Wallets, Chains, and Reins

winterland

Been lurking for a while here haven't posted much. Almost bought a few items in classified but have been too slow.
I have been eyeing a new wallet for a while. Mine is falling apart. Cheap bonded leather.
I had a wallet with a chain and wanted another as I lost my wallet many times before the chain. So it is not just because it looks cool. Looking cool is a bonus though.
Have found a few places to get this and similiar styles. Some discussion here and also found quite a bit on your message board. The Iron Heart midlength wallet is beautiful but out of my budget.
It was close between Leather Goods Connection and Don't Moan Organize Leather until I found an individual leather maker who had a style just like I wanted. Considered natural color but decided I wanted black with contrasting stitching with barbours linen thread. Hand waxed with beeswax. He had a few options of leather and after talking with him went with Herman Oak Bridle leather. I also considered Horween but it was more expensive and the Oak sounds like a great leather also. The brass D-ring is unique as I didn't see anyone else with this exact style.
The best part is the price is very reasonable. Only took a week to get also. I like the midlength as it all fits in your pocket only the D-ring sticking out. It also has the same measurements as my old trifold wallet. 5 1/4" by 3 5/8"
If anyone is looking for a wallet, I would highly recommend this craftsman. He makes a few styles and belts also.
Here is his Tumblr page. http://blackyrock.tumblr.com/
I can give his email also if anyone wants.
Let me know what you think.

Licorice Noose

Hey guys,

Some of you may have seen my Kydex card cases and I just wanted to say that I've begun selling them and some other accessories. Please PM me or check the Tumblr in my signature if interested.

bagley920

LN made a couple for me awhile back. Awesome work! Buy with confidence! Good choice LN!

Licorice Noose

Thanks for the words man! Let me know if you need anything else!

mr.dead

Need some help deciding on what wallet to invest in. First step into high quality leather wallets/accessories but I wanna start off on the right foot. In actuality, I'm looking for three or four leather accessories in the next little while. First on the list is definitely a short wallet (around 4.5-5" x 4") and a nice simple leather rein. Probably going to stick with a natural/naked leather. I saw this short Red Moon wallet on ebay and thought it looked promising, I know Red Moon is a highly regarded company but also fairly costly. I also really dig that TFH leather chain. I also really dig the Wild Child wallet on SE but wish it had an ID slot or coin pocket.
Anyway, short of picking up a Red Moon, WC, or TFH short wallet, I'm interested in getting one custom ordered from a smaller company. I've read good things about Scott Willis, LeatherGoodConnection, & The Blackacre but would like to know if there are any options I should consider. I'll most likely be buying a new belt with the wallet & rein. From what I've seen, it seems like Scott Willis does a pretty fantastic job with all three.

minkoil

@mr.dead:

Need some help deciding on what wallet to invest in. First step into high quality leather wallets/accessories but I wanna start off on the right foot. In actuality, I'm looking for three or four leather accessories in the next little while. First on the list is definitely a short wallet (around 4.5-5" x 4") and a nice simple leather rein. Probably going to stick with a natural/naked leather. I saw this short Red Moon wallet on ebay and thought it looked promising, I know Red Moon is a highly regarded company but also fairly costly. I also really dig that TFH leather chain. I also really dig the Wild Child wallet on SE but wish it had an ID slot or coin pocket.
Anyway, short of picking up a Red Moon, WC, or TFH short wallet, I'm interested in getting one custom ordered from a smaller company. I've read good things about Scott Willis, LeatherGoodConnection, & The Blackacre but would like to know if there are any options I should consider. I'll most likely be buying a new belt with the wallet & rein. From what I've seen, it seems like Scott Willis does a pretty fantastic job with all three.

do you know how to treat the raw leather?