Royal Inspiration- I've Been Wanting To Make One Like This For A LONG Time!

[artificer]

Thanks chaps! It's been one heck of a project. I spent a literal WEEK studying various images of the two prince's sporrans (and no, not these "Two Princes".. ) while doing the technical drawings. Then, my regular rivet guys would only do nickel silver plated rivets (over steel), and I'd need to order 1000 at a time, so between that and the hinge knobs and finial-pull I went ahead and bought a micro metal lathe to do the work myself.

What more can I add? Absolutely beautiful sporrans both. I am sure these will outlive us all and become heirloom items, which is the highest praise for any item of kit.

It's funny you say that, my (long suffering) wife always jokes that someday my work end up on some version of "Antiques Roadshow" so I should probably keep better records to make things easier for future collectors.

ith:

[Truitt]

Beautiful work, Scott. And I have no doubt some of your sporrans will become treasured collector's items.

[KD Burke]

It's funny you say that, my (long suffering) wife always jokes that someday my work end up on some version of "Antiques Roadshow" so I should probably keep better records to make things easier for future collectors.

ith:

She may have a point, Scott! I don't think I'm reaching to call you the most accomplished sporran maker of our era!

[MNlad]

Stunning. As for Antiques Roadshow, ever notice how often something that looks like it should have stayed in the trash turns out to be the star of the show? Well, if art is in the eye of the beholder, this beholder sees only true artistry coming from your workshop, Scott.

[creagdhubh]

Thanks chaps! It's been one heck of a project. I spent a literal WEEK studying various images of the two prince's sporrans (and no, not these "Two Princes".. ) while doing the technical drawings. Then, my regular rivet guys would only do nickel silver plated rivets (over steel), and I'd need to order 1000 at a time, so between that and the hinge knobs and finial-pull I went ahead and bought a micro metal lathe to do the work myself.



It's funny you say that, my (long suffering) wife always jokes that someday my work end up on some version of "Antiques Roadshow" so I should probably keep better records to make things easier for future collectors.

ith:

I want one!!!

[MacRobert's Reply]

While there are other competent sporran makers, most appear to produce a fairly limited range. I am constantly amazed and impressed by the sheer breadth of your craftsmanship, expertise and perfectionism Scott in refurbishing old sporrans and creating new ones.

The second one is very good, the first is truly great!

Perhaps you should sign them as evidence that they are genuine "Artificer" masterpieces.

[Downunder Kilt]

Perhaps you should sign them as evidence that they are genuine "Artificer" masterpieces.

The one that Artificer made for me is inscribed wih his name, the sporran number and year of manufacture.

[artificer]

While there are other competent sporran makers, most appear to produce a fairly limited range. I am constantly amazed and impressed by the sheer breadth of your craftsmanship, expertise and perfectionism Scott in refurbishing old sporrans and creating new ones.

Thank you so much. I admit that I love little more than sitting down at the drafting table and drawing up a new (for me anyway, since most of the designs are based on 'classic' pieces) set of plans.
I hope to keep pushing and expanding my skill-set as well.

Perhaps you should sign them as evidence that they are genuine "Artificer" masterpieces.

The one that Artificer made for me is inscribed wih his name, the sporran number and year of manufacture.

Indeed I do. The metal cantles are signed numbered and dated- One of my favorite things about restoring old pieces is seeing what might be recorded on the inside of them.
I've seen what appear to be part numbers, instructions for body shape and number of tassels, a few names... It's always fascinating.
My hope is that future sporran makers will get the same charge from the little notes I leave in mine.

ith:

[rlh2]

Wow! Gorgeous work!

[Jack Daw]

Mouthwatering! I'm jealous of the commissioner!