Gannaway Zipper Hide Pipe Bag with Rubber Collars (No tie-in)
With this version of the acclaimed Gannaway pipe bag, you can get the benefits of a hide bag, like moisture control, more balanced feel, and greater control over stops and starts, without having to tie the bag on. Plus, this bag has a zipper access that allows installation of the widening range of moisture control products and drone valves available, as well as easier care and maintenance of the bag. The bag is all hide but has added rubber collars for the blowstick and drone stocks. The bag can be installed completely with hose clamps, although it is sometimes thought best to tie the chanter stock in.
Features of the Gannaway Hide Bag with Zipper & Collars:
- Cowhide leather
- Tanned with special formula that promotes moisture control
- Comfortable shape with swan neck
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Double-glued seams with lifetime guarantee
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Angled airtight T-zip zipper
- Rubber collars for easiest installation
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Includes leather primer, zipper lubricant and instructions
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Available in 4 sizes*: Small, Medium, Extended Medium, and Large
*The standard Medium is slightly small, relative to Medium in other brands. To fit the Ross Canister System comfortably with this bag, select the Extended Medium.
Note: Be careful not to overtighten the clamps, especially on wood stocks.
Gannaway's Care & Maintenance Instructions:
"The best way to test a Gannaway Pipe bag for tightness, is to put rubber stoppers in the stocks and blow it up as tight as possible. Wait for one minute. If it is still tight or takes just a little puff of air, it requires no treatment. In many cases all that is necessary is a quarter of a cup of water poured into the bag to re-activate the dressing that is already there. Tip out any surplus water. Do not over dress Gannaway Pipe bags, it will shorten their life."
"When in dry conditions it is necessary to check the bag every two or three weeks and dress the bag as required. Use our Highlander Dressing or a glycerine-based dressing only. Glycerine attracts moisture and having it inside the bag means it takes the moisture from the air to the wall of the bag where it can be dispensed through the leather. Where pipes are being blown for longish periods in wet conditions, the bag will take up a lot of moisture. In this situation the outside of the bag will become damp."
