or two. Having said that I like a calf hair tab.
uess because i have used one forever. thats what i use for hunting.
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: ishoot4thrills on February 27, 2014, 05:56:00 AM
I like Black Widow tabs. They last forever and aren't stiff. I use their "superleather" one.
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: Terry Lightle on February 27, 2014, 06:36:00 AM
We sell them
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: KenH on February 27, 2014, 08:40:00 AM
Check out HighNoon Hunter Leatherworks:

highnoonhunterleatherworks.webs.com/‎

Tell Bobby that KenH sent you and you'll either get a heck of a deal, or charged double  :D  

If he doesn't have what you need, he'll make it for you.
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: BD on February 27, 2014, 10:09:00 AM
I just got a couple black widow tabs. They are very stiff compared to what I am used to (bought them from 3 rivers). Not sure if I'm going to like these or not, but they had good reviews
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: bigbadjon on February 27, 2014, 01:08:00 PM
The Eichler tabs that Bateman put out are tops and the price borders on cheap for what you get.
Title: Re: Need a new tab
Post by: larry f on February 27, 2014, 07:52:00 PM
I started using the Eichler tab last year and Imust say that  it is the best tab I have used in the last thirty years.