Artificer's General "Catalog" thread

**opositive** · 9th May 12, 06:45 PM

the last time i checked, you were the mad scientist around here.

(which is a fantastic, diabolical pic)

**artificer** · 9th May 12, 06:51 PM

Originally Posted by opositive

the last time i checked, you were the mad scientist around here.

(which is a fantastic, diabolical pic)

Well, one does need a hobby to divert one's attention from work. ESPECIALLY when one's work is in the home.
It's so hard to find time for one's self. :chthulhusmiley:

**artificer** · 11th July 12, 06:27 AM

It's been quite a busy spring, so much so that I've not had a lot of time to post.

Here are a few of the things that have come off the bench recently.
Angora Goat soft sporran

Cantle detail

Interior storage

I really like this "soft" style, as you get the benefits of full storage without the hard "plate" of a standard dress sporran, so if it's not packed to the gills it's quite flexible and light to wear.

Skunk with commissioner supplied crest.

detail shot

And finally for now, a classic day sporran in soft brown cowhide in the "Lugosi" pattern. With matching belt and strap.

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**SlackerDrummer** · 13th July 12, 11:19 AM

I have never seen Angora goat hair that was not kinky. Has it been straightened? It looks more like the long-haired Chinese goat hair that I'm seeing these days.

**creagdhubh** · 14th July 12, 09:05 AM

It does appear to be the Chinese goat hair, I agree Kenneth.

**artificer** · 30th September 12, 10:56 AM

Time to update with oodles more stuff-

A Commissioner specified soft-construction bag with a new cantle shape. This one has a new home in Scotland.

A Braided-edge classic day sporran with matching strap and belt. This one is in the UK as well.

With lots of custom sized storage-

A pair of Wolverine fur pieces for one commissioner-
Hammered Leather Cantle and soft bag

The second is a dress piece with a ClanArt pewter cantle-

Lastly, for now, a dress sporran with a ClanArt "Stag & Hounds" cantle and Fallow/Axis Deer fur-

These cantles are positively gorgeous. The detail is fantastic, and if I say so myself, it's hard to get a better subject/fur combo than this

This one went north of the border.

As always, constructive commentary is welcome.

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**Mike_Oettle** · 1st October 12, 09:38 AM

As always, magnificent work, Scott! I am sorely tempted to place an order!
Regards,
Mike

**Grizzly** · 1st October 12, 09:43 AM

Couldn't agree more Mike. Go on you know you want too. Unfortunately I have to wait till next year.

**artificer** · 2nd October 12, 05:02 AM

Thanks guys! It really is a treat to be able to work on so many different styles of sporran.

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**English Bloke** · 17th October 12, 03:50 AM

Not bragging in any way but... Just for interest. This sweet ensemble of loveliness is mine. It's Artificer sporran No. 50 and the build and quality is all I hoped it would be. It's uniqueness appeals and I am a privileged chap to possess it.

Cheers Scot!!

Originally Posted by artificer

A Braided-edge classic day sporran with matching strap and belt. This one is in the UK as well.

With lots of custom sized storage-