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Ross Smith posted this 03 September 2022

What's the best way to stop my protektor shooting bags from leaking sand?

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Bud Hyett posted this 03 September 2022

How are they leaking sand? Either slowly working through the leather or back through the fill tab?

If through the leather, there is no easy way to stop. You can thin Super Glue and paint the outside of the bag. But the secret is to really thin the Super Glue. Acetone would be what I'd try for thinner and then first experiment only on an old scrap bag.

If through the fill tab, I Super Glue the tab once I have the bag as full as I feel it can be. Often, the bag will soften after several months usage and require toppiing off. I only Super Glue the tab after several topping off sessions.

When I first started shooting off benches and using old lead shot bags, I put a bread wrapper inside the bag before filling. But there is no easy way to insert a plastic liner inside bags such as the Protektor.

Farm boy from Illinois, living in the magical Pacific Northwest

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Aaron posted this 03 September 2022

With rifle in hand, I confidently go forth into the darkness.

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Little Debbie posted this 03 September 2022

My old rear bag was leaking through the seams. I used a silicone caulk on all the seams. This lasted for a year or two. I then sprayed it with Flex Seal two years ago. This worked well, but it’s starting to leak again. If I’ve got flex seal left I’ll respray it. If not I’m thinking about replacing it. I think I’ve had it for 30 years or so. I’ve gotten my use out of it.