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The Scout Set, Sold to Benefit the Contemporary Longrifle Foundation

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1.000 $ - 2.000 $
Zuschlagspreis:
2.250 $
Auktionsarchiv: Los-Nr. 3

The Scout Set, Sold to Benefit the Contemporary Longrifle Foundation

Schätzpreis
1.000 $ - 2.000 $
Zuschlagspreis:
2.250 $
Beschreibung:

At its core, the Contemporary Longrifle Association is a community of collaborative artists who share an enthusiasm for early American heritage. For this year’s fundraising auction, Shelly Gier organized an effort by a score of CLA artists to produce “The Scout Set”, a truly remarkable collection of practical tools for the modern frontiersman. The Scout Set is built around a superb knapsack crafted by artist Shelly Gier. Gier refined the design of the pack after spending countless hours during backcountry treks. “I researched many different styles of packs,” she explains, and “ended up taking individual features from several styles and morphed them into one.” The finished product is an attractive but utilitarian pack that will make life in the backcountry much easier for the practical outdoorsman. The body of the knapsack is crafted from period-appropriate hemp fabric which is treated with beeswax and deer tallow for water resistance. Leather welts protect the side seams, and there are four rings sewn in the seams on each side. The base of the knapsack is reinforced with oak tanned leather treated with bear oil. Both the top and bottom of the pack sport two tabs for securing additional gear. The pack also boasts two additional pockets: one positioned inside the flap for smaller items, another on the front, which is integrated into the seams. Hand craftsmanship is apparent in the smallest details. The straps for the pack are made from walnut dyed hemp reinforced with oak tanned leather. The webbing is bound on the edges with bark tanned leather as found on original pieces. The buckles on the shoulder straps were hand forged by Jim Hayes, and the small buckles on the flap were hand forged by John Rader. No 18th century scout would dare to venture into the wilderness without a tomahawk. For this set, noted blacksmith Benjamin Hoffman has contributed one of his renowned belt axes. The design is based on an original piece dating from 1770-1812 that was found in Ohio. Hoffman hand-forged the head from 1070 tool steel, and hewed the handle from a hickory blank. Hoffman’s belt axes are honed sharp, and this piece comes complete with a custom sheath hand crafted by Hoffman out of oak tanned cow hide. For a good blade, you’ll do little better than to own the knife in this set created by artist Tony Chase. A member of the American Mountain Men, Chase is more than familiar with the features than render a knife reliable for actual use in the backcountry. This razor-sharp blade was created from 1080 steel and fitted with bone scales, and is ideally sized for an all-purpose knife around camp. The knife is paired with a custom belt sheath by Mike Conkling. Conkling crafted the sheath from horse butt strip, which exhibits a rich vegetable tanned russet color. The sheath’s welted seam was sewn with waxed linen thread, and the entire sheath was given a protective coating of neatsfoot and mink oil. Whether you’re headed to the backcountry for a short hike or an extended trek, it’s a good idea to pack basic fishing gear. Historian and reenactor Matt Wulff contributed a fishing rig based on cod winders common in the 18th century. Wulff’s hand winder was made from hardwoods and entirely assembled with the use of hand tools. The fishing line is period-appropriate hemp, and the hook is a hand forged “spade” type. A simple cork bobber and hardwood peg make it adjustable for depth, and split buckshot serves as a weight. The winder is finished with colonial blue milk paint. For keeping your bearings in rugged country, Joe D Baxter has donated a compass that fits nicely in an 18th century pack. The brass-rimmed compass is nestled in a pine body handcrafted by Baxter. The swiveling lid to the case also displays a simple but appropriate carving: “1776.” When you’re ready to bed down for the night, the scout set includes a warm and hard-wearing blanket by Minnesota weaver Carrie Jessen. “I am drawn to the patterns, colors, and fibers used in our early coloni

