Wilderman Outdoors

A couple of years ago, I did a fairly extensive research project on my family’s history. I found that several of my family members who were alive at the time of the American Revolution fought in their state militias and in the Continental army. The majority of them fought in the Virginia, North Carolina and Pennsylvania state militias. I was inspired to make a shooting bag and belt axe that would look like something they might have carried in the War for Independence and while hunting on the Appalachian frontier. This bag and axe are loose copies of originals found on the Virginia frontier that date to the time period I was looking to emulate. It’s pretty neat to have something tangible that serves as a reminder of the men who fought to build our republic 250 years ago.

Custom order finished for an inside the waistband revolver holster. I really enjoy building holsters. It can be challenging to get the pattern just right, but when you do, it creates a holster with a very good fit. This holster was shaped while the leather was wet to create a very tight fit with good retention.

These three photos represent several years of change in my blacksmith shop. I have made a lot of memories in this building, and I’m very thankful for the ability to have a shop to work in. I’m posting these photos to commemorate the progress I’ve made in this shop, and to announce that I will soon be packing my tools and moving my shop to Virginia. Our family has decided to relocate to the Shenandoah valley region of Virginia for a variety of factors, including being closer to family. I’m very grateful for all my time in Texas, and for all the people I have met living here. The Lord has blessed me with some amazing opportunities over the years. It is fun to look back on the memories I have made in Texas and in my shop, and I look forward to making more memories in Virginia. Even though I am moving, my website will remain open for business!