After a bit of head scratching, a bit of cutting and sewing, over 7,000 miles travelled by our prototype holster, some rigorous field testing by a very gracious and insightful Rapscallion Vermillion, and a bit more trimming............................
We have come up with, what we feel, will be a very handy holster, made to our "built-like-a-tank" standards, to fit most any hen box size. It has a 3-position retention strap that secures on a brass post. Four strips of lamb's wool snugs and protects the call on the inside. The loop is made to fit belts to 1 3/4". And each holster is tastefully imprinted with our signature strutting gobbler.
What has come to light in the months following the debut of this holster is that some customers are getting back to me commenting on how good the fit is for their Watkins fiddleboxes and Eddleman Stribling calls as well. Without any alteration, one fellow described the fiddlebox fit as somewhere "Between good and great. It's a great added bonus and I will be using it to hunt with mine for sure !!"
The front:
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/977/42068802501_bf1d213e05_b.jpg)
The back:
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/832/42068815821_cf02c55db5_b.jpg)
Inside:
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/946/41168744615_c95db2d153_b.jpg)
The closure:
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/963/28196166218_dc8d99da2b_b.jpg)
A Hudson box in the prototype holster. (Photo courtesy of Rapscallion Vermillion) :
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/826/42035706062_d9c0a64835_z.jpg)
A Fulkerson box in the prototype holster. (Photo courtesy of Rapscallion Vermillion) :
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/828/41180710685_ca0fb4407b_z.jpg)
A Watkins fiddlebox in the holster: (Photo courtesy of Pooh4459)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4886/45754737061_1f13f7ba49_b.jpg)
And the fiddlebox again: (Photo courtesy of Pooh4459)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1924/31882915848_a9bddd035a_z.jpg)
We are happy to be able to offer these holsters on this site at the same price point as our short box and paddle caller holsters.
$45 TYD
PayPal is preferred. But I have done postal money order and probably could again.
Thanks for looking !!!
Hey Yoder, here are some pics showing the fit on the prototype with your final trimming on the strap:
Richard Hudson Hen Box
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180513/2314f81518c388c2973a85d32f8e236d.jpg)
Matt Fulkerson Hen Box
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180513/0a7983f76ee9abc31a11a162b803617a.jpg)
well done
Very nice!!
I'll take one. Sent you a PM for your PayPal info.
I need two. PM sent.
Quote from: Yoder409 on May 13, 2018, 10:42:00 AM
After a bit of head scratching, a bit cutting and sewing, over 7,000 miles travelled by our prototype holster, some rigorous field testing by a very gracious and insightful Rapscallion Vermillion, and a bit more trimming............................
We have come up with, what we feel, will be a very handy holster, made to our "built-like-a-tank" standards, to fit most any hen box size. It has a 3-position retention strap that secures on a brass post. Four strips of lamb's wool snugs and protects the call on the inside. The loop is made to fit belts to 1 3/4". And each holster is tastefully imprinted with our signature strutting gobbler.
The front:
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/977/42068802501_bf1d213e05_b.jpg)
The back:
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/832/42068815821_cf02c55db5_b.jpg)
Inside:
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/946/41168744615_c95db2d153_b.jpg)
The closure:
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/963/28196166218_dc8d99da2b_b.jpg)
A Hudson box in the prototype holster. (Photo courtesy of Rapscallion Vermillion) :
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/826/42035706062_d9c0a64835_z.jpg)
A Fulkerson box in the prototype holster. (Photo courtesy of Rapscallion Vermillion) :
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/828/41180710685_ca0fb4407b_z.jpg)
We are happy to be able to offer these holsters on this site at the same price point as our short box and paddle caller holsters.
$45 TYD
PayPal is preferred. But I have done postal money order and probably could again.
Thanks for looking !!!
P.M. sent
All PMs answered.
Thank you !!
Pm sent.
Received mine today and I am extremely pleased with the craftsmanship and fit of my hen box in this holster. Keeps the call secure, protected and quiet. Highly recommend this holster for anyone who has has the style of henboxes they were designed for.
