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I'm thinking of getting a high end leather bag for a custom archtop. Cronkhite is the obvious source since Glenn C is basically the father of the concept. On the other hand, Probag (in Texas, not Bolivia) offer better straps and some different options. Anyone have experience with either or both (I'm pretty sure I've read about people here using high quality bags with their archtops)?
Thanks in advance.
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02-08-2016 09:55 PM
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I have a leather bag by Cronkhite for a 335 that is so beautiful!
Not hip to Probag... Might have to check them out being in Texas
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Hi again, Jim,
I've had both; the Cronkhite is definitely sturdier/safer, IMO.
Marc
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I have a couple of Glenn's leathers, really the best out there imo.
once a seam of the front storage pocket opened a little on one [probably because I overstuffed it] and I sent it back to be repaired, good as new.
I like them so much our band chipped in to get our bandleader one for his tenor sax as a gift--he liked it so much he ordered one for his alto too.
stay away from China made Reunion Blues bags
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Hi Jim,
I tried to look up Probag. All I could find was a Facebook page. The website posted there doesn't work?
Are they still in business? Do you have a link?
Cheers,
Ron
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Probagg
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Glenn made me a beautiful two tone leather bag for my Heritage Super Eagle. A real head turner and very sturdy. Definitely go with Cronkhite.
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How come there's no info on his website (Chronkite?)
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Originally Posted by henryrobinett
glenn cronkhite custom cases
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Pictures. Prices. I saw that site. There's hardly any info.
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Glenn is not the best at advertising himself. His website is basic to say the least. Do a google image search for his bags to get a better idea. He is worth tracking down. A real artisan.
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I have a Probag leather bag for my Artist Award. I wouldn't fly with it, but that's not what I got it for. It's very well made and durable, and I am very happy with it. I spoke to Glenn about having him make me a bag, but he did not have a template that would accommodate the width of the AA headstock, and due to bad hands Glenn is no longer making templates. Also, the Probag was just over $200, which is quite a bit less than what Glenn's bags cost.
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Originally Posted by henryrobinett
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like Marc said, Glenn's an old school dude, and his bags are made old school--high quality components and craftsmanship.
I remember 10 yrs ago as a new customer I ordered a pair of bags and asked how he wanted to get paid, he said just send me a check after you get them. I asked and he said he'd only been stiffed once in all the yrs he was making them.
not sure if he still does that.Last edited by wintermoon; 02-09-2016 at 01:07 AM.
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I'm thinking he was a Bay Area musician in the 70s. I thought he was s percussionist, but it looks like he played trombone. Jazz kind of stuff. The band Listen with Andy Narell, Mel Martin, Larry Dunlop and maybe guitarist Steve Erquiagua?? I don't know. I'm just pulling it out of my memory banks.
I'd love to check it out but it's nuts to not have a image with pictures and prices.
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Originally Posted by henryrobinett
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Because you can't expand. If you can't expand hire more people. But I'm definitely his market who'd be more than willing to buy two or even three cases and spread the word, but if I can't see anything it get info beyond calling he's lost my business. A business is about finding and expanding your demographic or reach. Normally so. But if he's happy that's great.
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Originally Posted by henryrobinett
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The first and fourth photos are what I had Glenn do for me. Awesome case.
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Originally Posted by Jim Soloway
Cases look great. I saw many of them by searching. But that's not the point. Image searches from other people rather than the man himself is a problem business wise I THINK. BUT THATS JUST ME.
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Here's my ES-333 in it's ProBag. I've been very happy with it for several years now. I use it on my bike, walking, in public transport. Just not for flying, of course.
It's quite a heavy bag, but sits comfortably on your back and has very good protection.
Last edited by Little Jay; 02-09-2016 at 07:55 AM. Reason: spelling error
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Originally Posted by RonD
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Originally Posted by Jim Soloway
I was going the get the Cronkhite bag as I thought they were by far the best, (and by the reviews I think they almost certainly are).
In the end I opted for a Harvest case. The quality is just top notch very well made good customer service.
Here is the link.
http://www.harvest-guitar.com/Guitar...eadnought.html
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Originally Posted by henryrobinett
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Originally Posted by 55bar
The Harvest archtop bag looks great. The price is a little hefty and I'd have to look into the cost of shipping from Germany, but I certainly like the design.
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