Thick English Bridle

[firstcapitalfirearms]

I am looking for wholesalers who sell 12/13 oz English Bridle or "English" as some other wholesalers call it. I am actually using it for belts. I know of Weaver's but I am not fond of their minimum requirements and yearly amount of 1200.00. I also have read some negative posts on this site concerning the quality of leather from there. 

I also am aware of Tandy and Springfield as well. If anyone else knows of other sources I would appreciate it. 

 

Thanks

 

Mark

[MADMAX22]

Hermann Oak (has minimum order)

Wickett and Craig

If your looking for the real waxy english bridle I would suggest Booth & Co (american importer of sedgwick leather).

 

Edited November 14, 2016 by MADMAX22

[gracefulmeg]

You can buy it direct from Hermann Oak - 5 side/back minimum, which sounds well over your minimum preference. I'm working on getting there, myself, too. 

http://www.hermannoakleather.com/products-and-pricing/english-bridle

Springfield is where I get my HO bridle because I like to pick my hides out in store and I have a wholesale account with them. 

Maverick Leather is another good choice if you're not in a hurry. They stock H/O and Wickett & Craig bridle leather http://maverickleathercompany.com/product-category/hermann-oak/

Hermann Oak is the only type of bridle leather I work with because I like to do a little stamping work with it. Others will have better input, I'm sure. 

[MADMAX22]

You can stamp W&C also, the american english bridle is alot different then the true english bridle which has a real thick waxy top coat. I have actually redyed W&C bridle to darker colors with decent success and like some of the results Ive gotten. 

If you go with W&C maverick leather has some nice prices but they are not near as nice as what you get from the tannery where you can spend a little more and order actual top grade leather hides. 

[gracefulmeg]

11 hours ago, MADMAX22 said:

If you go with W&C maverick leather has some nice prices but they are not near as nice as what you get from the tannery where you can spend a little more and order actual top grade leather hides. 

Agreed. I'd say any time you don't buy direct from the tannery, it's going to be hit or miss on quality - whether you buy from weaver, Springfield, or maverick. 

I have been buying from weaver quite a bit the later half of this year. I won't be any longer due to the minimums mentioned. Their prices for mere peasants like me are not competitive. I've gotten some great stuff from them and some meh stuff. Same experience with springfield the few times I've had leather shipped to me instead of picking it out in store. 

[JerseyFirefighter]

Thoroughbred leather carries 13/15oz bridle sides for $8.85/sq. (note it doesnt specify English for what it's worth) You have to contact Mark via email to place an order. Send a request to markcoxon01@gmail.com and he will give you a price list. The only caution i've noticed as of late is that his stock levels can vary. I would consider not waiting until last minute until ordering and ask if the stuff is in stock before you confirm the order.

Edited November 14, 2016 by JerseyFirefighter