When the birds work and the strap fills up, you want a carrier that can handle the load. The Guide II Duck Carrier / Tote from Chambless Game Totes is a handmade leather duck tote built around a wide English bridle leather strap and twelve detachable leather drops, made for heavy waterfowl days when you are packing out ducks and geese together.
What the Guide II duck tote is
The Guide II is the high-capacity option in the Chambless line of game totes. It uses a 1.50-inch stitched English bridle leather strap with solid brass D rings. Hanging from the strap are six detachable leather drops on each side, for twelve drops in total. Each drop is fitted with a solid brass detachable snap ring and a solid brass cinch ring that tightens around the bird's neck or legs.
Chambless notes that each drop will hold two to five birds, and that the tote "will carry all the ducks and geese you can physically pick up."
Key features of this leather goose and duck carrier
- 1.50-inch stitched English bridle leather strap for a wide, comfortable carry over the shoulder.
- Solid brass D rings anchoring the drops to the strap.
- Twelve detachable leather drops, six per side, so you can spread weight evenly.
- Solid brass detachable snap rings on every drop, so drops can come off the strap.
- Solid brass cinch rings that slide down to hold each bird.
- Hand made and American made by Chambless Game Totes.
- Available with Solid Brass or Antique Brass hardware.
Who the Guide II is built for
The name gives it away: this tote suits guides, group hunts and anyone who regularly shoots both ducks and geese. Twelve drops at two to five birds each gives plenty of room for a shared bag or a mixed bag of big and small birds. If you mostly hunt alone and shoot a handful of teal or wood ducks, a lighter six-drop design like the CBLESS II Single Leather Duck Carrier may be all you need. You can compare every style in our game totes collection.
How to use a detachable-drop duck strap
Because the drops detach, you can work the strap in a way that fits how your hunt runs:
- Load as you retrieve. Slip the bird's head or feet through the loop and slide the cinch ring down snug.
- Balance the load. Alternate sides so the strap rides evenly on the walk out, especially with geese.
- Split the bag. Unsnap a few loaded drops and hand them to a partner, or hang them in the blind or truck while you clean up decoys.
The wide 1.50-inch strap on the Guide II duck carrier spreads weight across your shoulder, which matters most on long walks out through mud, rice fields or timber.
Caring for English bridle leather after a wet hunt
English bridle leather is a dense, firm leather that holds up well to outdoor use, but like any leather it lasts longest with a little care. After a hunt, wipe off mud, blood and feathers with a damp cloth, then let the tote air-dry at room temperature away from direct heat such as a heater or dash vent. Once dry, an occasional coat of a quality leather conditioner keeps the strap and drops supple. Store it hanging in a dry spot rather than balled up in a wet blind bag. Brass hardware will naturally age over time; the Antique Brass option starts with a darker, aged look.
Pairs well with
Many waterfowlers keep their gear in matching leather. The Leather / Paracord Duck Call Lanyard keeps calls handy in the blind, and the leather accessories collection has more small pieces that match the look of the tote.
Frequently asked questions
How many birds does the Guide II duck tote hold?
It has twelve detachable leather drops, six on each side, and each drop will hold two to five birds. Chambless says it will carry all the ducks and geese you can physically pick up.
Can I carry geese on this leather duck tote?
Yes. The Guide II is described as carrying both ducks and geese, with a 1.50-inch English bridle leather strap and solid brass hardware.
What hardware options are available?
The Guide II is offered with Solid Brass or Antique Brass hardware, including the D rings, detachable snap rings and cinch rings.
If you need a strap that keeps up with big days in the marsh, take a closer look at the Chambless Guide II leather duck tote and choose your hardware finish. You can find more waterfowl reading on our blog. Questions? Contact us.