I learned a lot about leather this year; I learned about leather’s quality control standards with a sneaker company; I made my own leather in Mexico; I saw how
5 Ways to Keep Leather Boots From Creasing
I don't care for leather creases on my boots. I know they're a sign of well-worn pair of boots, but with a nice pair of calfskin dress boots, I just want a
Can Leather Ever Be Ethical?
Is leather the by-product of a slaughter, or the cause of it? Examining the impact of the heritage boot industry on cowhide demand. Whether you are
Why Truman Boots’ Best Leather Is CF Stead’s Rambler
I’ve been following Truman Boot Company from day one, when they were just getting started in Pennsylvania. Over the course of time, they became known not
The Pros and Cons of Camel Leather Apparel
Depending on where you’re from, camel leather may seem like an unusual, exotic choice of material. But, there are a few reasons why you should consider this
What Is Patina? A Guide to Leather, Denim, and Watches
If you were to ask the average person on the street what ‘patina’ is, you’d likely get some variation of “Isn’t that when copper turns green?” The shortest
Calf Leather vs Cow Leather – What’s Best for Your Boots?
Especially popular with high-end English tanners like CF Stead and shoemakers like Crocket and Jones, calf leather is a mainstay in dress shoes. But what a lot
What Is Pull Up Leather, Anyway?
Pull up leather gives Harrison Ford his roguishness. It protects Tom Cruise while piloting fighter jets. It’s used in the highest quality boots, attached to