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August 12, 2011
Photo Essay: England’s Last Oak Tannery (BBC)
Photo essay: England’s last oak tannery (BBC)
May 5, 2011
How Leathers Are Made
A good friend, GW, sent me this wonderful video about shell cordovan. The film reminded me of another video I’ve…
December 16, 2010
Major Pretorius
Major P.J. Pretorius Sept. 5, 1919 Kenklebosch, South Africa Technical clothing has come a long way since Major Pretorius’ day….
December 13, 2010
Fleshfoot
When we first checked in with the blog Fleshfoot, the proprietor had purchased a brand-new pair of natural tan boots,…
December 7, 2010
Florsheim Limited Veblen
An anonymous emailer brought these lovely longwings to my attention. They’re from a new venture by Florsheim called Florsheim Limited;…
May 15, 2010
Q And Answer: How To Care For A Leather Bag
An anonymous emailer asks: I’ve got a leather shoulder bag that I use a lot. how should I be maintaining…
December 31, 2009
I Learned Many Life Lessons From Growing Up In The Inner City
One of the most significant: there is no sadder garment than the patchwork leather jacket.
December 30, 2009
Leather: A Cautionary Tale
I’ve been thinking about shoes, as we prepare to shoot the first episode of season one, which is about caring…
December 8, 2009
All I Want For Christmas: John Roderick
Today in our continuing series of style requests from men we like, John Roderick. Roderick’s the frontman of the Seattle…
November 5, 2009
A Visit To The Horween Leather Factory On Archival Clothing
A visit to the Horween Leather factory on Archival Clothing.
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