ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

papasmurf · 19 November 2012, 07:07 AM

hi all- is anyone else here really into alligator skin? Am shopping around for belts and wallets. Paul Stuart and Ralph Lauren make some good ones, but I am wondering if there are some good alternate sources where I don't have to pay for their marketing and branding costs. there are some independent shops on ebay that have good ratings. Wanted to see if someone here has recommendations.

Kingair · 19 November 2012, 07:11 AM

Here you go

http://www.abp-paris.com

HAGOne

roadie1 · 19 November 2012, 08:31 AM

I've had several alligator belts and a purse for my wife made by Flemings in Atlanta. Two I've had for 20 + years and worn often.
A few years back I discovered John Allen Woodward in the Bay Area. He's made two horn back belts, a saltwater croc wallet and my wife a purse. Incredible quality! Here's a pic of my salt water croc wallet. It's about 8 years old and used almost daily. Still not broken in!ImageUploadedByTapatalk1353277860.603953.jpg

http://www.johnallenwoodward.com/joh...dwardhome.html

roadie1 · 19 November 2012, 08:41 AM

http://www.johnallenwoodward.com/joh...dwardhome.html

Dqman · 19 November 2012, 09:52 AM

bettinardiltd.com. Jimmy is a Bettinardi putter dealer but also sells House of Fleming and a couple other makers including his own label now. Check out his site, click on his exotic leather goods tab and email him any questions. Great customer service.

Chris

Kokoshawnuff · 19 November 2012, 10:36 AM

I've always had good luck with the Florida based ebay sellers. It's not Ralph Lauren, but something simple is well worth the $35 or so

c.rod · 19 November 2012, 11:56 AM

honestly, when it comes to these type of goods you are better off NOT buying from "major " name brands... polo etc.

papasmurf · 19 November 2012, 03:22 PM

Cool - thanks for all the advice. The JAW stuff is amazing!

roadie1 · 25 November 2012, 09:36 AM

This post got me thinking of getting a new JAW wallet. I spoke to him the other day and he's going to make me a new alligator piece. Will post a pic when I receive it.

Wacker23 · 25 November 2012, 01:46 PM

Roadie that wallet is beautiful.

ippon20 · 26 November 2012, 06:34 AM

I'll hook you up with an alligator wallet. Shoot me a PM.

mgent · 28 November 2012, 06:14 AM

W. Kleinburg for belts - I have a number of their straps, and they are fantastic...

conrail · 28 November 2012, 06:47 AM

I do enjoy a nice matte-finished alligator product over conventional glossy crocodile

conrail · 28 November 2012, 06:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mgent

W. Kleinburg for belts - I have a number of their straps, and they are fantastic...

I just checked them out. $500+ for a belt!? http://www.wkleinberg.com/servlet/th...2C-belt/Detail

I thought paying $80 on sale at Allen Edmonds for a belt was a lot.... Dear god.

roadie1 · 3 December 2012, 09:10 AM

ImageUploadedByTapatalk1354489455.189767.jpg
After this thread began, I started lusting after a new full, larger alligator wallet. I called John Allen Woodward for a consultation and decided on this piece. It's full alligator and larger than my previous wallet but a bit thinner so it fits better in my khaki pants. Love it! Awesome quality as are all my JAW products!

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

roadie1 · 3 December 2012, 09:35 AM

ImageUploadedByTapatalk1354491252.304915.jpg
Here's a shot of the interior for those that appreciate a fine quality of finish.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

mgent · 20 February 2013, 02:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by conrail

I just checked them out. $500+ for a belt!? http://www.wkleinberg.com/servlet/th...2C-belt/Detail

I thought paying $80 on sale at Allen Edmonds for a belt was a lot.... Dear god.

I doubt you'd get alligator for $80 most anywhere... The straps are great, interchangable buckles, and last for years - like good shoes, worth the investment!

dddrees · 21 February 2013, 09:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roadie1

Attachment 334129
Here's a shot of the interior for those that appreciate a fine quality of finish.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Awesome!!

SearChart · 22 February 2013, 02:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roadie1

Attachment 334129
Here's a shot of the interior for those that appreciate a fine quality of finish.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Very nice!

jolimont · 22 February 2013, 12:48 PM

I love croc/lizard/snakeskin items

Too bad I can't pull off the shoes

dddrees · 4 March 2013, 12:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roadie1

http://www.johnallenwoodward.com/joh...dwardhome.html

Thanks for the information.

I decided to order one of their hand braded wallets.

