There are alot of good makers out there, from name brands to custom. if i was going to make a scabbard like that, I would use a premium cut of 4-5oz oil tanned cowhide, and fit it specifically to THAT rifle, so it wouldn't shake around too much. A vertical scabbard needs to be that way, because gravity dosen't hold the gun against the bottom. For an easy draw, one may want to make the scabbard shorter, thus revealing more of the stock, for access. These types are a little more involved to make, some attach to the "D" rings on the saddle rigging, and some use a loop that simply anchors to the saddle horn.
Don't skimp, you get what you pay for. But as I said, i would definately go with oil tanned leather. Two reasons: Some dyes used to color leather isn't good for your rifle's finish, and oil tanned leather is quite impervious to weather, as a hunting scabbard may see lots of.

 

Only saddle scabbard I ever owned I made. Used fake sheep for the liner and ordered the hide from tandy leather. Used posterboard for the pattern. Basically made the scabbard out of paper, fine tuned it how I liked it, then went to the costly stuff.

 

I'm looking for something like this too. I don't know if I want a vertical scabbard, I won't be shooting from my horse. I would like it covered so snow doesn't get in it.
All the leather ones I've looked at so far wouldn't hold a scopeless rifle very secure.

Key

 

Check out this place America's Gun Store, LLC : Triple K Mfg - Western Holsters, Belts, Scabbards, Saddlebags, Black Powder

 

There are good leather ones out there. Relatively inexpensive.With top flap.

 

Skinner sites have a few they make, I just recieved a nylon one built for the guide gun, it appears well built, nice light case, although a bit tight with the GBL, it is snug and made to fit for length, no zippers, will be using it a bunch once bear opens up. I also see on the web site a leather case, no doubt it is well made as well.

 

Hi Keyston, and thanks The rock!
Keyston I live in Longmont, so we're neighbors. The last several years I've used a cordura scabbard with flap from Outfitter's Supply. Vertical because I don't like it under my leg (I use legs to cue my horse and stay off his face). It's worked well and also doesn't poke my horse as much. It is slow draw with a scoped 30-06, and last year's elk season I missed my only chance of the season to take a shot when we met a couple cows cresting a ridgeline.

 

Hi Keyston, and thanks The rock!
Keyston I live in Longmont, so we're neighbors. The last several years I've used a cordura scabbard with flap from Outfitter's Supply. Vertical because I don't like it under my leg (I use legs to cue my horse and stay off his face). It's worked well and also doesn't poke my horse as much. It is slow draw with a scoped 30-06, and last year's elk season I missed my only chance of the season to take a shot when we met a couple cows cresting a ridgeline.

Hi evcam,

Thanks for the tips. I didn't think about it under my leg. I'm new to horses so there is alot for me to still learn about them. I got my horse in September and it's been quite an experience so far. Of course I named him Marlin.

Key

 

I belive skinner sells a scabbard. if its anywhere close to the quality of there sights its a lifer..

 

Hey EvCam I also live in longmont. So howdy neighbor! We need to get together and shoot some big lead.

Steven

 

Skinner has a scabbard-like thing that is for carrying on your back. I don't see a saddle scabbard on their site. Thanks though.

 

Skinner Scabbards, MASH HERE

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Skinner Scabbards, MASH HERE

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Great...one more thing I need to order from Skinner one of these days. Might as well send them my paycheck. :ahhhhh:

 

Have a look at www.jssaddlery.net This guy makes some nice scabbards. If you want one to fit snug, it would almost have to be lined with something soft. I've only built a couple of these, But if I was going to do one, I'd refer to this guy's work.

 

Thanks Navajo, that looks really good. I sure like his chaps and ******- especially the hair on ******. He looks like a class act.

 

I recently made this, just to understand the construction and use a little more. I keep it mounted behind my back seat an move it to the tractor, four wheeler, or horse depending on where I am obviously. There are full flap and wrist flap attachments that can be added to a scabbard for retention purpose. In my eyes it'slike a holster, one with a proper fit will reduce the wear and one made out of good leather will last a lifetime. I made this out of two layers of veg tan, 7/8 and 4/5 with 7/8 oz straps. The lining is why it's fully stitched. I'd imagine you could ask a hundred folks and get a hundred answers so go find a maker that you like and spend the money once.

 

Nice work there Eagle Stroker. That'll be my approach also. I prefer making gear from leather. And, lining is a MUST in my book. Moisture/dirt/grit bedding itself into the suede fibers is begging for blueing rubs to sand down a nice gun. Did you machine stitch it, or saddle stitch it?

