Fishing Bags-Redux

Re: Fishing Bags-Redux

feeds@yuku.com (NKFFHarry) — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:28:05 GMT

Hi FF Beginner !

I currently have an "old School" Chest pack I use and I like it a lot. I wear it as a shoulder bag though, I have a barrel chest anyway and I hate to wear a "traditional" chest pack (I look like I have full parachute with a reserve 'chute on too!) besides, I hate to strip a retrieve around all that crap hanging off my chest or waist.
Wearing it like a shoulder bag, I can just sling it around behind me and its out of the way.

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Re: Fishing Bags-Redux

feeds@yuku.com (FF beginner) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 11:33:39 GMT

I've noticed that William Joseph is showing a new bag on their website this year. I believe they call it part of the "old school" series. Since my local shop doesn't have one in yet I was wondering if anyone has seen one yet.

Thanks

Re: Fishing Bags-Redux

feeds@yuku.com (New D28) — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 18:16:28 GMT

Dan-sent you a PM regarding shipping. Let me know

Re: Fishing Bags-Redux

feeds@yuku.com (New D28) — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 08:46:14 GMT

BHAREN-I think a company called British Sporting Arms LImited has some in stock, they are in downstate NY, and you might want to try London trading Company (?) or something similar to that name in Atlanta. they do Barbour coats and related, and may carry Chapman. I have never been there but have seen their ads in magazines.

Re: Fishing Bags-Redux

feeds@yuku.com (Aransas) — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 08:39:36 GMT

bharen wrote:
I've been looking for a replacement for my old LL Bean shoulder bag and WOW, the Chapman bags are nice! Is there a US distributor or do I have to order directly from Merrie Ole England?

Chapman bags are durable, and finely crafted. I ordered mine directly from Chapman. The exchange rate favors the dollar now, so current prices are attractive.

Re: Fishing Bags-Redux

feeds@yuku.com (bharen) — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:21:22 GMT

I've been looking for a replacement for my old LL Bean shoulder bag and WOW, the Chapman bags are nice! Is there a US distributor or do I have to order directly from Merrie Ole England?

Re: Fishing Bags-Redux

feeds@yuku.com (djo) — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 12:42:49 GMT

I got a Filson small field bag used about a decade ago. The strap is 1" wide but the shoulder protector is about 3". My only issue with it is that when climbing banks it will tend to slip around in front of you and since you often have both hands occupied you just have to let it hang there. It is a sufficient inconvenience that in 150 years when it wears out my great great grandson will probably get some other brand.

David

Re: Fishing Bags-Redux

feeds@yuku.com (New D28) — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 09:59:49 GMT

Dan-sent you a PM regarding Chapman bag. Thanks for tip.

Re: Fishing Bags-Redux

feeds@yuku.com (FlymanDan) — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 23:23:20 GMT

I concur with Bulldog and Aransas about the size of the shoulder straps. The wider English offerings are far more comfortable than their thin American counterparts. Love my Chapman to say the least. Bulletproof, stylish, and very practical. I have an extra bag I am looking to get rid of on my profile if interested.

Re: Fishing Bags-Redux

feeds@yuku.com (Aransas) — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 22:57:57 GMT

I used a Filson for a while, but switched to a Chapman for the reasons Bulldog stated. The Filson's a quality bag, but I found the straps uncomfortable for all day use.

Re: Fishing Bags-Redux

feeds@yuku.com (bulldog1935) — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 20:17:59 GMT

I don't like the leather straps on American-style bags.
Much prefer the wide canvas strap on the Brit bags.
You can slide the Brit bag around to the middle of your back and it stays there.

Fishing Bags-Redux

feeds@yuku.com (New D28) — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 19:22:18 GMT

Good evening-did a search earlier today as I am interested in purchasing a fishing/field bag. Historically had a Filson Small Carry On, did not like the zipper or leather and brass straps. Notice the number of Chapman and Brady bags on the board. Curious about those with Filsons-which one are you using? I am leaning toward medium tin cloth field bag to get away from leather and brass fittings, which, although stylish, are loud. The Tin Cloth comes with webbing and plastic buckles which are...