A dove field gets busy fast, and shoving birds into a vest pouch or a bucket is not always the cleanest way to keep track of them. The Wray Dove Carrier / Tote from Chambless Game Totes is a dove tote that combines a wide English bridle leather strap with 550 paracord drops, giving you a neat, airy way to carry birds through the field and back to the truck.
What the Wray dove carrier is
The Wray is built specifically with dove in mind. It starts with a 1.50-inch stitched English bridle leather strap. Attached to the strap are two detachable drops made of 550 military grade paracord, each fitted with a solid brass snap ring. On each side of the strap there are eight paracord drops, and each of those drops has a solid brass cinch ring to hold birds in place.
Paracord drops are lighter and thinner than leather drops, which suits small birds like dove. They also let air move around the birds, which helps when you are hunting in early-season heat.
Key features of this paracord dove tote
- 1.50-inch stitched English bridle leather strap for a comfortable shoulder carry.
- Two detachable drop sets made from 550 military grade paracord.
- Solid brass snap rings so each drop set can be unclipped.
- Eight paracord drops on each side of the strap.
- Solid brass cinch ring on every drop.
- Paracord available in Olive Drab or Coyote Tan.
Who the Wray dove strap is for
The Wray suits opening-day dove hunters, field hunters who walk between stands, and anyone who wants a dedicated dove carrier rather than a duck strap pressed into service. The two color choices, Olive Drab and Coyote Tan, blend with typical dove field cover like cut grain, sunflowers and fence rows.
If you also hunt quail, pheasant or other upland birds and want something even smaller, the Single Paracord Upland Bird Carrier / Tote uses the same paracord-and-brass idea in a single cluster. You can see every style side by side in our game totes collection.
How to use a dove tote in the field
- Load as you pick up. Slip the bird's head through a paracord loop and slide the brass cinch ring down to secure it.
- Fill both sides. Alternating sides keeps the strap balanced on your shoulder as the count climbs.
- Unclip in the shade. Detach a drop set with its snap ring and hang it in the shade near your stool or on the truck while you keep hunting.
- Count at a glance. Birds hanging on individual drops are easy to count, which helps you keep track of your bag.
Once you are back at the truck, unsnap the drop sets from the Wray dove carrier to hand birds off for cleaning without wrestling the whole strap.
Care tips for leather and paracord
The two materials on the Wray need slightly different care. Paracord can be rinsed with water to remove blood and feathers and then hung to dry. For the English bridle leather strap, wipe it clean with a damp cloth instead of soaking it, then let it air-dry at room temperature away from direct heat. Treat the leather with a leather conditioner from time to time to keep it supple. Store the tote hanging in a dry, ventilated place between seasons.
Pairs well with
Dove fields are bright and sunny, so a Leather Sunglass Holder is handy for keeping shooting glasses protected, and a Leather Chapstick Holder keeps lip balm on hand during hot afternoons. Find both in our leather accessories collection.
Frequently asked questions
How many drops does the Wray dove tote have?
There are eight paracord drops on each side of the strap, each with a solid brass cinch ring, attached through two detachable paracord drop sets with solid brass snap rings.
What are the drops made of?
The drops are made of 550 military grade paracord, and the strap is 1.50-inch stitched English bridle leather.
What colors does the Wray dove carrier come in?
It is available in Olive Drab or Coyote Tan.
Get ready for your next dove shoot with the Chambless Wray Dove Tote, available in Olive Drab or Coyote Tan. More hunting articles are on our blog. Questions? Contact us.