Handmade Leather Goods for Sale (wallets etc.)

[khoiphan92]

thanks for explaining to me on leatherwrker! free bump

[RobZ]

As I'm waiting for my first Corter pieces to arrive, I'm thinking about tanning, oiling, etc. With my previous untanned item (Sugar Cane belt), I just applied mink oil to it and let it sit in the sun for a few hours. How have people been treating before using Corter's items? I am thinking a good 3-4 hour tan with maybe two coats of mink oil will be sufficient, but any other suggestions?

[bye4now12]

I'm actually in the same boat. I got a natural tanner belt a couple of weeks ago that I haven't done anything to at all, once it warms up and I figure out what kind to get I'll get some sort of oil and tan it, but any suggestions on what to do with Corter's Wallets?

[chantheman]

im tempted to just wear my natural untreaded belt as is untreated and see what happens.

bump for a legit dude.

[RobZ]

My Corter regular wallet (from his sale) and rein came in today. First thoughts, in no particular order:

It definitely looks handmade. You can tell they are one of a kind. I do like the Corter embossing on the inside and in my opinion, the dimensions for the most part are right on.

The credit card slot/holder might be glued on unless I'm just not seeing how it is attached, which I really hope will hold up for the future. Also, I can't seem to get a regular size credit card to stay inside the wallet on the top-most slot. It sticks out of the wallet a little bit, but I'm hoping once it has been tanned and oiled it will be more forgiving and spacious. I kind of wish there was a clear slot for an ID but I will definitely get used to the design.

The rein is made very well. I got the black one (single, not double braid) and it is the perfect length. I oiled it up today so it is not as stiff, and the hardware seems very strong. I took off the keyring that attaches to the hook for the belt as it looks a little out of place with no keys on it, but again, nice looking hardware.

The prices cannot be beat for quality. There are a lot of other opinions for wallets/reins, not only here but RedMoon/ Flat Head/etc but I really do think Corter has a great product and his service is top notch. Can't wait to post pictures in the leather evo thread and I think in a few months I'll be back for a custom mid length.

[bye4now12]

The slot holder is sewn on, but also has a tiny bit of glue on the outer side of it. If you look at the inside of the bill pocket by where the card holder is, there is stitching there that is also holding the card slots there.

[corter]

yea the card holers are sewed on, just look on the inside of the bill slot. i wouldn't do that to you guys, it wouldn't hold for more than a day!

with the card sticking out: the pocket should stretch out as you use it, i make them tight on purpose becase if they're looks when you start, you'll have cc's falling all over the place in a couple months.as it loosens they usually move down a little bit, and here might be some glue still stuck onthe inside so don't be afraid to shove a card in there and disconnect the leftover glue. if this doesn't work out in the near future you can send it back to me and i'll fix it for you, it's pretty easy to fix.

[RobZ]

I think that did the trick. A card wasn't working as hard as it was shoved in but I took my finger and got rid of the extra glue that way. All the cards fit fine now. Thanks!

[corter]

awesome rob, glad that did it

[jgan85]

hello there,

let me know when the wallets are back in stock..

[RobZ]

Any suggestions on where to securely keep a key in the regular sized wallet? Does anyone else do this?

[bye4now12]

I don't do that but I don't see why it wouldn't work in the change pocket :dunno:

[demarco]

hey corter, any word on the thinner belts?

[corter]

yea man, i'm still recovering from my computer failure/replacement, i should be able to order a hide this weekend for belts. probably mid march, around 15-20th some time.

new wallets should be coming then soon btw, i'm clearing my custom list soon so i'll be back to making stuff for the site. it was a nice little creative vacation

[corter]

updates bump, pretty much everythings sold out except chains and a couple belts i'll sell on the cheap soon. new stuff for spring coming in april

[thaiison]

Looking forward to buy a belt from you, I'm gonna do it for sure but don't know when. Want the premium one, let me know when you have them in stock!

[corter]

i'll only have regular belts in for a while, it's hard to find a decent hide to cut premius from as the thicker leather usually doesn't come in super nice hides. i'm on the lookout- regular belts should be in next week some time/possibly the end of this week.

if you'd like a regular belt, please pm me, i'd like an idea of how many i need to order

[thaiison]

yeah okey! thanks for the info. you got PM

[Guest El Salvador]

Corter made this pick holder for me

(not the belt though)

Corter is a great guy and his service is top notch! Thanks!

[Coldsnap]

http://flickr.com/photos/thisishome/2152622650/in/set-72157603595198857/

is hot. You going to make a batch of these sometime?

[RobZ]

The outside snap (with the Indian head) on my wallet is kind of loose. The part on the inside that actually snaps wiggles around a good amount and it looks like it may fall off. Is there anyway to tighten this or should I look for a replacement?

[corter]

rob- there's a tool you can get to "tighten" it more, basically what's happening is the leather's wearing in, and the snap isn't loosening so much as the leather is compressing. the snap is sort of sandwhiched on, so as the leather gets a bit thinner with wear it will seem to loosen, which it really is not.

unless it's a faulty snap, it won't fall off. however, if it bothers you, your best bet is to get the setter and anvil set that comes in this little package:

http://tandyleatherfactory.com/products.asp?number=3630-00

it's the cheapest one that will get the job done, good quality (they're all just pieces of solid metal), plus it's nice to have some snaps to add to bags etc. I don't use these on wallets, but i keep some around for every day use. you just need a hammer other than this set, i can hook you up with a picture of how to get it tighter.

rest assured, if it does fall off I will replace it for you at no charge as long as you include the one that fell off.

the tool is probably the best route to tighten it back up if it's bothering you, as it may loosen a bit more. happened on my wallet too, it's been loose for a long time, but it's never fallen off

el salvador: glad you like it man, i'll be carrying something similar soon

[kenp315]

Hey Corter, regarding the wallet on the first page with the black leather on the top. Will you be making a similar wallet with a snap button? I am very interested in buying one if you do.

[corter]

no plans for a black detailed snap wallet, hit me up with a pm and i can make you one especiale

[brentos]

excited for bifold! can't wait!

[corter]

bump, regular belts are back!

[corter]

up to the top, still some belts left

[RobZ]

I'm probably going to go to Tandy at some point this week (finally on Spring Break) and see if they would be able to help me there without buying the kit. I don't see myself needing to use it for anything other than this purpose, and I bet they have the tools lying around...although 8 bucks is 8 bucks.

[corter]

ok cool man, they'll probably be able to tighten it for you

[psycfunk]

just purchased a belt off your site, looking forward to receiving it! was wondering if you could make me a card case with chain and attachment for right pocket in natural leather? also, what's your advice on tanning/oiling? thanks!