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Japan style leather wallets
I made a selection of stylish handmade Japanese style wallets. These are long-wallets, bifolds, zip wallets made by masters from Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Vietnam, Thailand. These wallets are characterized by smooth curves, zipper pockets, eyelets, chains and other decorations. DivinghRead more
I made a selection of stylish handmade Japanese style wallets. These are long-wallets, bifolds, zip wallets made by masters from Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Vietnam, Thailand. These wallets are characterized by smooth curves, zipper pockets, eyelets, chains and other decorations.
I’m sure everyone would agree that the leather craftsmanship of Japan and Korea is different from that of Europe. I would greatly appreciate it if you could add other Asian-inspired wallets to this list.
See lessLeathercrafting master classes and helpful video tutorials on YouTube
We are in the "era" of visual content. Many tanners post videos of their work process. You can find many mini-manuals like these on Instagram and YouTube. These videos are enough to learn how to make simple leather goods, such as cardholders, bifold wallets, watch straps, and laptop and tablet casesRead more
We are in the “era” of visual content. Many tanners post videos of their work process. You can find many mini-manuals like these on Instagram and YouTube. These videos are enough to learn how to make simple leather goods, such as cardholders, bifold wallets, watch straps, and laptop and tablet cases.
If you need specific examples of tutorial videos on leather crafting, here are some:

See lessDo I have to buy expensive tools for leather work?
There are differences in the quality of steel used to make leather tools. The quality of sharpening of the tool is also important. But I am sure you can choose inexpensive pricking irons. For example, the Chinese brand Wuta, good quality for a medium price.
There are differences in the quality of steel used to make leather tools. The quality of sharpening of the tool is also important. But I am sure you can choose inexpensive pricking irons. For example, the Chinese brand Wuta, good quality for a medium price.

See lessMerch ideas for a leathercraftsmen
This is one of the best merch ideas for leathercraftsman! This is the Ashland Leather merchandise. It's a snapback with the Horween tannery logo and a piece of shell cordovan leather sewn onto the visor. As someone who makes merchandise, I can say that this is one of the best examples!
This is one of the best merch ideas for leathercraftsman! This is the Ashland Leather merchandise. It’s a snapback with the Horween tannery logo and a piece of shell cordovan leather sewn onto the visor. As someone who makes merchandise, I can say that this is one of the best examples!

See lessReverse Shell Cordovan leather goods
90% of the cases where the reverse side of a piece of Shell Cordovan is used to make leather goods are wallets (cardholders, bifolds, longers, zip-wallets, etc.) But I have found examples of other "reverse" Shell Cordovan accessories: Forted Leather Reverse Shell Cordovan leather cardholder with LedRead more
90% of the cases where the reverse side of a piece of Shell Cordovan is used to make leather goods are wallets (cardholders, bifolds, longers, zip-wallets, etc.) But I have found examples of other “reverse” Shell Cordovan accessories:

See lessWomen shell cordovan leather bags
I found some women's bags made of Shell Cordovan leather. These are bags from different brands, but they are all handmade. This list will be updated, I will be grateful for your help. Burgundy Marbled Shell Cordovan leather woman bag. Italian Cordovan from ROCADO. Handmade and hand stitched by Cao LRead more
I found some women’s bags made of Shell Cordovan leather. These are bags from different brands, but they are all handmade. This list will be updated, I will be grateful for your help.

See lessAlden Shell Cordovan boot
If you compare the statistics of Google searches related to "Alden", it becomes clear why there are so many Alden shoes on the secondary market. The second most popular brand in searches is Viberg shoes. Next are Allen Edmonds shoes.
If you compare the statistics of Google searches related to “Alden”, it becomes clear why there are so many Alden shoes on the secondary market. The second most popular brand in searches is Viberg shoes. Next are Allen Edmonds shoes.
See lessShell Cordovan Brands
English Shell Cordovan Tanneries: Spire Leather Company Shell Cordovan Metropolitan Leather Shell Cordovan These Shell Cordovan brands have unique stamps, but I think they were made by Clayton (now Clayton & Son) on behalf of the Spire Leather Company and Metropolitan Leather. This is my guess,Read more
English Shell Cordovan Tanneries:
These Shell Cordovan brands have unique stamps, but I think they were made by Clayton (now Clayton & Son) on behalf of the Spire Leather Company and Metropolitan Leather. This is my guess, I would like to know your opinion.
See lessWhich leathercraftsmen do you follow on social media?
I follow the work of Attila Aszodi's atelier. He makes premium watch straps. He uses the most expensive materials: Cordovan, alligator, etc. Attila Aszodi watch straps are worn by many celebrities. For example, the cost of the full-bund watch strap in the photo is $1,295.
I follow the work of Attila Aszodi’s atelier. He makes premium watch straps. He uses the most expensive materials: Cordovan, alligator, etc. Attila Aszodi watch straps are worn by many celebrities. For example, the cost of the full-bund watch strap in the photo is $1,295.
See lessShell Cordovan belts
Great Shell Cordovan leather belts I've found: RN Leather Goods double layer belt. Both layers are made of different colors of Shell Cordovan leather. The belts are hand stitched. The buckle is solid brass. Classic style belt from Nichols London. Genuine Italian (ROCADO) Shell Cordovan black color.Read more
Great Shell Cordovan leather belts I’ve found:

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