This holster is well built and really secures the box. I am super confident when I do take my hen boxes they will be protected. No play once in holster and I find the leather is just firm enough to protect from dings. Great job! Awesome all around piece of equipment!
Thank you for all the kind words, fellers !!! The reviews have been very positive.
We have currently sold out our first run.
A second run is in the works. I'm hoping two weeks or less. If you are wanting one, go ahead and PM me as the list for the upcoming batch has begun.
Thanks to all for the incredibly positive response !!!
Quick question, I would like to pick one up by next season but just noticed the wool being used and was wondering if something else could be used instead as I am allergic to wool? Thank you for your time.
I am fairly certain there would be a (suitable ?) synthetic substitute. We use the wool for it's iron-like durability. But if a guy can't use it, that does him little good. I am going to be seeing my partner in a few hours. He's the expert on that end of it. I'll see what he may have up his sleeve to accommodate your need when you are ready to order.
Thank you for your interest !!!
Quote from: Yoder409 on May 28, 2018, 08:14:34 AM
I am fairly certain there would be a (suitable ?) synthetic substitute. We use the wool for it's iron-like durability. But if a guy can't use it, that does him little good. I am going to be seeing my partner in a few hours. He's the expert on that end of it. I'll see what he may have up his sleeve to accommodate your need when you are ready to order.
Thank you for your interest !!!
Thank you. No hurry on getting it, I will not be able to get it until around November anyway, I just wanted to know for sure. Thanks again.
Quote from: Sir-diealot on May 28, 2018, 08:55:25 AM
Quote from: Yoder409 on May 28, 2018, 08:14:34 AM
I am fairly certain there would be a (suitable ?) synthetic substitute. We use the wool for it's iron-like durability. But if a guy can't use it, that does him little good. I am going to be seeing my partner in a few hours. He's the expert on that end of it. I'll see what he may have up his sleeve to accommodate your need when you are ready to order.
Thank you for your interest !!!
Thank you. No hurry on getting it, I will not be able to get it until around November anyway, I just wanted to know for sure. Thanks again.
Sir D..........
We gotcha covered when you're ready !! There's a synthetic we can use to pretty much the same result.
I picked up the second run of these holsters this afternoon. So to those of you who were patiently waiting........thank you !!! To those who are still wanting one but haven't spoken up yet..........no hurry.........but don't wait too long. :D
Quote from: Yoder409 on May 28, 2018, 09:30:28 PM
Quote from: Sir-diealot on May 28, 2018, 08:55:25 AM
Quote from: Yoder409 on May 28, 2018, 08:14:34 AM
I am fairly certain there would be a (suitable ?) synthetic substitute. We use the wool for it's iron-like durability. But if a guy can't use it, that does him little good. I am going to be seeing my partner in a few hours. He's the expert on that end of it. I'll see what he may have up his sleeve to accommodate your need when you are ready to order.
Thank you for your interest !!!
Thank you. No hurry on getting it, I will not be able to get it until around November anyway, I just wanted to know for sure. Thanks again.
Sir D..........
We gotcha covered when you're ready !! There's a synthetic we can use to pretty much the same result.
I picked up the second run of these holsters this afternoon. So to those of you who were patiently waiting........thank you !!! To those who are still wanting one but haven't spoken up yet..........no hurry.........but don't wait too long. :D
Thank you very much for the reply. Can't wait to do business.
Still a few of these left.
Yoder,
I'll take one for my Matt Fulkerson
Turpin Style Hen Box.
Pm me for your Name and address!
I Don't have PayPal but I will send you a certified
United States Postal Service (USPS) Money Order
To you!
How much is the Holster and shipping!
Thank You!!!!
Erie, Pa
PM sent
Kickin this back up.
Hen box holsters are still available, but in short supply.
May do a Christmas run , but not sure yet............
Still only $45 TYD
I got mine in the mail today, very vice thanks Don!
Very nice, sorry
Quote from: 3bailey3 on August 11, 2018, 08:09:35 PM
I got mine in the mail today, very vice thanks Don!
Thanks for the kind words, Dwayne !!!
Glad that you are happy with your new holster.
Unfortunately, the last of my remaining henbox holsters got packed up to ship tonight.
