The Leather Repair Pro’s Perspective: Why the Happy Patina Writing Kit Cover Stands Out

As a leather repair professional at LeatherHelp.com, I see a lot of leather goods in my travels. From everyday classic leather furniture, to cherished vintage bags, I’ve developed a keen eye for quality craftsmanship and material integrity. Recently, I had the opportunity to examine the Happy Patina Leather Writing Kit Cover, and I was genuinely […]
Saddleback Leather Help for holiday shopping

Shopping to get the perfect leather bag for that someone special (maybe you) this holiday season? Saddleback Leather sells the best. As a 25yr leather pro who has spent a bunch of time testing and researching Saddleback’s leather finishes, I’m happy to share my knowledge so you (or a loved one) gets the best bag, […]
How might patina effect my leather bag?

Patina is the sheen on any surface produced by age and use. Many different kinds of leather will patina. Darkening, shining and scratches are all common signs of leather patina. In this article I’d like to help you look ahead to how and why your leather bag may patina over the years you own it. […]
Video: Top Grain vs. Full Grain leather via Saddleback

Here is a video on the difference between top-grain and full-grain leather. Most furniture and some jackets and bags are made from top-grain leather but Saddleback Leather uses only full-grain leather. Here’s a chance for you to see the difference. Also here is a link to an article Dave wrote about their use of […]
Choosing the right type of leather jackets or bag

Here is an informative article from on of our affiliates, Wilson Leather. It is a good article to give you some insights into choosing different leather for your specific reasons. Choose a leather for durability and versatility: Versatile leather pieces are available in a variety of textures and finishes. Heavy and durable […]
Knowing what kind of leather bag you own.

I understand that you want to choose your leather bag because it’s beautiful, because its what you want. But once you have the bag you love, it helps to know what category of bag you own so you can clean and care for the bag correctly. There will be other articles on exactly how […]
Guest Article- Dave Munson Leather Bags 101
Here’s a guest article from the owner of Saddleback Leather, Dave Munson. It’s geared toward his product (and it’s a great product) but should help you with buying leather no matter what leather you buy. By the way, to check out his awesome site and products click here. The Most Vital Part of Saddleback: […]