HarpNinja
1080 posts
Feb 04, 2011
11:42 AM
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I am a harp case junkie and saw they had a black leather case that holds 12 harps (www.buckeyeleather.com).
I could live with 7, but 12 is cool. In fact, the Cumberland (?) case Chris Michalek had was super sweet. I have too many cases to begin with, but nothing leather like that, and I know there was a thread about cases like this a while back.
Anyone try these guys out?
Hohner showed a case at NAMM similar in style, but not the high quality leather. I have one...http://www.elderly.com/accessories/items/7PHC.htm. I use the Hohner one with my "blues" band that only requires five harps.
I use the Hohner briefcase for my rock gigs, although I only really need 7 keys.
Mike
Quicksilver Custom Harmonicas
Updated 2/1/11
Last Edited by on Feb 04, 2011 11:45 AM
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Aussiesucker
738 posts
Feb 05, 2011
8:45 PM
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I have some of the Buckeye products and they are excellent. I have a number of their single harp holsters plus a 4 harp wallet. They are beautifully made and are a quality leather product. The holsters are great to protect the harps from getting lint etc whilst in a pocket & the 4 harp wallet is really classy looking. I chose all in the brown colour.
I would consider buying more but am held back from ordering as I understand they are one and the same company as Harp Depot which have come under fire for lousy service! Although 3 years ago my experiences and dealings with them were good. Also my newer harps ie Crossovers, Manjis & Seydel 1847 have no back supports to the covers & would risk being squashed in holsters or a harp wallet. But, I have had Bluesmasters & Promasters in them for a few years and they are fine.
Highly recommend but with the above precautions.
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Aussiesucker
739 posts
Feb 05, 2011
8:59 PM
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I just had a look on the net at the 12 slot Buckeye wallet and it certainly looks classy. My concern would be that it would be quite large. My 4 harp wallet is 7 1/2 inches X 5 inches & ca 1 inch thick. A 12 Harp Wallet would be 50% longer and a lot thicker plus they fold in on each other adding to a higher risk of crushing the harp covers. Just my thoughts. But the Buckeye leather is good.
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Miles Dewar
699 posts
Feb 06, 2011
7:33 AM
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the tan ones seem to fit golden melodies perfectly.
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HarpNinja
1083 posts
Feb 06, 2011
7:49 AM
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I like the shape and design of the Hohner and loaded it up this weekend. 7 harps is plenty for a case like these. The Hohner doesn't have the leather quality, but the cover off protrction and is closes with magnets. That being said, I had to use it upside down so the harp keys are on the end sticking out!
One day I might do the 7 in black from Buckeye. Four isnt enough.
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Mike
Quicksilver Custom Harmonicas
Updated 2/1/11
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Greg Heumann
1037 posts
Feb 06, 2011
8:19 AM
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I don't know the one you're speaking of but here's another thumbs-up for Jeff Spoor of Cumberland Cases - great guy. He used to be a pro saddle maker, which is how he has the skills. His quality is top notch.
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/Greg
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MP
1378 posts
Feb 06, 2011
8:50 AM
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i've kept my gig harps in 2 six slot leather cases a shoe repair shop made for me 28? years ago.
love leather, and it helps polish my harps a little and lets them breathe a bit.
i've thought about getting a 14 slot from cumberland but never got around to it.
i saw one of those 7 pouch hohner cases the other day. i don't think they look bad. they look cheap in the elderly instruments ad. much nicer up close. the guy with the hohner case is going to get me two of them (gets a deal from hohner)
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MP
doctor of semiotics and reed replacement.
"making the world a better place, one harmonica at a time"
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AirMojo
100 posts
Feb 06, 2011
10:46 AM
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Jeff (Cumberland harp cases) is not doing business at this time... personal issues mainly, I think he recovered from the shop lightening strike.
I hope he starts back up... His Cordura belt cases are great (I have one that holds six diatonics, and another that holds seven). I also own a few of his custom mics which are also awesome.
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robdee
53 posts
Feb 06, 2011
10:59 AM
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Anybody know where to order these Hohner cases in Canada or reliable shipper to Canada?
Thanks
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MP
1383 posts
Feb 06, 2011
7:08 PM
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robdee,
elderly instruments is the only US dealer i've seen with the new 7 pouch leather hohner case. 29.99 US.
they ship to canada and all over.
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MP
doctor of semiotics and reed replacement.
"making the world a better place, one harmonica at a time"
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HarpNinja
1084 posts
Feb 06, 2011
7:22 PM
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The Hohner one feels like a wallet, imo. I like it the more I use it. The only possible issue is the stitching and how that holds. It is sturdy, but not as sturdy as the others mentioned. I mean it could never be an issue, but id imagine it to be the case.
Classy looking, but the logog should be in the opposite spot.
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Mike
Quicksilver Custom Harmonicas
Updated 2/1/11
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MP
1384 posts
Feb 06, 2011
9:18 PM
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rockinronsmusic4less has them at $27 w/ free shipping.
dunno about free shipping to canada, but i'm sure he'd ship there.
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MP
doctor of semiotics and reed replacement.
"making the world a better place, one harmonica at a time"
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robdee
54 posts
Feb 07, 2011
9:16 AM
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@MP Thanks!! for the tip on Rockin Ron's as a supplier. I have a case from Cumberland that holds 7 GM's but these Hohner cases look like a great deal for the price and I need something for the MB's I am now playing.
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MP
1385 posts
Feb 07, 2011
9:28 AM
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robdee,
no problem. ron's the man. cheers!
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MP
doctor of semiotics and reed replacement.
"making the world a better place, one harmonica at a time"
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harmonicanick
1083 posts
Feb 07, 2011
10:03 AM
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I am the very proud owner of a 14 harp cumberland black leather funky case for GM's and its the best!
I hope he starts up again
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schaef6o
62 posts
Feb 07, 2011
12:05 PM
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has anyone tried the 20 harp case from seydel?
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eharp
1145 posts
Feb 07, 2011
12:29 PM
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i have a seydel case.
it aint bad.
it can hold a stick mic plus 20 harps; probably a bit more paraphernalia.
i also own a cumberland 7 harp case.
it is easier to pull harps out of the cumberland. from what i have seen of his larger cases, i think it would be easier to get the harps out of those, too.
the problem with the seydel, imo, is the lips of the case. it hinders grabbing the harps. this is for the 7 on the top and bottom of the case. the 6 that make the middle section home, they are easier to get to, though the flap tends to get in the way.
the velcro sleeve for the stick mic is useless without some additional velcro.
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BigBlindRay
91 posts
Feb 14, 2011
4:22 PM
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Hey MBHers.
Another big thumbs up for Jeffrey Spoor. I just recieved a case from him and it is gorgeous.
Here are some pics:
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Big Blind Ray's YouTube Channel
Mavis and her China Pigs
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MP
1422 posts
Feb 14, 2011
7:28 PM
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awesome Ray! i have two similar without the flap.
at least my 2 new hohner cases will look better than the shaving kit i keep 2 six hole leather cases in. someone thought it was a big fannypack or a murse.
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MP
doctor of semiotics and reed replacement.
"making the world a better place, one harmonica at a time"
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MP
1423 posts
Feb 14, 2011
7:33 PM
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eharp,
i just saw a seydel case with all the flaps cut out of it. the owners complaint was the same as yours.
works good and the don't fall out when it's upside down. providing the case is closed.
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MP
doctor of semiotics and reed replacement.
"making the world a better place, one harmonica at a time"
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