Tiger Thread: Is There Seriously Not A Comparable Braided Poly Thread In The United States?

[dcobranding]

At this very moment, I have a shopping cart full of various colors and thicknesses of Tiger thread at Abbey England. I understand that Abbey England is a great supplier, but shipping costs are outrageous. It only makes sense to buy as much variety as I can afford in order to "save" on shipping. That said, I really would rather not have $200+ tied up in THREAD(!) at this time.

Are there seriously no comparable alternatives to Tiger thread available here in the United States of America?! Bruce Cheaney, a saddle maker in Texas, highly recommended Trencilo. I also found this (http://www.sheridanleather.com/Braided_Poly_Thread_p/braided-pound-thread.htm) which might be the same stuff. It appears to only come in white.

I appreciate any input you care to share.

Best,

David

[dcobranding]

It appears that http://ludlowleather.com/ offers Tiger thread here in the United States (sorry mods, I didn't see the post by Mr. Armitage).

I still would like to know if anyone has found any comparable alternatives in terms of quality and variety.

Best,

David

[cem]

Apart from Trencilo, the only other braided threads that I know of that might be available directly to you in America is Classic by Coats Industrial, Serabraid by the Amann Group and the stuff Tandy sells. I've seen or have samples of these three and the braid isn't quite as tight as Tiger Ritza.

None of the others really have the variety of Tiger Ritza though for colours or sizing.

[WScott]

Do a search on here for tiger thread, there are members selling it and it has been all over the website

...and it is that good IMHO

[DavidL]

If you never used tiger thread before or braided thread try out a spool or sample before you buy 200 dollars worth of goods. For me personally I don't prefer it as it looks clunky (.8mm at 7SPI). .6mm would look better, linen is what I prefer after trying out ritza and Tiger. I can see why people like the thread though.

I have some samples available in black and brown from my own personal usage that I sell on my etsy.

Edited May 12, 2014 by DavidL

[dcobranding]

Thanks for the info. Much appreciated.

[Hi Im Joe]

Some people have recommended the Maine Thread Co. waxed polycord. I am going to buy some because you can get a bundle for 20 bucks and its made in the USA.

[dcobranding]

Thanks Joe. I'll definitely try Maine Thread Co.'s "polycord" as they call it.

By the looks of it, I'm not sure this product is apples-to-apples with Tiger. Their light weight is 2-3 ply while their heavy weight is only 6 ply, where Tiger is 12-ish if I recall correctly. Their poly looks to be round, where Tiger is flat. But, that said, I look forward to trying their product to see for myself. I'm finding myself geeking out a little more than I'm comfortable with about thread lately. Ha.

Thanks again for the heads up.

[Hi Im Joe]

Thanks Joe. I'll definitely try Maine Thread Co.'s "polycord" as they call it.

By the looks of it, I'm not sure this product is apples-to-apples with Tiger. Their light weight is 2-3 ply while their heavy weight is only 6 ply, where Tiger is 12-ish if I recall correctly. Their poly looks to be round, where Tiger is flat. But, that said, I look forward to trying their product to see for myself. I'm finding myself geeking out a little more than I'm comfortable with about thread lately. Ha.

Thanks again for the heads up.

Yeah I don't think its the same design as Tiger Thread. Just thought you'd like another option.

[DavidL]

The only threads I know of that will compare are some vintage stock poly braid thread. A brand under rice or something similar I believe sells this type of thread, out of production for years however. Vintage new old stock may be the only option or you might find an undiscovered brand.