It is hard to find good quality these days. Especially for your treasured collections.
The Dakota Handgun & Pistol Case is a soft-sided leather case built to protect a single handgun the way it deserves to be protected — vegetable-tanned top-grain leather on the outside, faux shearling on the inside, and the kind of build that ages with the firearm rather than around it.
Interior dimensions of 13.5" x 7.25" x 1.75" (at the widest point) accommodate most full-size pistols and revolvers with barrels up to 6 inches, including 1911s, Glock 17/19, Sig P226/P229, Beretta 92, CZ 75, and Smith & Wesson revolvers. The soft acrylic shearling lining cushions the firearm and resists scratches against the finish. A YKK brass zipper opens the case fully flat for easy access. The leather carry loop and zipper pull are reinforced for years of use.
This is a soft case, not a hard case — designed for safe storage, range trips, truck-cab carry, and passing down. If you want a leather pistol case that looks like it belongs on a gun room shelf next to a bourbon decanter and a fly rod, this is it.
Built to last. Made in León, Mexico — historically known as the leather capital of the Americas — by craftsmen with generational experience working hides.
Who it's for
- Handgun owners who treat their firearm as an heirloom, not a tool to be tossed in a plastic shell
- Gift buyers looking for a Father's Day, retirement, or milestone-birthday gift for a shooter
- Range-goers and concealed carriers who want a discreet, dignified case for transport and storage
- Collectors who want matching leather across their handgun, rifle, and shotgun cases (see our Sportsman Collection)
What fits
- Full-size semi-auto pistols up to ~9.5" overall length (1911, Glock 17, Sig P226, Beretta 92, CZ 75)
- Compact and subcompact pistols (Glock 19, 26, 43, Sig P365, S&W Shield)
- Revolvers with barrels up to 6" (S&W K-frame and L-frame, Ruger GP100, Colt Python)
- Room alongside the handgun for a spare magazine or speed loader
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Not sized for: revolvers with 7.5"+ barrels, AR pistols, or scoped hunting handguns
Features
- Full-open zip top for easy access
- Reinforced sides hold their shape over years of use
- Leather carry loop handle
- Easy-pull leather zipper tab
- Buffalo Jackson leather patch logo
- Soft acrylic shearling interior protects against scratches and absorbs minor moisture
Materials & construction
- Vegetable-tanned top-grain leather exterior
- Faux shearling polyester interior lining
- Antique brass hardware
- YKK brass zipper
- Marine-grade nylon thread for stitching that holds up to weather and use
Specifications
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SKU: BAG-2185-PC
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Dimensions: 13.5" L x 7.25" H x 1.75" W (at widest point)
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Weight: 1 lb.
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Manufactured: Made in León, Mexico
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Price: $199.95
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Warranty & Returns: Covered by Buffalo Jackson's warranty and return policy
How it compares
The Dakota Leather Handgun Case sits in the same category as Hunter Company's Leather Handgun Case, Mission Mercantile's White Wing Pistol Case, and Sage & Braker's Waxed Canvas & Leather Handgun Case. It's positioned as a heritage soft case for collectors and gift-givers — built to be passed down, not replaced. If you'd prefer a waxed canvas exterior with leather trim, see the Dakota Waxed Canvas & Leather Pistol Case.
Frequently asked questions
Will this fit a 1911?
Yes. Full-size 1911s (5" barrel, ~8.5" OAL) fit comfortably with room for a spare magazine alongside.
Will it fit a Glock 17 or Sig P226?
Yes. Both fit with room for a spare magazine. Compact and subcompact pistols (Glock 19, 26, 43, Sig P365, S&W Shield) fit with additional room.
Will it fit a revolver with a 6" barrel?
Yes — up to a 6" barrel. Revolvers with 7.5"+ barrels (such as long-barreled Ruger Super Redhawks) will not fit.
Is this a hard case suitable for airline travel?
No. This is a soft leather case for storage, range, and vehicle transport. TSA-compliant air travel requires a hard, lockable case.
What kind of leather is used?
Vegetable-tanned top-grain leather, finished with antique brass hardware and marine-grade nylon thread.
Where is it made?
Made in León, Mexico — historically known as the leather capital of the Americas.
How do I care for the leather?
Wipe with a dry cloth and condition periodically with a quality leather conditioner. See our leather care collection.
