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'The Gael' Sporran 'The Gael' Sporran 'The Gael' Sporran 'The Gael' Sporran 'The Gael' Sporran 'The Gael' Sporran
'The Gael' Sporran
$475.00

Rugged, but Classic

This sporran is inspired by the hunting style sporrans of olde. While the overall shape and function are rooted in those traditional designs, I've added a few historical details of my own, including the dicing on the front panel, to give it a distinctive character. Deer leather is strong yet supple, making it ideal for a comfortable sporran that is meant to be used regularly.

Built by Hand

Every piece is fully hand stitched with linen thread and finished with hand tied knotwork. I take my time with each sporran, building it to last for years of wear while maintaining the rugged appearance and practicality that inspired the design in the first place. Each sporran is handcrafted from bark tanned deer leather, a material I use throughout my work for its durability, natural beauty, and ability to develop a rich patina over time.

Made to Be Worn

Whether worn with traditional Highland dress or with a more relaxed look, this piece is made with the same attention to detail, quality materials, and durable construction found throughout all of my work.

Details

  • Crafted from bark tanned deer leather

  • Fully hand stitched with linen thread

  • Hand tied knotwork tassels

  • Inspired by traditional hunting style sporrans

  • Historical dicing on the front panel

  • Built for durability, function, and comfort

Colors

I currently offer this sporran in five colors listed at the bottom of this page.

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'The Jacobite' Sporran 'The Jacobite' Sporran
'The Jacobite' Sporran
$349.00

Past to Present

This sporran is a faithful tribute to 18th century Highland dress, made from hand aged, bark tanned deerskin. The same kind of leather used over 280 years ago. It’s strong, water resistant, and made to last a lifetime.

Made for Real Life

Tough enough for daily wear or a hike through the mountains, this sporran is built to handle the elements. The leather ages beautifully and looks even better with use. Every stitch is done by hand using waxed linen thread. The edge of the bag is finished with a whipstitch, just like in original Jacobite era examples.

Authentic Details

  • Rolled edges on the flap and belt loop

  • Diced basket weave pattern woven into the flap

  • Hand tied knots on tassels and buttons

Grounded in Research

This design was created after carefully studying original sporrans, museum pieces, and historical portraits. It’s more than a replica, it’s a wearable piece of history.

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INCLUDES 3 TASSELS AT BASE PRICE

'The Outlaw' Sporran
'The Outlaw' Sporran
$299.00

Inspired by History, Built for the Modern Day

This sporran is a faithful tribute to 18th century Highland dress, made from hand aged, bark tanned deerskin. The same kind of leather used over 280 years ago. It’s strong, water resistant, and made to last a lifetime.

Made for Wearing

Tough enough for daily wear or a hike through the mountains, this sporran is built to handle the elements. The leather ages beautifully and looks even better with use. Every stitch is done by hand using waxed linen thread. The edge is finished with a traditional whipstitch, just like in original Jacobite era examples.

Authentic Details

  • Rolled edges on the flap and belt loop for strength

  • Diced basket weave pattern woven into the flap

  • Hand tied knots on tassels and buttons

Historical reference

The shape of this sporran draws inspiration from a wood carving made in the 18th century, found on a Northern island in Scotland. I’ve added a basket weave pattern along the edge on the sporran as seen in other sporran designs from this period.

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INCLUDES 3 TASSELS AT BASE PRICE

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THE PROOF IS IN THE PRAISE

  • There are not enough words or photo/video space to accurately describe how beautiful this sporran is!!! Breathtakingly STUNNING craftsmanship! This was well worth the cost! I had previously ordered a different one from a different seller and was sorely disappointed. This one… is exactly what I was looking for and then some! Darrin Sturgeon of Sturgeon Leatherworks is a perfectionist and has outdone himself! Effortless communication, fast shipping! I will be highly recommending him to anyone looking for a beautiful bespoke sporran! Soft, buttery leather that smells wonderful! Chef’s kiss!! I am beyond thrilled!

    —Deni

  • "As an 18th century tailor and material culture living historian, I spend a lot of time and effort making sure every detail in the items I am creating are as true to the period as I can make them. So I appreciate when I encounter someone else who has that same passion for detail and historical accuracy! Through countless hours of hard work and research, Darrin has mastered the art of making historically accurate, beautiful, and well-crafted reproduction sporrans. The late 17th/early 18th century hand-sewn vegetable tanned deerskin sporran I purchased from him in April 2024 is spectacularly made. Whether you are a stickler for historic detail like me, or just enjoy wearing a beautiful, hand-made sporran, you won’t go wrong with Sturgeon Leatherworks."

    — Derek

  • “I am fortunate enough to own several of the sporrans made by Darrin. I have found them to be well-built, tough, and exactly what I desired to wear with my belted plaid/great kilt – and they look good, too! I am not a re-enactor nor a historian but I have found them to be just perfect for my use.I have worn them in the snow, the rain, and the open sun in New England, Ireland, and Scotland and from those who have the eye for detail, I often receive compliments.”

    — Seanachán

  • "I have been wearing a Kilt for about 15 years and was recently looking for a Sporran appropriate to the 18th Century. I couldn’t find a style that I liked until a post from Sturgeon Leatherworks appeared in my Facebook feed. I contacted Darrin and commissioned a Jacobite Sporran. Darrin and I discussed options, payment was easy, I was kept informed of progress and delivery was right on time. I own sporrans from Margaret Morrison, the Artificer, M.O.D., and a couple antiques. My sporran from Sturgeon Leatherworks is top quality in materials, styling and workmanship and as good as they get. I am planning my next sporran commission from Sturgeon Leatherworks!"

    — Phil

  • “I purchased “The Jacobite” sporran. The transaction, communication, and shipping were all well done. The construction and appearance of the sporran are absolutely incredible! Sturgeon Leatherworks did an amazing job with reproducing this classic Highland piece. Thank you again!”

    — Seán

  • "Darrin’s work is fantastic and I’m thrilled with the sporran I purchased from him. The quality and craftsmanship of his work is fantastic, and I have no doubt that I will get many years of use out of my sporran. He was also very quick and professional with the purchase and shipping process. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking to purchase a true 18th Century replica or inspired sporran."

    — Adin

  • “I purchased the Jacobite sporran. I am beyond pleased with it. It was finished faster than I expected and it was much less expensive than I expected, but that is not what is most important. It is painstakingly crafted with awesome detail and no defects on any part of it. I can see nothing that would not allow it to be used in a Jacobite living history impression. If you do not do living history it is amazingly beautiful fashion accessory and a very useful small purse. I cannot praise it enough.”

    — Timothy