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Best reviews of April 2026
Great experience using the same card case daily for 6 months and seeing it age from regular use.
Black Lotus Leather Custom Card Case in Korba Buffalo Calf NaturalBy litespeedd • April 6, 2026"As a commuter, I have been using my card case daily to hold my driver's license, credit cards, work ID, and some cash. I open it regularly to swipe in to get into my office, when taking public transit, or when buying food...."Read the full review
It just holds my pants up but that’s very important.
Nicks Belt in Wickett & Craig Natural Veg TanBy brusa • April 6, 2026"Daily wear. This specific temper is stiffer than oiled veg tanned leathers I also own. Makes for great holster retention for EDC while still very comfortable..."Read the full review
A simply great wallet for a simple man from a great friend.
Pale's Custom Leatherworks Slim Wallet in Horween Brown Waxed FleshBy Theakkid • April 6, 2026"Been edc'ing this thing since mid october so its seen pretty much everything. Although I'm not sure how much there is to see from inside my pocket...."Read the full review
Awesome wallet
Nicks Mini Trucker Wallet in Wickett & Craig Natural SkirtingBy zestyclosemedicine • April 5, 2026"This wallet has traveled, been in machines, heat, cold, and everywhere in-between...."Read the full review
These vintage boots got put to work
Bone Dry Shoe Co Model 26 Work Boot in Unknown LeatherBy lighthouse • April 5, 2026"These 60+ year old boots have been my daily drivers as a self-employed carpenter. It felt right to put them to the work they were designed to do. I did my best to keep them away from anything too hazardous like concrete or paint, but if you squint you can find a little primer on there. I’ve done my best to keep them clean, the sawdust brushes off mostly...."Read the full review
Ugly Shoe Club!
Oak Street Bootmakers Country Loafer in Horween Natural Indigo Chromexcel RoughoutBy Clemmach • April 5, 2026"Walk around the house shoes
I wore them anytime I wasn’t at work, walking the dog or sleeping..."Read the full review
Six months of transformative wear
Nicks Custom Model in Wickett & Craig Slate Double StuffedBy RubenHernandez • April 5, 2026"All the creases and rolls have been earned through serious miles of walking and hours of work. I used these boots to hike, work, church, Disney trips and everything in between...."Read the full review
eBay mold special brought back to life.
L.L.Bean Maine Hunting Shoe 12" in Unknown LeatherBy feetpics • April 5, 2026"Used these in heavy rain and snow. Mostly as chore boots...."Read the full review
I’ve made a handful of wallets, but this is the first with this exact design and it hits the mark!
DIY ID Card Wallet in Unknown Natural Veg Tan Outside And Tanzanian Goat InsideBy philbert • April 5, 2026"I’ve carried this wallet every day from the start of the dome. Im an office worker during the week, and a bird watching, hiker/gardener the rest of the time so it’s covered a lot of miles...."Read the full review
These shoes are rad! But patina?…. Not so much
Quoddy Classic Ring Boot in Leopard Print Hair On CalfBy philbert • April 5, 2026"My wife wore these as house slippers and no matter how many times I tried to convince her they could handle outside duty, she wasn’t going for it. Super comfy house shoes, but not put to their full potential during this thunderdome...."Read the full review
I love these boots. They've worn in beautifully. I don't see them failing me anytime soon.
Nicks TankerPro in Horween Black ChromexcelBy Mobius_Mustache • April 5, 2026"Working in large jobsite conditions rain or shine...."Read the full review
A great value for what it is!
Brave Star Selvage RW Leather Belt In Vegtan in Unknown Natural Veg TanBy DaveWilkes • April 5, 2026"This belt has been my primary belt for the last six months. Worn every day, all day...."Read the full review
My favorite pair of boots ever. Comfortable and versatile. From hiking to the office. A+
Jim Green 719 Custom in Jim Green / Veg Tan WalnutBy willwestphotos • April 5, 2026"Excellent..."Read the full review
Nice of the last fits
JK Boots Superduty in Brown CowhideBy questrel • April 5, 2026"Conservation field work in the foothills of the PNW coast range...."Read the full review