 

I also built a few of these to ride horizontaly on my quad. the longest part once you get a patern you like is the hand sewing but all in all it takes me about 2 hours to make it. Thes are obviously for a scoped guide gun but the fitting is quite universal.

 

That's quality work, man.
I'm looking into getting a stitching machine myself. Would you offer any suggestions?
I'd like to get into some larger projects, and right now i limit myself to the smaller things.

 

evcam

A firm I've had great leather from is Old West Reprodutions. Look at his #73 under accessorys, Rick does very good high quality work. I think you'll like it.
Frank



Old West Reproductions®, Inc. - Products

 

It looks like small world day here...I live in Highlands Ranch, CO so include me on a 1895 shooting day! Small world as I also live in West TN not to far from Southhaven, MS.
I have a few items from one of the site sponsers Leverguns. I know he makes scabbards for the the Marlins.
Custom Leather Work Hand crafted by Lever;

I do a little leather work but still stich by hand some day I'll have to get a machine.

We need a COLORADO Marlin owners outing.

 

It looks like small world day here...I live in Highlands Ranch, CO so include me on a 1895 shooting day! Small world as I also live in West TN not to far from Southhaven, MS.
I have a few items from one of the site sponsers Leverguns. I know he makes scabbards for the the Marlins.
Custom Leather Work Hand crafted by Lever;

I do a little leather work but still stich by hand some day I'll have to get a machine.

We need a COLORADO Marlin owners outing.

Right on Ken! Love the idea of a CO Marlin club. Happy to grab a beer or go for a trail ride w fellow 1895 enthusiasts.

 

That's really nice work Eagle Stroker. Wish I had your skill for making leather goods!

 

Hi Scabbard, Welcome to Marlin Owners.

Nice score on the scabbards.

Key

 

Scabbard,
Welcome to the best forum on the internet! Lot's of great info on the Marlins we all love. We need a photo of the break he put on that 1895GS.

Great luck on finding gun leather at a thrift shop. I might have to head to Lyons to check them out, only way Liberal Denver would put one out would be if they thought it was an umbrella holder!

Looks like we need to find a place we can all meet up aand have a Colorado Guide Gun Get Together.

Ken TN now in CO

 

First, my condolences to all of you that live in Colorado. Marxism is alive and well with the Rocky Mountain high.

Here is the leather that I want for my 45 Long Colt:

Leather Rifle Scabbards - Western Rifle Scabbards and Sleeves

 

First, my condolences to all of you that live in Colorado. Marxism is alive and well with the Rocky Mountain high.

Here is the leather that I want for my 45 Long Colt:

Now that is one bad-bootie scabbard. Thanks for sharing. Utah's nice enough, but the lake smells funny and it's too too weird trying to buy a drink there! :biggrin:

 

I should even put mine up.
Im ashamed of it after seeing yalls. Got better pics on the other conputer but glad Im not on it,because then yall would pick on me about it.Heck I cheated and used a old rotted one for a patteren anyway.
Its not lined,I and I stick about four or five different rifles of mine it ..
But heck I aint rode a horse in 20years.
If I could do half as well as EagleStroker Id be doing it for a living.
Id love to have one like his.
I hate my life! Only Skills I have is all these blame women chasing me!
Wish Id never been born.
Its 3:30am and I have to go to work!
Yall city people have all the durn luck.:biggrin:
Nice work guys,Love nice leather.Just goes with firearms to me.
Like fooling with it,but what little I know I just got in there and tried.
And EagleStroker, anyway youd leave me that rifle boot in your will!:biggrin:
Love that cut,looks like itd be a perfect match to ole Jake Spoons pistol rig on lonesome dove.
That cross draw rig with a nickled 1875 remington riding in it was sharp as all get out.
Id been with em,Id of asked for it,after we hung em:biggrin:
Gunrunner,

 

Yipee, I found a 1895CB today! Great price, dies, and 2 boxes of LEVERevolution, a box of reloads and a box of empty brass. Now a Cowboy model needs to have a scabbard to hang on the side of the SASS gun Cart. Lucky day for me. More reason to get the Colorado group together.

Ken

 

If anyone has a vertical scabbard on their saddle please post a picture of it. I would really like to see how it sits on there and how it is mounted.

Thanks,

Key

 

Key,
I will try to get you a photo in the next couple days, but it ain't hard. I just pass the top strap through the gullet and the bottom strap around the off billet. course the top strap takes all the weight.