Auktionsarchiv: Los-Nr. 3
Auktion:
Datum:
25.11.2020
Auktionshaus:
Cowan's Auctions, Inc.
Este Ave 6270
Cincinnati OH 45232
Vereinigte Staaten von Amerika
info@cowans.com
+1 (0)513 8711670
+1 (0)513 8718670
Beschreibung:

At its core, the Contemporary Longrifle Association is a community of collaborative artists who share an enthusiasm for early American heritage. For this year’s fundraising auction, Shelly Gier organized an effort by a score of CLA artists to produce “The Scout Set”, a truly remarkable collection of practical tools for the modern frontiersman. The Scout Set is built around a superb knapsack crafted by artist Shelly Gier. Gier refined the design of the pack after spending countless hours during backcountry treks. “I researched many different styles of packs,” she explains, and “ended up taking individual features from several styles and morphed them into one.” The finished product is an attractive but utilitarian pack that will make life in the backcountry much easier for the practical outdoorsman. The body of the knapsack is crafted from period-appropriate hemp fabric which is treated with beeswax and deer tallow for water resistance. Leather welts protect the side seams, and there are four rings sewn in the seams on each side. The base of the knapsack is reinforced with oak tanned leather treated with bear oil. Both the top and bottom of the pack sport two tabs for securing additional gear. The pack also boasts two additional pockets: one positioned inside the flap for smaller items, another on the front, which is integrated into the seams. Hand craftsmanship is apparent in the smallest details. The straps for the pack are made from walnut dyed hemp reinforced with oak tanned leather. The webbing is bound on the edges with bark tanned leather as found on original pieces. The buckles on the shoulder straps were hand forged by Jim Hayes, and the small buckles on the flap were hand forged by John Rader. No 18th century scout would dare to venture into the wilderness without a tomahawk. For this set, noted blacksmith Benjamin Hoffman has contributed one of his renowned belt axes. The design is based on an original piece dating from 1770-1812 that was found in Ohio. Hoffman hand-forged the head from 1070 tool steel, and hewed the handle from a hickory blank. Hoffman’s belt axes are honed sharp, and this piece comes complete with a custom sheath hand crafted by Hoffman out of oak tanned cow hide. For a good blade, you’ll do little better than to own the knife in this set created by artist Tony Chase. A member of the American Mountain Men, Chase is more than familiar with the features than render a knife reliable for actual use in the backcountry. This razor-sharp blade was created from 1080 steel and fitted with bone scales, and is ideally sized for an all-purpose knife around camp. The knife is paired with a custom belt sheath by Mike Conkling. Conkling crafted the sheath from horse butt strip, which exhibits a rich vegetable tanned russet color. The sheath’s welted seam was sewn with waxed linen thread, and the entire sheath was given a protective coating of neatsfoot and mink oil. Whether you’re headed to the backcountry for a short hike or an extended trek, it’s a good idea to pack basic fishing gear. Historian and reenactor Matt Wulff contributed a fishing rig based on cod winders common in the 18th century. Wulff’s hand winder was made from hardwoods and entirely assembled with the use of hand tools. The fishing line is period-appropriate hemp, and the hook is a hand forged “spade” type. A simple cork bobber and hardwood peg make it adjustable for depth, and split buckshot serves as a weight. The winder is finished with colonial blue milk paint. For keeping your bearings in rugged country, Joe D Baxter has donated a compass that fits nicely in an 18th century pack. The brass-rimmed compass is nestled in a pine body handcrafted by Baxter. The swiveling lid to the case also displays a simple but appropriate carving: “1776.” When you’re ready to bed down for the night, the scout set includes a warm and hard-wearing blanket by Minnesota weaver Carrie Jessen. “I am drawn to the patterns, colors, and fibers used in our early coloni

Auktionsarchiv: Los-Nr. 3
Auktion:
Datum:
25.11.2020
Auktionshaus:
Cowan's Auctions, Inc.
Este Ave 6270
Cincinnati OH 45232
Vereinigte Staaten von Amerika
info@cowans.com
+1 (0)513 8711670
+1 (0)513 8718670
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