The above pictures are examples of custom orders I have made for clients in the past. Most of my custom work is leather, but I can also customize any other product such as hunting knives, culinary knives, and even whole kitchen sets. With a custom order, I tailor every parameter of my products to create your perfect purse, knife set, gun sling, and more. Orders for purses are infinitely customizable with options for different sizing, built in wallets, gold or silver hardware, and color for both the exterior and lining. I hand-sew each piece of leatherwork, spending hours perfecting every detail on my projects. Each purse takes 60-80 working hours to complete, so I only make a limited number each year.
My knife making skills are entirely self taught, however I learned much of my leather-working skills from Jason Maida, the fourth-generation Italian leatherworker and silversmith who owns Maida's Belts and Buckles in Houston, TX. A couple years ago, I undertook an eight month apprenticeship where he taught me many of the skills I use to this day. I have a large variety of leather products including wallets, belts, keychains, cartridge holders, rifle slings, purses, and more. As with my knives, every aspect can be tailored to your specifications for the product you have an interest in. Additionally, I can also carve or laser engrave custom text or a design, such as a company logo, into leather goods.
Turnaround time on custom orders varies based on the complexity and size of the order. For most of the year, a large order will usually take about 2-3 months but I have most orders done within 8 weeks. Purses and bags take the longest with up to 4 months turnaround. Additionally, wait times increase around the holidays and no new orders will be accepted after December 1 until the New Year. If you're interested, click the "place an order" button and let me know what kind of product you have in mind.