April 21, 2019
I love the randomized, Jackson Pollock-esque dye splotches and that bold, iconic Horween shell cordovan ink stamp.
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March 23, 2019 1 Comment
I've been working with the best leather in the world every day since June 2006. Owning a pair of shell footwear is something that I have always wanted.
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January 18, 2019
Stephanie Vasquez has a great, detailed review of our Fat Herbie double bifold in Horween shell cordovan.
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December 27, 2018 1 Comment
Did you know that Chromexcel’s origin relates to Gilette safety razors and tanks from WW1?
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December 14, 2018
Ashland is now on Youtube! Learn more about leather and crafting behind the scenes at Horween and Ashland Leather.
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November 28, 2018
I stole an hour of John from Chicago Comb times and relentlessly interviewed him. We talk about the creation of the company, company philosophy, and what makes him tick.
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September 27, 2018
Ashland and Horween are featured in Gear Patrol's most recent issue.
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September 10, 2018 3 Comments
Genuine Horween Shell Cordovan is an equine leather famous for its durability, self-polishing character, breathability, deep color, smooth feel, and bright luster.
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September 03, 2018 2 Comments
New shell cordovan watch straps are here.
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August 13, 2018 2 Comments
There is a framed set of letters hanging on the walls at the entryway to Horween leather written by Colonel James L. Collins for General John J. Pershing. It has hung there for 100 years.
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July 27, 2018 4 Comments
Horween Leather has been a mainstay in the Bucktown neighborhood of Chicago for 100 years. Bucktown has also been the home of Ashland Leather for 7 years. Over the century, the neighborhood has changed but the tannery remains constant. Plans to transform the neighborhood to Lincoln Yards have just been announced by Sterling Bay.
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July 16, 2018 5 Comments
Aniline leather is a term used to describe the amount and coverage of finish on leather grain. An aniline finish leaves the leather as close to its natural state as possible, which encourages unique and beautiful patina while highlighting the natural grain of the leather.
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