Hey folks, I’ve been working a lot with leather gear and noticed that archery quivers, especially the traditional leather ones, need very similar care to other handmade equipment (conditioning, avoiding direct sun/heat, proper storage, etc.). Got me curious: Do you prefer back quivers, side quivers, or belt-mounted styles? How do you care for your leather quivers so they last in different weather conditions? Have you found certain designs better for hunting vs. practice? I’d love to hear your experiences. I’m always interested in how people combine tradition with practical use in the field.

I hunted with a recurve for 35 years. I used a buckskin back quiver for field arrows when practicing. I made it myself using a shirt sleeve for a template. I used a bow quiver for hunting. It was easier to manage with sharp broadheads and was less hassle when climbing into a tree.

The type of bow dictates the quiver
I prefer a belt mounted or waist-high access to my arrows when using a recurve
If traversing a great distance a back mounted quiver might be recommended
I'd love to see some of your work as I fashion mostly wood for my firearms