We may do a small run of holsters pre-Christmas like last year........... Not sure yet. My wait til spring. Depends a lot on demand. If you are still wanting a henbox holster, go ahead and PM me. I'll put you on a waiting list for the spring run of holsters. If/when the list gets long enough to do a run of holsters earlier, we will do that.
A HUGE "Thank you !!!" to ALL of our family of customers !!!
Wasn't planning to do another run til November-ish. But enough folks placed orders that we went ahead and filled them. While we were at it we made 3 extra holsters. They are available on a first come, first served basis.
$45 PayPal sends one to your door.
Thanks for looking !!!
Got one for Richard's and one for Matt's available?
Quote from: limhnger on September 24, 2018, 09:56:08 AM
Got one for Richard's and one for Matt's available?
I do, sir. They are the same holster. We designed it as such to work with EITHER the Hudson box OR the Fulkerson box. You'll only need two holsters if you wanna carry both calls at the same time.
Gone again for the moment. Response for the few I had was such that we are doing another run, due in a week or two. Not a large batch. But there will, again, be a few unspoken for as of now. If interested, shoot me a PM and I'll put you on the list to contact when I have the holsters in hand. Thanks for looking !!
We just completed a small batch to ill a couple orders and made a few extra.
Also have some shortbox and paddle caller holsters available, as well.
Thanks !!
Weekend bump.
Still have a couple to a few of each style of holster available.
Still $45 TYD.........your choice.
I just got mine and surprisingly my fiddleboxes fit in it perfectly also. Well worth the money.
Great Holsters!!!
Thanks for the kind words, fellers !!
So glad you are happy with your holsters !!
Quote from: Pooh4459 on October 20, 2018, 07:16:17 PM
I just got mine and surprisingly my fiddleboxes fit in it perfectly also. Well worth the money.
Bumping these back up.
After some conversations with customers and their satisfaction of this holster's fit for the Watkins fiddlebox....... the henbox holster has now been re-branded as the "henbox/fiddlebox holster". I've added a pair of photos of the fit in the original post on page 1.
Thanks !!
Got one of these Hen Box holsters from Yoder. Let me tell you, that thing is PERFECT for Richards' full size hen box! Nice and secure but not so tight that it's hard to get out. Couldn't be better!
If you have a hen box that you want to actually use and not damage out in the field, get one of these holsters. You won't be sorry...
Quote from: sixbird on November 25, 2018, 12:47:45 AM
Got one of these Hen Box holsters from Yoder. Let me tell you, that thing is PERFECT for Richards' full size hen box! Nice and secure but not so tight that it's hard to get out. Couldn't be better!
If you have a hen box that you want to actually use and not damage out in the field, get one of these holsters. You won't be sorry...
Thank you, sir for your kind words of confidence in our holster !!!
Always glad to hear feedback from another happy customer. May your new holster serve you through many sharp spurs and long beards !!!
Safe and good hunting to you !!!
Bumpin' it up for (it ain't comin' fast enough !!) spring.
Just finished a new run of holsters, leaving us in decent supply of all 3 types. Still built tank tough. Still $45 TYD, your choice.
Thanks for looking !!!
Long box:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4314/35920046426_82a009eaa0_b.jpg)
Short box:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4321/35850151621_3819487dc7_b.jpg)
Hen box / fiddle box:
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/977/42068802501_bf1d213e05_b.jpg)
Are any of the henbox/fiddlebox holsters still available? If so, I would like one. Those are two styles I have trouble fitting in some holsters. My mom confiscated the shortbox holster I got from you, and she loves it!
Quote from: VGJ5 on January 27, 2019, 11:08:44 AM
Are any of the henbox/fiddlebox holsters still available? If so, I would like one. Those are two styles I have trouble fitting in some holsters. My mom confiscated the shortbox holster I got from you, and she loves it!
Yes, sir. A new batch of hen box / fiddle box holsters just completed yesterday and ready to ship !!!
Short box holsters, too. Maybe you need one of those, too, for your mom !!! :D
Just an additional update and a couple more pics from a repeat customer................
