DEFINITELY ONE-OF-A-KIND . . .

Howdy folks! Yes, it's been a mighty long time since the Missus has updated

you on the latest from Mr. Legendary Leather. The Legendary Leather Clan has

passed through some mighty important milestones as of late. WesternSpice,

who has now become "Sugar N. Spice" (yes, she's now a full-fledged SASS

member), celebrated her 18th birthday and graduated from high school soon after.

 

Now that the celebratin' has calmed down a bit, Mr. Legendary Leather

is back at the drawin' board with another custom request. Mr. I. B. Creative

 presented Mr. Legendary Leather with a mighty fine lookin' knife and sheath set.

 

 

Mighty fine lookin' indeed. However, Mr. I. B. wanted a different look

for the sheath as he was going to give it as a gift to a friend. His detailed description

of what he wanted was a bit out of the ordinary . . . even for Mr. Legendary Leather.

 

 

What in the world?! I'm right there with y'all on this one. It reminds me

of a paved street. However, some of you may have already guessed what

this actually is . . . yup . . . you ain't mistakin' . . . it's stingray skin!

Mr. I. B. had a unique idea on how he wanted this used in the new sheath.

 

 

 

Using the stingray skin as an inlay within an arrow design, Mr. Legendary

Leather was able to turn Mr. I. B. Creative's idea into reality.

 

 

 

I'm sure you would agree that this is ultimately the most unique medium

that Mr. Legendary Leather has ever worked with.

 

A mighty fine thanks to Mr. I. B. Creative for allowing Mr. Legendary

Leather to bring your vision to life. Enjoy!



WESTERNSPICE IS A HAPPY SPICE . . .

 

Some of you may remember the leggings designed by WesternSpice and crafted by

Mr. Legendary Leather sporting the 'fleur de lys' symbol that WesternSpice favors.

 

 

And then there was the other special request by WesternSpice for a knife sheath

proudly displayin' another fleur de lys design for all to see.

 

But have you seen the latest creation? . . . . . . .

 

 

Don't tell me that WesternSpice roped Mr. Legendary Leather into another one!!

 

 

Yup! Looks like she wrangled another piece of work out of her daddy. Even a

western-style young lady feels incomplete without her handbag.

 

When WesternSpice is happy, all is well in the Legendary Leather household . . .

 . . . . at least for the time bein'.

NOT ALL REQUESTS ARE WESTERN . . .

The Missus has two brothers. One is a huge NASCAR fan and the other

can easily step into the world of the cowboy. Brother Scrub Brush (always

admirin' the work of Mr. Legendary Leather) recently requested a holster for his

Springfield XD in 45 APC. A little out of the realm of western guns, however

Mr. Legendary Leather was willing to fill Brother Scrub Brush's request -  

a little something simple-like to cradle his gun.

 

 

A clip on the back of the holster provides easy removal and the ability

to clip the gun/holster in unusual places . . . even a briefcase.

 

 

 

 

With  Mr. Legendary Leather's fine hand-stitching,

we are hopeful that Brother Scrub Brush will find his new holster

measurin' up to the high standards required by all high desert dwellers.



AMMO CUFFS FINALIZED . . . .

 

The Missus is happy to report that Dastardly Dave has received

his ammo cuffs and given his stamp of approval.

 

 

 

 

Dastardly Dave has been wearin' those cuffs constantly  . . . breakin' them

in for his next shootin' day. 'Tis no different then when you prepare a new

pair of long undies for the long haul of a cold winter! Once again, a mighty

fine thanks to Dastardly D for his special request and unlimited faith

in the creativity of Mr. Legendary Leather!

 



ANOTHER UNIQUE REQUEST . . .

If there's one thing that keeps the creative juices flowing for Mr. Legendary

Leather, it's the unconventional and unique requests that he receives.

 

 

Some of you varmints may remember this special request from a couple

of years ago by a gentleman from Michigan. Well, as the fates would have

it, a kindly young man . . . known as "Dastardly Dave" from here on out . . .

came across this particular post in Mr. Legendary Leather's blog and wanted

to know how he could purchase one. Once Dastardly Dave learned that this

particular cartridge belt was a special request, he got his own creative juices

flowing and requested a bracelet that could accommodate 22LR bullets.

This led Mr. Legendary Leather to suggest an idea that had been percolatin'

in the back of his mind for some time now . . . . . .

 

 

 . . . cuffs that would accommodate Dastardly Dave's 22LR's. Creatin' a cuff

as opposed to a bracelet creates a larger area and allows the shooter access

to a larger number of bullets for his shootin' pleasure.

