Thanks for taking the time to better explain the separate “loop” section of twine and withe the blow stick you could actually observe that most important step. Super useful… appreciate all you do to help us improve! 😊👍
The knot you seek at 7:20 is a bowline. Easy to tie, doesn't slip under use, and unties easily even after the knot has been under extreme load. You could also use a clove hitch to tie the sinew to the rod - there's a method for tying them when you have access to the open end of a rod and for this application, it's perfect th-cam.com/video/Gs9WyrzNjJs/w-d-xo.html
Clever idea about filling up the stocks when seasoning; I hadn’t thought about that before. With a zipper you could even go so far as to put corks in the bottom of your stocks and just unplug them when it’s all said and done
I’m slowly growing the courage to try this thanks to your videos. Does the knot for the tie through loop get pulled through at the end, or is it just the loop that gets pulled through with the string end? I couldn’t tell watching it but in my head, it seems a knot would be hard to pull through. Thanks for the video series!!! I’m slowly getting hopeful I can do this!
Thanks for the interesting video! I have a little question about cleaning the outside of the stocks. How do I clean the bottom part of the stock, the part that is in the bag? There are some remnants of seanoning my bag. I am not sure about using which materials for it. Thanks in advance!
What did is the name of the "string" you use it looks like hemp and where can i buy it for a normal price. Part of my old string broke but not fully. If anyone can help me i would appreciate it alot
Hi Matt, yes there's a lot of good tricks but avoid to wet half of the bag as you do, you only need to wet the cut hole diameter with a finger several times and it's enough.
I agree and have since changed my method. So I am in the process of editing that section out of this video (though it may take a day or three for the edit to apply). Thank you for the comment!
I have to say at probably the most important part of the video, 14:12, the detail of turning into a slip knot is glossed over and sort of rendering the video useless. Very informative but if this detail was filled out. This video would be a great lesson.
@@MattWillisBagpiper Spotted that later on!! Interesting vids. Have a synthetic bag with grommets and a dive zip but I remember at school all the pipers (was a drummer then) mucking around with tying and hemp and sealing the bag with lots of gloopy concoctions…. Looked gross, glad we’ve come on a bit but interesting that people stick with leather bags still. A tonal benefit? Or just feel/weight?
Thanks for taking the time to better explain the separate “loop” section of twine and withe the blow stick you could actually observe that most important step. Super useful… appreciate all you do to help us improve! 😊👍
Glad it was helpful!
Great video thanks Matt! Used it to tie in my first hide bag and it worked like a treat the first time. Appreciate the time you put in to your videos.
That's great to hear! Glad you found it useful and it all worked out!
The knot you seek at 7:20 is a bowline. Easy to tie, doesn't slip under use, and unties easily even after the knot has been under extreme load. You could also use a clove hitch to tie the sinew to the rod - there's a method for tying them when you have access to the open end of a rod and for this application, it's perfect th-cam.com/video/Gs9WyrzNjJs/w-d-xo.html
Thanks, my friend!!
GREAT JOB MATT , THANKS for posting , much appreciated 👍
Glad it helped!
The bag matches your chair nicely!
Great video Matt!I need to replace my blow stock with a split stock unit. You took out a lot of the mystery of the mechanics involved.
Glad you found the video helpful!
Clever idea about filling up the stocks when seasoning; I hadn’t thought about that before. With a zipper you could even go so far as to put corks in the bottom of your stocks and just unplug them when it’s all said and done
I have done that (corks inside). Definitely makes seasoning easier, if you have a zipper.
I’m slowly growing the courage to try this thanks to your videos.
Does the knot for the tie through loop get pulled through at the end, or is it just the loop that gets pulled through with the string end? I couldn’t tell watching it but in my head, it seems a knot would be hard to pull through.
Thanks for the video series!!! I’m slowly getting hopeful I can do this!
The unknotted end is pulled through at the end. Glad you're enjoying the videos!
Excellent like the humour too. 👌
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for the interesting video! I have a little question about cleaning the outside of the stocks. How do I clean the bottom part of the stock, the part that is in the bag? There are some remnants of seanoning my bag. I am not sure about using which materials for it. Thanks in advance!
I tend to a rag dampened with hot water, a few toothpicks, and a bunch of business cards to scrape with...
Hi Matt....would you use Sticky Tack on the drones if you're using a zippered hide bag without grommets
I don't feel the need to sticky tack anywhere but the chanter stock due to the presence of the welt.
Matt, does the use of hide bag actually impact the sound in your opinion?
I feel it’s easier to maintain steady bag control on a hide bag, leading to a more stable tone.
What did is the name of the "string" you use it looks like hemp and where can i buy it for a normal price. Part of my old string broke but not fully. If anyone can help me i would appreciate it alot
The tie in cord I use? These days it's this: th-cam.com/video/2bMuAst48Qw/w-d-xo.html
At 11:59 .. out of nowhere, looks like there's some sort of tying cord (black?) that appeared? Where did that come from?
oh ... you know what ... I think it's an illusion of sorts. Is there some kind of writing or something that's going around the stock?
Yup ... there is. Sorry ... disregard!!!
You figured it out! These Peter Henderson bass stocks have silver writing on the bottom.
Hi Matt, yes there's a lot of good tricks but avoid to wet half of the bag as you do, you only need to wet the cut hole diameter with a finger several times and it's enough.
I agree and have since changed my method. So I am in the process of editing that section out of this video (though it may take a day or three for the edit to apply). Thank you for the comment!
Did you purchase the bag through an online store? I looked for the bag maker and only found a Facebook page.
I got it from Jon MacKillop himself. Not sure if he's still making bags, but you're welcome to message him on Facebook through his page.
I have to say at probably the most important part of the video, 14:12, the detail of turning into a slip knot is glossed over and sort of rendering the video useless. Very informative but if this detail was filled out. This video would be a great lesson.
That loop’s begging for a bowline knot.
Yep. The knot I use now. Funny as I was using bowline knots elsewhere in this very tie in. 👍
@@MattWillisBagpiper Spotted that later on!! Interesting vids. Have a synthetic bag with grommets and a dive zip but I remember at school all the pipers (was a drummer then) mucking around with tying and hemp and sealing the bag with lots of gloopy concoctions…. Looked gross, glad we’ve come on a bit but interesting that people stick with leather bags still. A tonal benefit? Or just feel/weight?
For me, it’s both feel and moisture control. As for tone, many folks can better control hide, and that steadiness comes across as better tone…
@@MattWillisBagpiper Interesting. Thank you. Those subtleties probably a bit beyond my noob abilities for the time being.
Maybe I don't suggest to wet the bags. Is not good for sheepskin. Maybe matt.. That what I think only.
Hello! What issues have you had wetting the bags? I do try to wet only the area around the tie in hole and not the hole skin...
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