He said, "...........another nice fit. This one is a John Eddleman Gator Gobbling Stribling. The strap doubles as a silencer in this case."
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4834/31954781957_ab6c54c2cb_b.jpg)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7845/39931181723_f7d47d3fc8_b.jpg)
Bumpin' em up.
We have a decent supply of all models on hand at the moment.
Weekend bump
Do you have one for a hen box?
Yes sir. I have a couple henbox holsters on hand at this moment.
Weekend bump
Still a few left. Thanks !!
I love my hen box holster. QUALITY Thank You !!
Quote from: Turkeyman62 on April 07, 2019, 08:09:25 AM
I love my hen box holster. QUALITY Thank You !!
It's what we strive for. Thank YOU !!
Still one or two shortbox, a few more henbox and a decent supply of longbox holsters lert
Bumping for an update...............
SHORT BOX holsters are sold out for the season. Thanks to all !!!
HEN BOX holsters are down to one or two left.
LONG BOX holsters are in decent supply
FRICTION CALL holsters are in decent supply
Still your choice.......... Any style holster $45 TYD.
A big thank you to all our customers and repeat customers and those who have helped out in other ways along the way !!!
Bumping for another update...............
SHORT BOX holsters ,........ 3 leff
HEN BOX holsters ....... I believe I have 4 or 5.
LONG BOX holsters are about gone........2 left
FRICTION CALL holsters are in decent supply (I'll do these for $35 TYD.....summer sale ????)
Still your choice.......... Any style box call holster $45 TYD.
Not sure why.......but have been moving more holsters in July than I would have expected. Actually had to do a small batch of holsters to meet the orders.
A big thank you to all our customers and repeat customers and those who have helped out in other ways along the way !!!
Quote from: Yoder409 on July 16, 2019, 10:07:58 AM
Bumping for another update...............
SHORT BOX holsters ,........ 3 leff
HEN BOX holsters ....... I believe I have 4 or 5.
LONG BOX holsters are about gone........2 left
FRICTION CALL holsters are in decent supply (I'll do these for $35 TYD.....summer sale ????)
Still your choice.......... Any style box call holster $45 TYD.
Not sure why.......but have been moving more holsters in July than I would have expected. Actually had to do a small batch of holsters to meet the orders.
A big thank you to all our customers and repeat customers and those who have helped out in other ways along the way !!!
Reason Why they are great holsters and the economy is better.. You can tell the economy is a lot better from what people are paying for calls on ebay ...
Great holsters. I love my hen box one :gobble: :gobble:
Quote from: Greg MasseyReason Why they are great holsters and the economy is better..
Well, I guess, thanks to the president for the economy and thank YOU and Turk62 for your votes off confidence in our holsters !!!
Thank you, MUCH !!!!
Bumpin' these up for the fall season.
I believe I have at least a few of everything.
MUCHO thanks to Paboxcall for doing some R&D for me (since I don't have one yet) and confirming that the Watkins fiddle box DOES, indeed, fit in our shortbox holster.
Still your choice................................still $45 TYD. Thanks for looking !!!!
Quote from: Yoder409 on October 13, 2019, 03:05:34 PM
Bumpin' these up for the fall season.
I believe I have at least a few of everything.
MUCHO thanks to Paboxcall for doing some R&D for me (since I don't have one yet) and confirming that the Watkins fiddle box DOES, indeed, fit in our shortbox holster.
Still your choice................................still $45 TYD. Thanks for looking !!!!
:icon_thumright: :icon_thumright:
I would not trust my new fiddle box in anything other than the Yoder short box holster. Said it a bunch, it's tank tuff! And it keeps it quiet when walking, quality all around.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48419501356_8e871ea929_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2gLEAQU)
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Thank you, sir, for.the added pictures !!!!!
Much appreciated !!!
Just kicking this back up.
Currently, we are sold out of short box holsters. Still have a few of each of the others on hand.
Hey bud. I'm wanting one for a Hudson style. You have anything ? Chris
Yes sir. I have a small number of hen box holsters on hand. They accommodate both the larger AND smaller styles.
Shoot me a PM if you'd like one.