 

 

While still requirin' some stain and a lining on the first cuff of the proposed pair,

Dastardly Dave has been very gracious by giving Mr. Legendary Leather creative

license on the cuffs. With only a few specifications, he has lent faith to Mr. Legendary

Leather's ideas and workmanship. Many thanks to Dastardly Dave!



FEAR CONQUERED

The Missus is happy to report that Mr. Legendary Leather finally

conquered his fear and finished the pair of half chaps/botas

requested by Mr. Chaps of Texas . . . .

 

 

That lonely single half chap viewed in the previous post that required

so much of Mr. Legendary Leather's patterning now has a matching partner.

 

 

When all was said and done, Mr. Legendary Leather had become

quite attached to the pair and was wantin' to keep them fer himself.

 

 

Many gratitudes to Mr. Chaps for his request for a custom pair of half

chaps/botas and for his unlimited patience in waiting for the finished product!

 

 



FEAR . . .

There's just something about a large piece of leather that gets

Mr. Legendary Leather all riled up. But if you take that same piece

of magnificent leather and ask him to begin a large project that requires

some major pieces of leather be cut from that hide . . . he freezes stiffer

than a wet pair of long johns hanging on the line in the dead of winter!

 

He has the most horrible fear of making that first cut . . . especially

if it's somthin' he's never crafted before . . . a pattern that may need

some adjustin' because it's the first time being designed.

 

 

Now don't be thinking that Mr. Legendary Leather puts himself

through this terrifying fear just because he has nothing better to do.

It becomes more intense if it's a special request by a stranger

who has put total faith in his craftin' abilities.

 

 

We've nicknamed the requester Mr. Chaps. A total stranger who simply

wanted a specific pair of half chaps produced by a company who no longer

carries that particular pair any longer. He came across Mr. Legendary

Leather's shop on Etsy and wanted to know if he could create a pair similar

 to what he had originally wanted. Mr. Legendary Leather accepted the challenge.

 

 

However, his worst fears were recognized early on. The leather weight

was too heavy and wouldn't sit right. Even after trying a lighter weight

leather, he continued to have problems with the chaps sitting comfortably

on the leg. After many months and with adjustments to the pattern and

weight of leather, he was finally able to come up with one half

of a finished product that he presented to Mr. Chaps.

 

 

Mr. Chaps had some mighty fine words and gave the thumbs up to finish

the other leg which would complete the pair for purchase. We'll be sure to

be postin' pictures of the finished set just as soon as they are completed.

 



BRAZEE'S SMOKEHOUSE BARBECUE . . .

HAPPY NEW YEAR to all you varmints!

Yes, the Legendary Leather Clan has neglected our

blogging duties as of late, however we want you to

know that Mr. Legendary Leather has not been neglectin'

his leather crafting. Working on another large custom order,

we will be postin' some 'sneak-peek' photos real soon!

 

The Missus would now like to take a little detour off

the dusty trail. Never wantin' to miss a chance to

share news with yous varmints when we come across

somethin' worth shoutin' about! You might have guessed

that Mr. Legendary Leather is a real "meat-n-potatoes"

kind of cowboy . . . literally! And when the Missus

came home a couple of years ago with some "good eats"

from a local PTSA function, Mr. Legendary Leather couldn't

say 'nuff good words about "Brazee's Smokehouse Barbeque".

 

 

Situated in northern Orange County California, "Brazee's

Smokehouse Barbeque" is a small family catering business

that offers delicious smoked meats and assorted side dishes

that satisfy any craving for down-home comfort food. With

many catering events under their belt, "Brazee's" has also been

used by the Legendary Leather Clan for a family event and

they now come highly recommended by Mr. Legendary Leather himself! 

 

So if you are local to the southern California area and are

in need of some caterin' services for your next event,

contact "Brazee's Smokehouse Barbeque" . . . they are some mighty fine folks!



NO HIDE IS SAFE!

I have to be admittin' that Mr. Legendary Leather

has been burning the midnight oil out in his workshop.

Do you remember 'Slim Pickins' a few posts back . . .

filet knife with custom sheath sportin' a fish skeleton?

Well, Mr. Slim Pickins was so impressed with Mr. Legendary

Leather's craftin' that he ordered a few more creations.

 

 

Yeeehaaaw! That boy was so darned excited, he involved

himself in the creatin' process. Knowing that he wanted

a few custom gifts for loved ones, he picked out the bones

for the handles, the blades for the knives, and told Mr.

Legendary Leather how he wanted the leather designed.

 

 

The holster will be for Slim's pa who owns a Colt 1911 that

used to belong to his pa (Slim's grandpa).

 

 

 

Wantin' to impress his girlfriend's kin, Slim wanted to

give them custom knives/sheaths that they could use on

their monthly camping trips. Chosing zebra and impala

bones for the handles, Slim also requested initials be

carved into the plain and simple sheaths.

