The Journal

Stories from the workshop.

Craft notes, leather guides, and the people who carry our wallets every day.

Law enforcement EDC leather kit — Bull Sheath Leather badge wallet
Aug 24, 2026

What Law Enforcement Officers Actually Carry EDC: The Real Breakdown

See what law enforcement officers actually carry every day, from credentials and cuffs to flashlights, knives, belts, and a durable badge...

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best bifold wallets for men — Bull Sheath Leather best bifold wallets for men
Aug 21, 2026

Best Bifold Wallets for Men: A Full-Grain Leather Buyer's Guide

Learn what separates the best bifold wallets for men: full-grain leather, strong stitching, useful capacity, and construction made for da...

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Dark brown full-grain leather bifold wallet with three bold block initials deeply stamped into the front panel on aged dark wood custom monogramming
Aug 19, 2026

Monogrammed Leather Wallet: How Custom Engraving Works (and What to Order)

Learn how leather wallet monogramming works, how to order initials, and what to choose when you want a personalized full-grain wallet mad...

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Curated flat lay of leather goods on aged dark wood including a western long wallet, coiled gun belt, leather keychain and badge wallet fall gifts
Aug 17, 2026

Labor Day Gift Guide: Best Men's Leather Gifts for Fall 2026

Shop practical Labor Day gifts for men, including handmade leather wallets, belts, and accessories made in Mansfield, Texas for years of ...

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A thick full-grain leather gun belt coiled on rough wood with a nickel roller buckle, standing stiffly on its own ccw belt
Aug 14, 2026

Concealed Carry Belt Guide: What Makes One Actually Work

A reliable concealed carry belt needs the right stiffness, thickness, and fit. Learn what supports IWB and OWB holsters without sagging o...

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Side-by-side comparison of a tall hand-tooled western long wallet versus a slim standard bifold on aged cedar planks cowboy wallet
Aug 12, 2026

Western Wallet vs. Regular Wallet: What's the Real Difference?

Compare western and regular wallets by size, tooling, carry style, and leather quality to choose the right handmade wallet for everyday u...

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Hand-tooled western long wallet in saddle-tan full-grain leather with floral scrollwork tooling on cedar fence rail cowboy wallets for men
Aug 10, 2026

Western Wallets for Men: The 2026 Buyer's Guide

Use this 2026 guide to compare western wallets for men by style, size, tooling, and leather quality before choosing one made for long-ter...

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Full-grain dark leather badge wallet open on steel fire engine hood with gold firefighter shield badge visible fire department badge holder
Aug 07, 2026

Firefighter Badge Wallet: What to Look For When Your Credentials Matter

Learn how to choose a firefighter badge wallet for larger badge shapes, credentials, off-duty carry, and dependable full-grain leather co...

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Full-grain leather police badge wallet resting on wooden desk beside a brass badge badge holder wallet
Aug 05, 2026

Best Police Badge Holders 2026: What Actually Holds Up on Duty

Compare police badge holder styles, materials, fit, and credential storage to choose a full-grain leather badge wallet built for duty car...

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Full-grain leather badge wallet open flat showing gold shield badge and ID window on slate surface badge holder wallet
Aug 03, 2026

Leather Badge Holder vs. Badge Wallet: Which One Do You Actually Need?

Compare a leather badge holder with a badge wallet for duty, plainclothes, and daily carry so you can choose the setup that fits your cre...

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Hand measuring fixed blade knife with digital calipers showing blade width — Bull Sheath Leather custom knife sheath
Jun 30, 2026

How to Measure for a Leather Knife Sheath — Get the Fit Right

How to measure for a custom leather knife sheath — blade length, width at the widest point, spine thickness, and how to get a perfect fit...

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