Leather for quivers

[EastTexasRedneck]

What weight leather would be best to make a back quiver? I made one and it works ok but the only piece of leather I had was a little too small and too stiff. I'm going to order some more leather but not sure what would be best. Thanks, Philip

[Bud B.]

http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=111641

6-7oz is my recommendation.

[huntsmanlance]

Yep, right around 8oz is the best for almost all types of quivers, back, hip, tube.....it holds its shape well while also not being too stiff.....especialy for a back quiver.


I ran a thread about a good supplier online and after suggestions found some good deals on.  http://www.brettunsvillage.com/leather/sides.htm

Good luck and have fun! There isnt anything better than a quiver that you made yourself!!!

[dhaverstick]

I love using 8-9 oz moccasin weight buffalo! It's thick enough to take years of punishment but still very soft and pliable; unlike a lot of vegetable-tanned cowhide. I order mine from the Hide House in Napa, CA.

[Rustic]

Originally posted by huntsmanlance:
Yep, right around 8oz is the best for almost all types of quivers, back, hip, tube.....it holds its shape well while also not being too stiff.....especialy for a back quiver.


I ran a thread about a good supplier online and after suggestions found some good deals on.   http://www.brettunsvillage.com/leather/sides.htm  

Good luck and have fun! There isnt anything better than a quiver that you made yourself!!!

I just checked this site out. They have some good prices.

[WJackson11x]

I made one using 6-7 oz.  I think it turned out perfect.  Still a little stiff, but I wanted it that way since it will soften over time.

[EastTexasRedneck]

Thanks for the info. I like the idea of the buffalo hide. I will check into that tonight.