I am considering trying to make myself a leather back quiver but not sure where to start. I went to the Tandy website but can't see anything that would be applicable. Anyone know of someplace to get a "kit" or at least get all the necessary pieces?

Any general tips / hints would be great too. Thanks.

3R has a kit but it is a bit $$$$.I asked about a Hill style a week or so ago and got the pattern to do it yourself.
http://www.tradgang.com/backquiver/
I think you can check the sponsor banner for another leather shop.

Do a search here for tutorials.  I think they are in the how to section threads.  I used them and a couple from online and made up a large and two small quivers in a couple of nights work.  Tandy Leather has some smoking deals going on leather right now so it is a good time to pick up the materials.   They are easy to make. Tricia and I have been using ours for several months now and find them really nice for 3D - stump shooting - squirrel hunting trips.

I have bought a lot of leather from Tandy. Many of the pieces would work for a back quiver. What you need to do is get on the mailing list and get a catalog. They do run specials every so often.  I was amazed at the size and weights of the leathers that are available.  Leather does get expensive. Good Luck.

pete

I built one from scratch.  I bought few scrap cowhide pieces(5-6oz thickness should be enough) with size of about 20"x20" each from the auction site.  Got from local Michael's craft store a cheap rotary hole puncher and a spool of suede lether lace.  Got one belt from Marshall for making the strap.  The material cost is about $45 but the left over is enought to make another quiver.

First I used paper and tape to make a real size prototype.  Then I cut open the paper and use it as the template.  Trace and cut the cowhide.  Use the rotary punch to punch holes along the side.  Lace the leather together to complete the quiver.  Place some plastic foams at the bottom for protection.  It looks OK and functions well.  One guy from local archery club wants to order one from me but I do not have time to make it.

If I find my camera I will post some pictures later for your reference.

Thanks guys.

What "type" or "weight" of leather for a quiver and strap? What should I look for on the Tandy site?

Wyandotte, been selling kits for many years.

I used 5-6 oz cowhide.  Don't know what weight is of the belt I used for strap but it is thicker than the cowhide for the body of the quiver.

Here are some pictures:

I don't have a stiching pony.  Took the easy way out to use lacing....

The quiver will collapse on the arrows and keep them quiet a lot better if you buy a 3 or 4 ounce cowhide.  I would buy a pre dyed and oiled leather for your first quiver. They sell bags of lacing material with varied colors and widths of leather strips that will work great.  Buy a hole punch.  Not the hit the post kind, the rotary grip and squeeze kind. I would buy a scrap piece of 7 to 10 ounce heavy leather for the bottom of the quiver.

Just cut the straps out of the leather you but and it will match the quiver perfectly.

Hey John, if you find the pattern send me some dimensions and I'll cut you a section off of some Elk or Buff that I have.
Fred

Ming, you've got nothing to apologize for on that quiver. You did a great job.
I'm not surprised others are asking you to sell them.

Guy

I have heard that 8 or 9 0z. Leather will fit the Bill for a Quiver. Its tough enough to Last Forever, and it will Loosen Up to Relax against your Arrows. Just my 2 cents.  

The weight of the leather you need for a backquiver depends on how the leather was tanned.
I like the quiver to have enough body to stand up by itself, but still collapse on the arrows without a break in period.  

The really soft leathers would need to be in the 10oz range (or lined with something), while leathers with a real firm temper only really need to be in the 5oz range.  sending you a PM...

i've never had good luck getting 'good' leather consistently from tandy.  there are other, far better sources.  i get my leather mostly from ...

www.hidehouse.com
www.siegelofca.com
www.brettunsvillage.com/leather  

as far as leather thickness, lots will depend on the type of quiver in question.  a back quiver can be made with floppy 6oz or heavy 10oz - both quivers will work well, but differently.

pm me if ya need more help.

Thanks for the Links Rob!!

Guys, Thank you so much for your help on this project. The info and the links are great. With all the help I think even I could make a quiver. Thanks again John

Nice job Ming! I really like the belt buckle

Just another quick question: once a quiver is made from leather what do you use to "condition" the leather to help break it in so to speak? I am looking for a quiver to wear while 3D shooting. Thanks.

I made mine from cowhide and jackal fur. I do a lot of still hunting (walk and stalk) and needed to ensure its quiet.
I've died the leather since this pic was taken. The pockets on the back is for extra zwikeys

My hint? Start by making one out of newspaper, once you are happy with its dimensions, take it apart and use the newspaper as your pattern.