Wicket And Craig English Bridle Vs Hermann Oak

[Harfang]

I am looking to buy some english bridle. I've worked with Hermann Oak and I know its amazing. But its not easy to get ahold of.

I just got a set of samples from Wicket and Craig and its AWFUL! this surprises me because i've heard such great things. it was dry, and cracked at the slightest bend. Are their samples representative of the actual product? How does WC english bridle compare to Hermann Oak?

[TwinOaks]

Not sure where you got the idea that hermann oak is difficult to get...you can get it from springfield leather in anything froma square foot to a side. No input on the W&C.

[particle]

I have a set of samples from W&C and wasn't overly impressed. However, I'm not sure if their intention was to impress you with the quality of the samples, or simple demonstrate color and general feel of the leather. Several of the pieces have a white powdery/waxy coating - I assume it's the wax stuffing and simply needs to be buffed away - never tried, they're just hanging on my peg board. That being said, it doesn't concern me at all - I am thoroughly happy with the leather from Wickett & Craig - it's very high quality. I love that I can order single hides directly from the tannery and they will split vegetable tanned leather "Tooling/Holster/Carving" leather for no additional cost. They're actually mailing me a few samples of English Bridle "Chestnut", split to 4-5oz - should have them any day now. I love Herman Oak too, but just noting that you should not judge W&C simply by their little 3 or 4 inch sample squares that are mass produced, probably from belly cut-offs, and no telling how long they've been sitting on a shelf waiting to be shipped out.

Edited March 1, 2013 by particle

[Art]

Six or more years ago, I get some W&C samples (on a ball chain) at a show and was not favorably impressed. However the rep said "trust me" and I did. For veg tanned, that is all I order now. Their leather is excellent.

Art

[Harfang]

Thanks for the responses. I feel better about ordering some today.

Not sure where you got the idea that hermann oak is difficult to get...you can get it from springfield leather in anything froma square foot to a side. No input on the W&C.

I've purchased Hermann Oak veg tanned from Springfield before and was happy with the service and quality. I didn't know they carried their english bridle though.

[TwinOaks]

I'm pretty sure i completely missed the English Bridle part of that question.....however, it might not hurt to give them a call and ask.

I presume this is not what your asking for: http://springfieldleather.com/30895/Side%2CHarness%2COld-World%2CRusset/

[Jax]

Is it the English bridle samples that have the powdery/waxy coating? If so that is normal & will buff away no problem, with a soft brush or cloth & a little elbow grease.

[troop]

i use Wickett and Craig English Bridle for all of my briefcases. it is alwaysupple, and awsome to work with.

Tony

[particle]

I received my W&C split 3.5-4oz english bridle samples yesterday. WOW, this stuff is beautiful! Has a great feel to it.

[sherpa]

I need a couple of people to share the cost of a Hermann Oak order from the tannery. There is a minimum order of 5 sides of the same color and also few options that can be added. I am flexible regarding color, gauge, etc. Info here: www.hermannoakleather.com. I have a splitter so it would be my preference to buy a heavier side. It can be ordered unfinished as well. I would be happy to have it delivered here and ship it out.