WHY THIS COLLAR & MATCHING LEAD
- Sturdy construction for strength and security
- Padded soft leather lining for your dog's comfort
- Rolled soft leather edge to prevent cutting of the coat
- Rolled soft leather lead is strong and pliable but soft and comfortable to hold and handle
- Durable and reliable, with a goodwill stitching guarantee*
- Leather is kinder to skin and coat than synthetic alternatives
- Fabulous range of colours to choose from
- Handmade in London
*please refer to the goodwill stitching guarantee, link at bottom of page
Sizing
Collar Total Length end-to-end including buckle (approx) plus Width including padding
XS = 37cm (W 20mm or 3/4in)
S = 42cm (W 20mm or 3/4in)
S/M = 47cm (W 23mm or 7/8in)
M = 52cm (W 23mm or 7/8in)
ML = 57cm (W 30mm or 1 and 1/8in)
L = 62cm (W 30mm or 1 and 1/8in)
XL = 67cm (W 35mm or 1 and 3/8in)
XXL = 72cm (W 35mm or 1 and 3/8in)
Lead Total Length end-to-end including handle and hook is approx 130cm (51.5in).
Lead thickness as follows:
S = approx 8mm (5/16in) plus stitched seam
M = 10mm (3/8in)
L = 12mm (1/2in)
Materials
Made of a full-grain hide leather outer strap with soft padded leather lining.
Solid brass or nickel-plated brass load-bearing fittings.
Suitable for all breeds though a favourite with Jacks, Cockers, Springers, Beagles, Pointers, Flatcoats, Vizslas, Labradors and Goldens.
For dogs with a longer coat (eg. Golden Retriever, Setter, Bernese, Alsatian) the padded collar has soft rolled edges to help prevent cutting of the coat.
Paired with a matching Rolled Soft Leather Lead featuring heavier (thicker/stiffer) leather at the handle joint and end-tip to secure the hook
Care Instructions
A cleaning with dubbin or saddle soap, then buffed with a leather restorative like Neat's Foot Oil or a beeswax product (e.g. Renapur or Leather Genie) will help restore the leather to its natural lustre and protect it against the elements.
Leather and Water. To help ensure the longevity of your dog's leather collar, allow to air-dry (not on a radiator) after it gets wet and ensure it is dry before re-using. Treat with a leather restorative, as above. Although we seal the edges, water can still infiltrate the leather and cause it to deteriorate (cleaning with a damp cloth and a mild non-abrasive cleaner is also fine though always advisable to test to ensure colour does not lift).
Metal fittings. Brass will tarnish as it's exposed to air or damp conditions. Allowing the brass to tarnish or form a patina is called 'living brass'. Which some people enjoy. But to restore the shine, simply treat brass or other metals with a metal cleaner (eg. Brasso). Do not allow your dog to breathe in the fumes from metal cleaners.
Regular Inspection. We encourage regular hands-on inspection and cleaning of your items to ensure against wear and tear and to ensure the comfort and security of your dog.
Do not allow the leather to come into contact with the chemicals from commercially-available flea spot-on treatments. This will damage the leather and may cause the dye to run (this applies to all leather - including car seats or leather upholstered furniture).
