J and S Gier, Artificers

02/08/2025

Life on the road. It doesn’t look comfortable to me, but he is able to nap on Jeff’s lap , so all is good I guess

02/07/2025

01/25/2025

This horn is made from a matched pair of bison cow horns. It won a Judges Choice ribbon at the Kempton Gunmaker’s Fair this past year.

Diameter at the base is approximately 2.25”. The wooden plug joining the 2 horns is made from cherry that was stained with historically correct lye to accentuate the beauty of the wood grain.

Deer antler tips are applied at both ends, and one is functional.

This horn is all one compartment .

Strap attachments are self-made brass rings with clenched wire staples.

$475 + $24 shipping and insurance

01/19/2025

For your consideration is a “farm made family milk cow” horn. Of note are the following:
-BASE is approximately 2 1/2” in diameter, cherry wood, low dome beehive shape, staple strap attachment, hollowed and thinned to make lighter and to hold more
-SPOUT carved octagon to round, additional chip carving
-SCRIMSHAW features the Angel Gabriel, Bible verse Isaiah 41:10, Fraktur vine and flowers. On the reverse is the sun and moon motif with 13 stars (13 colonies)
-colored with period stains and dyes
-total approximate length is 13” on the outside curve with a tight curl

01/17/2025

We don’t post ours “smalls” very often—what we have available changes too much. These are items that have a specific purpose, made from our stash, and sometimes modern .

These include: period currency wallets, modern phone wallets, miscellaneous waxed pouches, flint wallets, balls bags, powder horn straps, mulling irons, whisk& pick sets, bottle tags, flint & tool wallets, and shaving soap blocks.

These are fun to create!

01/11/2025

For your consideration is a waxed foraging bag with a bison flap. It is lined and tinned as well keeping goodies dry and making it easier to clean.

Overall measurements are 9 1/2”x 11”
Note the following:
-leather welt
-interior leather pocket
-bark tan deer trimmed and bottom
- pieced coverlet strap
-iron buckles

It is very rugged!

01/11/2025

Things seem to be completed in waves here. These 2 document boxes will be going to the Alafia ( unless sold prior to leaving). Both are 19x10x10, have runners on the bottom, and sport hand-forged handles and self-fabricated hasps and escutcheon plates that have been japanned.

The red box is trimmed in black that was created with vinegaroon. It is lined with block printed fabric.

The fawn calf hair box has a tremendous amount of punching and reverse punching , and showcases documented “daisy nails”. The interior is lined so that the large print is strategically centered.

01/02/2025

A custom sling going to its new home . Kerry Masarik of Horn and Fiber made the fancy strap

12/19/2024

Simple with natural imperfections. Gotta embrace those qualities that create true characters.

A 2-piece pouch with scuffs, brands, and even a natural hole with a repair . The brass button has the a maker’s mark

The buckle is steel. Measures 8”x 9”

12/19/2024

Lined and treated with beeswax and deer tallow, this forage bag is just the right size for lots of situations. In addition to being water resistant, it is a sturdy piece.

There is an interior pocket on the back, and buckles in both sides for adjusting based on weather conditions.

The flap is made of substantial shrunken bison leather. The strap is 3 pieces of separate coverlets that have been edged and backed with vintage canvas( the same as the body of the bag).It measures 10 1/2” x 11 1/2”

What will you use it for?

12/12/2024

A fun bag with texture and color. Small details that have a large affect.

This is the last of this leather I have. It measures 7”x 7” with a 1 1/2” graduated gusset and welts.

There is an interior pocket as well.

The strap is made by Once Upon A Loom

$325 + $20 shipping and insurance

11/30/2024

Awhile back Jason Gatliff surprised me with an opportunity to be in Muzzleloader Magazine. I was totally surprised. Kyle Willyard was so considerate about speaking with me and getting a story together.

It was recently published in the November/December issue.

Thanks for the recognition. I hope I can live up to it.

11/21/2024

Ladies and Gentlemen, get your cherries ready to bounce! We recently picked up our annual glass order and have begun unboxing, inspecting, and sorting them.

This means that those who pre-ordered the bounce bottles should have been contacted. If not, please let us know or check your SPAM folders.

What? You meant to order one but totally forgot? No worries, we have a few extras to offer, but this is a very limited item.

Also, look for other “treasures” to be shown soon, or check out our webpage as it is constantly updated.

https://www.jandsgier.com

Cheers!

11/16/2024