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Handmade leather bags & wallets – designed, cut, and stitched in the USA. Vintage soul meets modern design in every one-of-a-kind piece. Crafted with intention, full of texture and character, and made to last a lifetime. Your 1974 leather will arrive from my hands to yours, ready to be a trusted companion on your journey.

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1974 Leather Co.

A Rare Ready to Ship Savannah River Hobo

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    Excellent craftsmanship. This Savannah River Tote is what dreams are made of. Happy to support a small business.

    < Stacey >

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    Thank you 1974 Leather for creating this high quality, American made wallet that I am proud to show off. The Finnegan is strong, good looking and is designed to meet my needs.


    < Henry >

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    Beautifully made products! Custom finishing touches and attention to detail take this artist and creator over the top.

    < Lindsey >

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press & stories

  • 1974 River Collection Story

    A distinctively designed collection inspired by the raw, rustic, organically shaped edges found on any tanned leather hide. Sometimes those edges are slightly darker in color than the rest of the hide and often show more texture, depth, and beauty. No two will...

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  • What is Vegetable Tanned Leather?

    Did you know all 1974 leather goods are made from veg-tan (vegetable tanned) leather? Some might confuse this with...

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  • Why You'll Love These Leather Goods

    1974 leather goods are best known for their off-the-cuff attitude. Indie-spirited. Modern, yet vintage infused. Where stories have seeped in, dwelling in each...

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