Thanks !!!!
Presently sold out of short box AND hen box holsters.
Only one or two friction call holsters left. Fair number of longbox holsters on hand ......for the moment.
We're gearing up to do a couple decent sized runs of EVERYTHING we make, so...........please stand by.
Thank you, OG members for your overwhelming response and support !!!!!!!
Bumping this back up.
If things work out as planned, we should be in ample supply of each of our 4 styles of holster by tomorrow afternoon.
Still $45 TYD, any style.
Thanks !!!
Quote from: Yoder409 on January 20, 2020, 08:55:02 PM
Bumping this back up.
If things work out as planned, we should be in ample supply of each of our 4 styles of holster by tomorrow afternoon.
Still $45 TYD, any style.
Thanks !!!
Kicking these up.
We're well supplied with all varieties at the moment.
The henbox holster I recently got is pure quality. To make it even sweeter I have a strap on my vest that fits it perfectly.
Quote from: Rzrbac on February 05, 2020, 07:41:35 PM
The henbox holster I recently got is pure quality. To make it even sweeter I have a strap on my vest that fits it perfectly.
I second this^^^ Absolute top notch call holster!
Top shelf quality. Super impressed with the longbox and short box holster I received. Don't hesitate brothers, these are WELL worth the price.
Thanks Don!
A huge "THANK YOU", fellers, for your kind words and votes of confidence in our holsters !!! MUCH appreciated !!!
We strive to produce the best tool for the job at a reasonable price point. Always, ALWAYS nice to hear from satisfied customers.
Best of luck this spring !!!
These are built tank tough. I will not trust my box calls in any other holster.
Quote from: paboxcall on February 06, 2020, 09:50:49 PM
These are built tank tough. I will not trust my box calls in any other holster.
Thanks, John Boy (author of our motto "Tank tough") !!!
Appreciate you confidence and kind words !!
Thank you Don, ordered a long box holster, worried 1 size fits all would be loose, sent measurement's to Don, he said "not to worry". Received holster yesterday, wow!! holster fits super snug, awesome job, thanks again, Jeff
Thank YOU, Jeff for your business and for your support !!!!
Best of luck this spring !!!!
Quote from: JeffC on February 13, 2020, 08:22:23 AM
Thank you Don, ordered a long box holster, worried 1 size fits all would be loose, sent measurement's to Don, he said "not to worry". Received holster yesterday, wow!! holster fits super snug, awesome job, thanks again, Jeff
Yes, these are the real deal!
Quote from: packmule on February 20, 2020, 11:05:52 AM
Quote from: JeffC on February 13, 2020, 08:22:23 AM
Thank you Don, ordered a long box holster, worried 1 size fits all would be loose, sent measurement's to Don, he said "not to worry". Received holster yesterday, wow!! holster fits super snug, awesome job, thanks again, Jeff
Yes, these are the real deal!
Thank you for your kind endorsement !!
Just got my longbox holster from Don yesterday. I'm so impressed with this holster. The fit is perfect and there is no doubt it's built tank tough. I would highly recommend this holster for anyone looking.
I received my short box holder on Monday and Don's craftmanship is fantastic. The box fits perfectly inside with no rattling and the sheep skin cradles the call. It will be on my belt, in about a month. Thanks Don!
Do you have the short box holders still available?
Thx
Quote from: gunboy203 on February 29, 2020, 11:10:36 AM
Do you have the short box holders still available?
Thx
Yes, sir, I do.
Currently welll stocked for the spring season and bumping them up.
Bumping these up.
Have some of each still on hand.
Thanks to all who have supported us !!!
Evening bump.
Outstanding product and customer service! I have several these for longboxes and they are top-notch.
Quote from: packmule on April 22, 2020, 03:51:01 PM
Outstanding product and customer service! I have several these for longboxes and they are top-notch.
Thank you for your kind words and continuing support of our products !!!
Bumping this one, too, until I get a moment to just re-do everything into a new post.
Have somewhat of a supply of all styles............
Long box/fiddle paddle $45 TYD
Short box $45 TYD
Hen box $45 TYD
Friction $40 TYD