The Story of Mason Carter

A craftsman’s farewell after 40 years

A Life in Leather

My name is Mason Carter. For more than 40 years, I ran a small leather workshop. Belts, wallets, bags — all made by hand, one piece at a time. That shop was my second home, and leatherwork was more than a trade. It was who I was.

I started young. My father repaired saddles and farm gear, and he taught me how to respect leather. “Build it strong enough to outlive you,” he used to say. At 17, I made my first wallet. It was rough, but it held together, and it lit a fire in me that never went out.

Building a Workshop

Through the years, I built up my little shop. Nothing fancy — just the smell of hides, the sound of tools, and steady work. Folks around town started coming by. Then word spread further. Men carried my belts for decades. Some came back to tell me their old wallet finally wore out after 20 years, and they wanted another. That kind of thing kept me going.

For more than four decades, I kept at it. Day in, day out. Leather, thread, tools, patience. That’s how you make something that lasts.

The Accident

But life changes fast. Not long ago, I was crossing the street when a car hit me. It wasn’t just a bump — it was bad. I spent weeks in the hospital and months trying to recover. I’m thankful to still be here, but the truth is, my body isn’t the same.

The long hours of cutting, stitching, and burnishing leather are behind me. My hands don’t work the way they used to, and I can’t keep up with the demands of the craft. After a lot of thought, I had to face it: I can’t run the shop anymore.

The Final Pieces

What you see here are the last pieces I’ll ever make. Every belt, wallet, and bag was cut, stitched, and finished by hand — the same way I’ve done for over 40 years. No machines, no shortcuts. Just the old way.

I’m offering them at up to 80% off. This isn’t about money anymore. It’s about making sure the last of my work finds good homes. Once these are gone, there won’t be any more.

A Craftsman’s Goodbye

If you decide to carry one of my pieces, know that it’s more than leather. It’s the final chapter of a lifetime spent working with my hands. Built to last, built with pride, built the way things used to be.

Thank you for letting my work live on with you.

— Mason Carter

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This is what my customers say

Donald Miller

"The difference between this and store-bought leather is night and day. The leather is thick, rich, and smells like real cowhide should. Hand-stitched, and finished with traditional techniques you don't see anymore. My bag has become my daily carry for everything. After years of cheap leather goods falling apart, this is refreshingly authentic and built to last."

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Brown Leather Backpack | BARCELONA

$159.95

$499.95

Ryan Anderson

"My wallet has been through everything - daily use for 8 years, countless trips, rain, heat, you name it. Still holds its shape perfectly, and the leather just keeps getting better with age. The stitching hasn't loosened anywhere. This is the kind of quality our grandfathers expected from leather goods. Built like they used to make them."

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Leather RFID Blocking Wallets For Men | HUDSON

$159.95

$499.95

Joseph Wilson

"I've owned this belt for over a decade and it still looks incredible. The leather has developed a beautiful patina over the years, and the stitching is as solid as the day I bought it. This is what real leather goods should be - built to last a lifetime. You can feel the difference in quality immediately when you handle it. Worth every penny."

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James Leather Belt Classic light brown

$49.00

$150.00

Eric Johnson

"Exceptional hand-stitching throughout - you can see the care and precision in every detail. The leather is thick, supple, and clearly high-grade. No machine stitching, no corners cut. The hardware is solid brass that's held up perfectly. This is old-school craftsmanship at its finest. I'll never buy mass-produced leather goods again after experiencing this quality."

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