Built to Pursue: Meeting Richard Taggart of Taggart Outdoors
From Grandfather’s Bench to the High Country
Walk into Richard Taggart’s workshop in Utah, and you won’t hear the frantic hum of assembly lines or the roar of industrial machinery. Instead, you’ll hear the rhythmic sound of a mallet on leather and the steady pull of waxed thread through hide. For Richard, the founder of Taggart Outdoors, gear isn't just equipment; it is a connection to the past. He began working with leather at a very young age, learning the trade from his grandfather. Today, that connection to his roots defines every piece he creates. For Richard, building gear isn't just a job—it’s a way of honoring a mentor and ensuring that the tradition of handmade, high-quality equipment continues to thrive in the modern field.
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The Art of the Handmade
In an age of mass-produced, synthetic plastic gear, Taggart’s work stands as a testament to the old ways. When he says his products are built to pursue, he means it. Every single item is crafted by hand—tooled, carved, stitched, stained, painted, and finished without a single machine involved. This isn't about speed; it's about integrity. Hand-tooled leather possesses a character that stamps cannot replicate, and the tactile nature of his construction ensures that every pouch or sling can handle the rigors of the high country or a thicket hunt. When your life in the field depends on your tools, you need them to be as tough as you are.
The Hand-Tooled Knife Pouch
Among his latest creations, the perfectly captures this philosophy. A hunter's knife is perhaps their most trusted companion, and it deserves a home that is as reliable as the blade itself. Crafted from 8-9 ounce veg-tan leather and finished with durable brass hardware and hand-stitched waxed thread, this pouch is designed for longevity. Whether you are field-dressing a harvest or performing chores around the camp, the keeps your steel within reach. Because each piece is made to order with careful attention to detail, please allow a lead time of 2-3 weeks for your pouch to be crafted and shipped. At $49.99, it is an investment in gear that will age beautifully alongside your favorite knife.
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Buckeye Hunter Hub was built to serve the community of hunters, anglers, and trappers. While we offer and comprehensive to help you plan your next outing, we also recognize that the right gear makes all the difference. Our platform includes advanced tools like our , available via a one-time $19 Lifetime Pro pass, to help you understand the woods better.
However, we also wanted to create a space that celebrates the people behind the gear. That is why we launched . We believe in supporting independent American craftsmen who put their souls into their work. By connecting you directly with makers like Richard, we keep the spirit of quality craftsmanship alive in the hunting world.
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