5 November 2026
How to Choose a Leather Cartridge Bag
A cartridge bag looks simple, yet small details decide whether it gets carried for years or left in the car.
Capacity comes first. A bag of around 100 cartridges suits a driven day, while 50 is plenty for a round of clays or a walked-up morning. Remember the weight: a full bag of 100 cartridges is heavy, so the strap matters as much as the bag.
Next is the opening. A traditional flap keeps rain out and cartridges in. An open mouth is faster at the peg. Many shooters end up owning both.
Finally, look at the construction: the leather, the stitching, the buckles and where the strap joins the body. For retailers, it also pays to stock more than one colour, because shooters often choose a bag to match what they already own.