Preferred Suppliers, Vendors & Partners
We’re asked all the time where we buy our leather, which tools hold up over time, and what suppliers help keep our workshop running smoothly. This page brings together the materials, vendors, and partners we rely on most to keep production moving at Odin Leather Goods.
If you’re new to leathercraft, use this as a trustworthy starting point to build your toolkit. If you’re experienced, think of this as a transparent look into the suppliers and shop essentials we actually use.
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OLG Amazon Store
A quick way to browse many of our most-used workshop essentials—especially helpful if you’re building your setup and want dependable gear fast.
My Favorite Suppliers and Partners
These are the vendors we lean on most for leather, hardware, and shop needs—reliable sources that help keep real production work moving.
- Thunder Laser
- Weaver Leather Supply
- Buckle Guy
- District Leather Supply
- Lonestar Adhesives
Favorite Leathers
A handful of tannages and hides we consistently come back to—great options for makers who want premium results and predictable performance.
Preferred Tanneries
- Hermann Oak - Skirting, Harness, and Bridle
- Wicket & Craig - Harness and Bridle
- Sepeci
Preferred Leathers
- La Perla Azzurra Country
- La Perla Azzurra Missouri
- MPG Apollo
- Shell Cordovan
- Valdibrana Vachetta Leather
- Cow Suede
Laser Cutting, Engraving, and Marking
The cutting tools we reach for when accuracy matters—useful upgrades that help you cut cleaner lines and work more confidently.
- Thunder Laser Nova Plus 51 80W (CO2)
- Thunder Laser Aurora Lite 50W (Fiber)
Blades + Cutting Tools
The cutting tools we reach for when accuracy matters—useful upgrades that help you cut cleaner lines and work more confidently.
Hand Tools
Small tools that make a big difference in consistency—layout, marking, measuring, and finishing helpers we use constantly.
Edge Work
Simple edge tools and supplies that help you get more controlled application and cleaner finishes—especially helpful for newer makers.
Adhesives
Glues and tapes we trust for clean assembly and reliable hold. Great adhesives reduce shifting, improve stitch lines, and make builds less frustrating.
- Intercom Glue Machines
- Intecom Glue, Ecostick — High Strength or Medium Strength
- Renia Aquilim 315
- Double-Sided Tape
- Glue Spreader: Video / Link
- FastCap GlueBot Glue Applicator: Video / Link
Sewing Machines
Machines we’ve used and trusted across different types of leatherwork. If you’re researching an upgrade, these links are a solid place to start.
- Thor 1508
- Thor 1341 (we have this setup as a dedicated binding machine)
- Cobra 441 Cylinder Arm Machine
- Cobra 26 Cylinder Arm Machine
- Cobra 18 Flat Bed Machine
- Cobra 8110 8" Post Bed Machine
- Adler 888
- Adler 669
Machinery
Production-friendly equipment and references—plus our own used equipment collection when we’re ready to rehome workshop gear.
- Druckel Benchtop Leather Splitter
- Intercom 1998 Glue Machine w/ Vacum/Filter Table
- Weaver Multi-Function Foot Press:Â Video / Link
- Manual Clicker Press: Video / Link
We often bring new machinery into the shop to support different projects and production needs. When we do, we'll make our unused or little-used machinery available for purchase.
Hardware
Hardware resources and references we use in the shop—helpful if you’re building projects that need dependable closures and fastening systems.
Top Suppliers
- Weaver Leather Craft
- BuckleGuy
