New larger fold over top bag

[leaky5]

This is the bag mentioned in this thread - http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=144154

It is a fold over top with ITW G Clips for closure, with the addition on a diagonal zip to help access.

Useable size is approx. 40h x 30w x 12d

The front pocket has 2 draw string pockets, one side mesh pocket, some MOLLE/PALS on the other side, a small pocket on the inside of the flap and a large full length pocket on the rear.

There is a strip on loop material down the inside of the rear panel, this will take pouches or as pictured a hydration pocket. There is a hydration tube exit point which comes out in the rear pocket, a D ring and HK clip for additional fixings.

I just need to tidy up a few loose cottons and finalise some strap lengths.

Front of bag




Left side


Right Side


Rear Pocket


Inside pocket


Hydration pocket mounting


Straps

 

[Badger74]

Very very professional.

 

[crosslandkelly]

Very nice. Your work gets better all the time.

 

[Philip Sheldrake]

This looks really top quality work; do you make for sale, or is it just for your own use?

 

[Hunkyfunkster]

Your work is definitely top quality. Loads with features and aesthetically pleasing. Well done

 

[leaky5]

This looks really top quality work; do you make for sale, or is it just for your own use?

Thanks.

Just for me, there are little errors all over it which would not really make them saleable.

 

[Hunkyfunkster]

Get them up for sale. Let the people decide. I think you'd have plenty of custom. Plus, the photos you post show that the quality of your bags is only getting better and better

 

[artschool]

Thanks.

Just for me, there are little errors all over it which would not really make them saleable.

i hope your joking. the bag looks great.

 

[leaky5]

i hope your joking. the bag looks great.

No, not joking. If I was looking to sell this bag, it would need to be in the region of £150-180. If I was buying a bag at that cost I would expect it to be perfect.

Don't get me wrong it is perfectly useable, it just has a few cosmetic errors.

Get them up for sale. Let the people decide. I think you'd have plenty of custom. Plus, the photos you post show that the quality of your bags is only getting better and better

That means going 'maker', not a massive cost but one I would want to be sure about first. I put some bag's on a FB Bushcraft page and only had interest in one of them and at a much reduced price.

 

[leaky5]

I think my errors come from over complicating certain aspects. Maybe moving forward I should think more about that.

1/ The straps could be made without the outer edge binding (still with the central line of webbing). This would save time and money.
2/ I over did the pocket of this one, maybe a full width zip pocket would have been better and I know I can do these.
3/ Use a drop in liner (not so easy on this one becuase of the zip) but it looks much neater.

 

[Polecatsteve]

Very impressive buddy. I really like that. Watching all the skilled tailoring on this forum is pushing me to get a sewing machine and start trying things.

Very professional looking!

 

[Kitharode]

Yep. It's threads like this that inspire lesser mortals (ie, me) to have a go at DIY projects. Very nice work.

 

[SCOMAN]

That's a wonderfully thought out and executed bag. Very well done. The roll top lid is reminiscent of the new Kifaru pack still in design.

 

[leaky5]

This is up in the swapshop if anyone is interested


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[leaky5]

Now for sale in Makers market place http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=144774

 

[OMark]

Wow, love the design. Looks well thought out and built. Curious if the fabric is treated with anything to be water resistant? I assume I could probably spray it down with DWR?