Patina (pa·ti·na) - The aging of high-quality full grain vegetable tanned leather Patina is a trait of vegetable tanned leather. Here at thirteen50, it is what we know best. A majority of our products come from the top American tanneries such as: Wickett and Craig or Herman Oak How many things do you own that get better with age? Well if you have any of our products you have at least one. Over time, vegetable tanned leather will become more beautiful, developing character and patina. Whether it be a leather bag, a leather belt, or one of our leather wallets...

Leather Obviously… But you shouldn’t just go buy any leather. Purchase hides that are going to cater to what you want to handcraft. Our leather types article will guide you through your choosing process. We use full grain leather for our products. Cutting Mat                 A must for all types of work. Easy to find and lots of sizes. This not only gives you a surface to cut on but also helps measure and cut correctly. Remember! Measure twice cut once. Cardstock                 Save your thin cardboard boxes. This is what you will use to draw...

Thank You We cannot believe it! These past 5 years have flown by. During this journey we are pleased to have been accepted into a wonderful community. A community that has shown us unconditional support. From giving constructive criticism to sharing pictures of your polished outfits. Our hearts are filled with joy knowing that many of you have incorporated Thirteen50 into your everyday carry. This community has compiled many wholesome stories as well. Each explaining how their leather has endured and elevated with time. Its beautiful to see our products, our company, and ourselves flourish with age. We have grown...

The different grades and types of leather Full grain… Suede… Vegetable tanned… Chrome tanned… What is the difference in these? What is best? What does Thirteen50 use? Spoiler! Thirteen50 uses full grain vegetable tanned leather for their products   Leather Grades Full Grain Leather Here at Thirteen50 it is all we use. This is the leather that is going to develop the sought-after patina. Full grain may contain some blemishes from scarring or bug bites. These give each piece a unique, natural and rugged look. The density of fibers makes it stronger compared to a similar thickness of other grades. The...

rying to slim down the wallet you carry? We got you covered with some new designs. First up is our 2 slot front pocket wallet. 2 card slots, 1 front, 1 back, and a middle compartment for some cash. Made from the same full grain leather we use on our leather belts, this wallet will last. Got a few more cards step up to the 4 slot Slot front pocket wallet, with 2 pockets on front and 2 on the back you can carry a few more cards without the bulk. Like all our products, we do not outsource any...