Shepherd Hide Regulator Pipe Bag
The Shepherd Hide Regulator Pipe Bag is a relatively new innovation in pipe bags which combines a synthetic pipe bag with a leather outer.
Whilst being a synthetic pipe bag, it has the feel and comfort of a leather pipe bag.
The Shepherd Hide Regulator Pipe Bag comes complete with a Synthetic Inner Bag with Airtight Zip on the side and a Leather outer cover. It also includes a Water Trap System to fit into the bag, a small tube of Zip Lubricant, 5 pieces of Amalgamating Tape and a piece of Tying-in Cord.
Fitting Instructions
Start by fitting the Water Trap to the Blowpipe Stock. Either press fit the black elbow into the stock or add some hemp until it fits securely. When installed make sure that the 2 holes on the bottle are facing up. The Water Trap works on the simple theory of trapping moisture and condensation in the tube which in turn is soaked up by the blue cloth. The cloth has to be dried out at intervals to ensure that the amount of moisture in the bag is controlled sufficiently.
The Stocks can now be fitted to the bag. Start off by installing the 3 Drone Stocks. Simply push them up through the Stock Holders from the inside of the bag until the bottom of the stock becomes just short of flush with the bottom of the Stock Holder. Then install the Blowpipe Stock in the same way.
The Chanter Stock has to be installed in the traditional tying-in method. Position the chanter stock where it will suit for comfort and then create a noose loop in the tying-in cord. Place the loop over the stock and tie the stock in as tightly as possible ensuring that the tying-in cord is positioning itself into the step groove in the top of the stock. Tie off the cord securely. (If you have never done this before, it is advisable to seek assistance from someone who is familiar with tying-in pipe bags)
Once all the stocks are in place, it is time to apply the Amalgamating Tape to help hold each stock in place and to create a perfect seal between the stock and stock holder. The amalgamating tape comes in short pieces but stretches out incredibly to form a skin like consistency. It sticks to, and also amalgamates with itself to almost form one piece. Peel the backing tape off about 20mm and then use your thumb to hold it in position to start. Apply whilst stretching it out at the same time. Each piece should go around the stock several times. If it snaps just stick it on again and continue. Once you come close to the end of the piece stretch it until it snaps and this will stick to the end.
The Shepherd Hide Regulator Bag is now completely fitted. Test the bag for airtightness before putting the pipes back together.
If the Zip becomes dry, it is necessary to lubricate it using the tube of lubricant supplied. Lightly lubricate the teeth of the whole length of the zip. There are also 2 little indents at the end of the zip where a very small amount of the lubricant should be applied. The zip pull carries the lubricant across the zip itself each time that it is opened and closed. Each time the zip is closed, make sure that it is locked securely in place.
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