 

 

A mighty fine "thanks" to Mr. Slim Pickins for his enthusiasm,

generosity, and faith in Mr. Legendary Leather's creatin' abilities.

I have a feelin' that we haven't seen the last of ol' Slim!



SOCIAL NETWORKING . . .

I'll be takin' a little detour off the dusty trail today

to gab a bit about 'social networking'.

 A mighty difficult subject to talk about for a cowboy

in this age of technology, but I feel it's time to

air my updated opinion with all you varmints.

 

 

Enter the 'Captain' from 'The Craftsman's Bench' (link)

What do the Captain and Mr. Legendary Leather

have in common . . . leather, good taste in vintage

advertising, leather, a love for crafting, social networking,

 and (you guessed it) leather! The Captain is stationed in

South Korea. With a passion for craftsmanship in both

 wood and leather, the Captain has created The

Craftsman's Bench out of his need to share his

love of crafting with those overseas who may

not have easy access to such creations.

 

 

Now, I have to be admittin' that it's taken me awhile

to adjust to the social networkin' scene. An old fuddy

duddy cowboy like myself ain't used to airin' his whiles

to the world. However, I have to be admittin' that if it

weren't fer this social networkin' business, the

Captain and I would never have met. Filled with some

mighty fine comments, the Captain came across this

here blog and asked fer some advice. A might proper

fellow who has a heart for creatin' and helping others,

I'll be admittin' that this here cowboy is very much

appreciative of the Captain's kind words and discussions!

 

As fer the young lady pictured above, the Captain informs

us that her name is Adelita, the archetype heroine of the Mexican

Revolution. He notes that she is smiling and that she is armed!

 

 

This was quite appealin' to myself since I

boast of my colorful Mexican heritage.

Learn more about 'La Adelita' (link)

 

 



THANKSGIVING BLESSINGS

BLESSINGS . . .

 

 

. . . AND PRAYERS

FOR A

MIGHTY

FINE

THANKSGIVING!



HOLD 'EM UP!

Well howdy, howdy you varmints!

The Legendary Leather Clan has been mighty busy

with the 'goin's on of life' as of late.

Fresh from vending at the "Gunfight Behind the Jersey Lilly",

Mr. Legendary Leather wanted to share one

of his newest creations with you all.

 

 

Well . . . what do you think about them thar leather suspenders?

 

 

 . . . all leather . . .

 

 

. . . hand made and hand stitched . . .

 

 

. . . and 'period-correct' for SASS and them thar cowboys.

 

 

PERFECT  for holding up yer grungy britches!

 



GONE FISHIN'

Well folks, the Missus just couldn't wait to add this post.

Special requests for Mr. Legendary Leather's craftin' are

always mighty excitin' and the household can't wait to see the results.

 

 

Mr. Slim Pickins wanted somethin' special to mark his

brother's 30th birthday . . . somethin' unique, yet utilitarian.

The request was for a personalized filet knife and sheath set.

 

 

Cow bone handles, stainless steele filet blade, initials of the

recipient, and the date to commemorate the occasion. Mr.

Legendary Leather sought the unique design that would

truly make this sheath set stand out from the rest.

 

 

 

 

Mission accomplished! The Missus is proud to report that

Mr. Slim Pickins was overjoyed with the result and is now

thinking of future projects for Mr. Legendary Leather.

Pictures just don't give due credit to this project!

 



WORD OF MOUTH . . .

There's no better compliment than 'word of mouth'.

Mr. Legendary Leather is much blessed to receive

special requests for custom work due to 'word of mouth'.

Mr. Hit Factor from Michigan has kindly requested a few

creations from Mr. Legendary Leather in the past and has

now been a might kinder by referrin' another kindly soul

who has a special request for Mr. Legendary Leather's talents.

The Michigan Kid (friend to Mr. Hit Factor) treasures a

family heirloom and wanted a left-handed replica holster to

match the heirloom holster, which currently holds a high

standard H-D military .22 pistol. Based purely on the kind

words of Mr. Hit Factor, The Michigan Kid put his trust and

faith in the abilities of Mr. Legendary Leather and mailed

the original holster for Mr. Legendary Leather to study.

As you've heard the Missus mention prior, it's always

hard to match the color of an existing piece, exactly.

Time and wear on the leather affects the coloring.

However, Mr. Legendary Leather did his best to match

the color as well as the design and style of the original

holster. Rumor has it that The Michigan Kid is mighty

pleased with his replica holster.

Many gratitudes go out to The Michigan Kid for his

blind faith in Mr. Legendary Leather's talents.