Custom Orders

I welcome custom orders: moccasins, gun cases, knife sheaths, holsters, etc. I like to discuss the project thoroughly with the customer before starting. We will talk about design details, type and color of leather, etc. In all my work I strive for perfection, settle for nothing less than excellence. If I don't feel I'm equipped to provide you with a superior product, I'll refer you to another artist.

Let me help you create your own custom designed and crafted leather project. You can choose from various weights and colors of a variety of leathers: brain tan or commercially tanned deerskin, elkskin, buffalo, cowhide, sheepskin, etc. Prices will vary according to design, amount and type of leather, and labor involved. 

The following are some of the custom projects I've created for customers just like you. Contact me to start the process and if you don't see what you are looking for, simply contact me with your request and we will design and create your one-of-a-kind special project. 

Buckskin Bullet Bag, Possibles Bag, and Rifle Case

​Matthew needed a buckskin bullet bag, possibles bag, and rifle case for his .50 cal. Kentucky rifle.   

From Matthew: Just recieved my new Buckskin rifle case, ball bag and possible bag in the mail. I could not get over how great the quality of work was. AAAAAA++++++ I will be using Buckskin Jim again in the future!!!!!!!!!

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Henry Big Boy Gun Case along with Ammo Wallet

Duane, in Colorado, ordered a buckskin case and an ammo wallet of buffalo leather for his Henry Big Boy 44 magnum rifle. Scroll down to see Duane's comments and a picture of his case with his rifle. 

OMG,
Just got my order. Wow!! Love it. You really need to advertise the ammo wallet. So cool. The Buffalo is awesome. Gun case is also great. I will have to think if I need other stuff.

Thank you so much,
Duane

Duane loved his buffalo hide ammo wallet so much he ordered a matching gun case.

"Wow Love it. You are a really great talent.”
Thank you,
Duane

Custom Backpack with Proprietary Brand

Crazy Horse Cowhide Leather backpack with three outside pockets, interior section for laptop, detachable straps on the bottom for jackets, buckle strap closures.  12”x17”x7”        

​Proprietary Brand on the front, “Made in Montana by Buckskin Jim” brand on the back strap.

Testimonial:
​Jim, I’m sure you realize, but if you don’t… you have a gift. An incredible and wonderful gift! These backpacks are EXACTLY what I was hoping for and will be EXACTLY perfect. I could not be more pleased and I can’t wait to put mine to good use. It’s going to get a lot of it. I will carry this pack with me everywhere and carry it with pride. With every use, I know it will build more and more character. And when everyone asks me, and they will, where I got it, I’ll gladly be sharing with them a view of your brand… Made in Montana by Buckskin Jim. 

Seriously, these are wonderful!
K.G. in South Dakota

Montana Possibles Bag #8004

​I  call this my A. J. Miller bag. I got the design from the  work of artist A. J. Miller, who documented the 1837 Rocky Mountain Trappers’ Rendezvous.  You may want to check him out:  he’s the go-to source for 1830s - 1840s authenticity.
 
The old-timers would have made this bag with nothing but a short knife, an awl, and a piece of good leather. The lace is cut from the same hide as the bag. The leather is treated with waxes, oils, and dyes so that the color lightens where it is stretched or bent. Marks and minor scratches can be rubbed out with your hand. This is called a “pull-up” finish and is considered a sign of high quality, especially for rugged outdoor use.

I have personally carried a bag like this for years and find it has plenty of room for all my “possibles” without being cumbersome.  The strap being attached to the back of the bag keeps it hanging close to the body with minimal “swing”  The front pocket and extra strings make it easy to organize your “possibles” for fast and easy loading.
 
I make them to order, one at a time, and initial and date each one.  9”x7”x 1 1/2”.  No two exactly alike!

​Customer Review:
Jim, I was able to field test your bag a few days ago! What a great shooting bag! Never once did it feel bothersome, swing around in my way or worse, flop around at my side while hiking through the rocky stuff. I look forward to hunting season!   Jonathan Koziol, Frontier Muzzleloading

 A.J. Miller Gage d'Mor Tobacco Pouch #1602

The Gage d'Mor was a small buckskin pouch worn around the neck by early trappers and mountain men. It held a small pipe and an inner pouch of tobacco or kinnikinnic, an Indian blend of tobacco, bark and herbs. Historically accurate clay pipe.  ​$54.00

A.J. Miller Montana Gun Case

A. J. Miller’s depictions of gun cases show very simple buckskin sleeves without decoration or even a closing flap over the stock. There is usually long fringe at the muzzle. Standing on this fringe will allow you to quickly pull the gun from the case.

My A. J. Miller gun case is made to this same simple design. You send me a tracing of your gun and I’ll make a case to fit. If you wish, we can add extra fringe or a closing flap.

A.J. Miller "Center Seam" or "Pucker Toe" Moccasins

• Smoke color buckskin with red cloth covered vamp
• Hand sewn​

Cartridge loops and cheek pad and a leather wrap on the lever

A Rifle Case for Rick

Rick needed a case for his 45-70 Lever Action Guide Gun. He and I worked together to design this Buffalo Hide and Elkskin case with all the features he wants: buckle closure, sling, and ammo pocket.

Rifle case for an 1893 Marlin

Buckskin Jim's latest custom order: A Rifle Case for Mike

Mike has a nice 1893 Marlin in .32 Win.Sp. that he intends to take on a horseback hunt this fall.

I made this custom buckskin case to fit the rifle and its vintage sling.

Moccasins for John - Elkskin

"Two Piece" or "Assiniboine" Moccasins

I recently made a pair of hunting moccasins for John, who wants to move quietly through the woods this hunting season. Good luck this fall, John . . . .hope you get your elk!

Here is how I did it:

Step 1: Stretching a commercially tanned elkskin by wetting it, then tacking it up to dry. Stretching is not absolutely necessary, but it helps stabilize the leather and results in a superior quality moccasin.

Step 2: While the elkskin is drying, I cut a pattern based on tracing and measurements of John's foot.

Step 3: I cut pieces for the elkskin uppers, using the thickest part of the hide around the foot and thinner, more supple parts for the tongue and boot top.

Step 4: I cut the right and left soles from buffalo hide.






Step 5: The moccasins are sewn, wrong-side-out and then turned.

Step 6: The hand-cut laces are added and, after a final quality check, the moccasins are branded "Made in Montana by Buckskin Jim."