Memorial Day

Remember what this day means. It’s more than just another day off.

The Difference

I’ve been seeing a lot of new leather work coming out. Some of it nice but most of it no better than the crap from China. When you buy something you have to ask yourself. Is this just something I need for a short time. A disposable item that you don’t want to invest much in. Or is this something I want to have for a lifetime. Something that will age and gain character over time. Something you don’t have to worry about falling apart no matter what you throw at it. Find out where the leather comes from. What thickness, grade, etc. Find out the thread thickness and details of the construction. Is it hand sewn or done with a machine. I use machines for certain things but a wallet back and other things look better and last longer in the way you can back stitch etc. by hand.  Is the stitching that is subject to wear sewn down into a channel to keep it from being abraded as it’s shoved in and out of a pocket or through a belt loop.  Is the hardware cast mystery metal or solid brass or stainless steel. Look at the edges of a product. Are they left unpolished so water, sweat, and whatever else can soak right into the edge? Or has someone taken considerable time to polish them. Besides the fact it serves a purpose it looks a million times better than a raw cut edge. What does the tooling look like. Look close. Are the lines sharp and defined or soft looking. Is the design done with a laser or a custom stamp or is it truly hand carved?  Are there wrinkles in the leather from delaminating of the fibers from using cheap leather. Are the insides of products lined with high quality leather or are they left bare? Will this person be around to back up their product if there is a problem down the line. I guarantee my products. I don’t like doing anything twice so I make sure the first time is going to last.  Just remember nice things cost more in the beginning but save you money in the end. Do you want to buy the same thing over and over or just buy one and carry it with you for a lifetime? Do some research before shelling out money for something custom made. Why go through the process of design and everything else involved to have something that won’t last or isn’t up to the standards you deserve? There is a difference. If you are ready to invest in a lifetime custom product give me a call or email me. 603-781-7505 duane@dbcustomleather.com

Sid Vicious

Would of been 54 today.

Handmade

Handmade means everything. Working on wallet interiors this morning. Slow but the only way to get what my customers and I want.
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Instant Credibility

It amazes me the quickness in which the media will welcome someone into the “scene” if the almighty dollar is involved. I for one say FUCK YOU to those trying to buy credibility. Either earn your way in or go back to the last fad you were trying to make yourself the crown prince of. If you think this pertains to you then it probably does. If you want to plead your case to me I’m not interested and I’m not the judge anyway. The truth will prevail and the scenesters will eventually vanish to the next “cool” thing. That day can’t come soon enough for me. This has NOTHING to do with what you ride, how you dress, etc. The guy that rides just on the weekends in his Kuryaken encrusted bagger is having just as much fun in his mind as the guy on the raked out chopper or sixteen year old on a scooter. The baddest dude I saw in Japan rode in on a Honda 250cc scooter. He didn’t try selling me a shirt in support of a company that doesn’t actually make anything themselves. He just rode around on what he could get not trying to impress anyone. If you have nothing to offer then find a place where you can offer something. I and everyone else will respect you for it and you will be a happier person. I could go on and on but will quit for now. If you have a problem with my statements I’m easy to find. Otherwise crawl back to your hole and figure out the next thing you think will make you “cool” or move you up another step in a place your not wanted. from WordPress for Windows Phone

Thanks Mooneye’s!

Okay I’ve done a LOT of shows over the years. Never have I had the pleasure of working with anyone like the Mooneye’s crew. Since the show they have constantly kept me updated with what’s going on, checking on how we are, etc. Last week a box shows up with every Japanese magazine that has shown coverage from the show. INCREDIBLE! It’s things like this that keep people talking about their shop, shows, and the crew that works there. Thanks, Shige. Your incredible hospitality and generosity is much appreciated. Make sure and support these guys. Keep up to date with the latest news from Shige here.

Pea Soup………

               I now understand why Linda Blair couldn’t keep it down

Mental Note…..never leave the booth!

I left the booth a few times and what did my fine friends do….raped both of my bikes

     

                           Thanks for the great time in Japan!

3D in Japan rules

 

                                   You can’t take the geek out of us!

Yes, I own them……

But I don’t like them!