Ian Murray Sheepskin Pipe Bag with Swan Neck

Ian Murray Sheepskin Pipe Bag with Swan Neck

These sheepskin bags are handmade in Scotland by Ian Murray. The sheepskin feels substantial and it's easy to see the masterful care with which the bag was made. Sheepskin bags provide excellent natural moisture control for pipers who play regularly. The bags absorb moisture when played and then dries overnight. This natural feature can eliminate the need for any additional moisture control products.  In hot, dry climates where it is desirable for a bag to retain moisture, a hide bag might be a better choice, but in moderate and moist climates, the inherent properties of sheepskin make it an exceptional pipe bag material. To remain airtight, sheepskin bags must be seasoned regularly.

Ian Murray Sheepskin Pipe Bag with Swan Neck:

• Swan neck for comfortable chanter position
• Modern cut that keeps the bag off your forearm
• Longevity of 1-2 years
• Quality bag feel
• Excellent natural moisture control
• Made from select sheep skins
• No holes for custom cut and tie-in
• Hanging loop for seasoning
• Generous extra sheepskin for chanter tie-in
• Precisely hand crafted in Scotland
• Available in 3 sizes:
  • Small 28" x 10"
  • Medium 29" x 10.5"  (Most popular)
  • Large 30" x 12"

Remember that Sheepskin Bags:

• are challenging to tie in and should be marked, cut and tied in by someone with experience
• are not suited to arid climates
• need to be seasoned in order to remain airtight (more often than a hide bag)
• should be used by pipers who play often and regularly
• have a relatively short lifespan