We source our leather from environmentally responsible American tanneries that use hides that are a by-product of the beef industry, which means no animal is killed solely for its hide. We buy the highest grade, full grain leather to ensure we can create a beautiful product while cutting down on our waste.

The hardware used is made from solid low lead brass and comes in three different finishes - natural brass, nickel plated and black PVD. They all meet the requirements for California's Prop 65 and the European REACH standards. They also go through a CASS, or accelerated wear test to ensure product longevity.

For hand stitched items, we use a 100% braided polyester thread that's lightly waxed to help with UV resistance and durability.

For machine stitched items, we use a bonded nylon thread. This thread has a high tensile strength and a resistance to mildew, aging and abrasion.