Pictures from their website.

Culley22 · 6 March 2013, 05:46 AM

Love this thread, will have my new wallet here shortly!

dddrees · 6 March 2013, 06:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Culley22

Love this thread, will have my new wallet here shortly!

Did you order one from here:

http://www.johnallenwoodward.com/joh...dwardhome.html

If so which one did you order?

roadie1 · 6 March 2013, 12:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dddrees

Thanks for the information.

I decided to order one of their hand braded wallets.

Pictures from their website.

Awesome! Post pics when you receive it!

dddrees · 6 March 2013, 12:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roadie1

Awesome! Post pics when you receive it!

Supposed to get it tomorrow. However with the weather being what it is, it might be another day or so.

Fingers crossed.

Thanks again for the link. I've been looking and comparing different wallets for awhile.

I saw this one, and no further comparisons were necessary.

77T · 6 March 2013, 01:23 PM

That should make all your "dead presidents" look finer!

dddrees · 6 March 2013, 01:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

That should make all your "dead presidents" look finer!

That, or it'll leave me less of them to carry around.

Kingair · 6 March 2013, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dddrees

That, or it'll leave me less of them to carry around.

Really nice wallet

Love it

HAGOne

dddrees · 6 March 2013, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kingair

Really nice wallet

Love it

HAGOne

Thanks Marc.

I couldn't have done it without roadie1 though.

Kingair · 6 March 2013, 02:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dddrees

Thanks Marc.

I couldn't have done it without roadie1 though.

I just checked their website . . . really nice stuff.

I think that I might be a new customer in a few months when I got some spare to visit the store

HAGOne

19 November 2012, 07:07 AM	#1
papasmurf "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Brad Location: San Fran Watch: rolex Posts: 47	Gator skin men's accessories hi all- is anyone else here really into alligator skin? Am shopping around for belts and wallets. Paul Stuart and Ralph Lauren make some good ones, but I am wondering if there are some good alternate sources where I don't have to pay for their marketing and branding costs. there are some independent shops on ebay that have good ratings. Wanted to see if someone here has recommendations.

19 November 2012, 08:31 AM	#3
roadie1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southeast Watch: Divers, GMT Posts: 2,149	I've had several alligator belts and a purse for my wife made by Flemings in Atlanta. Two I've had for 20 + years and worn often. A few years back I discovered John Allen Woodward in the Bay Area. He's made two horn back belts, a saltwater croc wallet and my wife a purse. Incredible quality! Here's a pic of my salt water croc wallet. It's about 8 years old and used almost daily. Still not broken in!ImageUploadedByTapatalk1353277860.603953.jpg http://www.johnallenwoodward.com/joh...dwardhome.html Last edited by roadie1; 19 November 2012 at 08:40 AM.. Reason: Wrong name

26 November 2012, 06:34 AM	#11
ippon20 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Dan Location: Orlando/NSB, FL Watch: 16710 (3186) Posts: 1,629	I'll hook you up with an alligator wallet. Shoot me a PM. __________________ Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Instagram @pivot_and_spine

28 November 2012, 06:47 AM	#13
conrail "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Boston Posts: 3,177	I do enjoy a nice matte-finished alligator product over conventional glossy crocodile __________________ "Oh, you give a f****' aspirin a headache, pal!"

6 March 2013, 05:46 AM	#22
Culley22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Nome, AK Watch: amacallit Posts: 719	Love this thread, will have my new wallet here shortly! __________________ 116333, 216570, PAM372

19 November 2012, 07:11 AM	#2
Kingair "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA Watch: Not enough ;-) Posts: 21,232	Here you go http://www.abp-paris.com HAGOne

19 November 2012, 08:41 AM	#4
roadie1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southeast Watch: Divers, GMT Posts: 2,149	http://www.johnallenwoodward.com/joh...dwardhome.html

19 November 2012, 09:52 AM	#5
Dqman "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 66	bettinardiltd.com. Jimmy is a Bettinardi putter dealer but also sells House of Fleming and a couple other makers including his own label now. Check out his site, click on his exotic leather goods tab and email him any questions. Great customer service. Chris

19 November 2012, 10:36 AM	#6
Kokoshawnuff "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Los Angeles Posts: 210	I've always had good luck with the Florida based ebay sellers. It's not Ralph Lauren, but something simple is well worth the $35 or so

19 November 2012, 11:56 AM	#7
c.rod "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Midwest Posts: 1,252	honestly, when it comes to these type of goods you are better off NOT buying from "major " name brands... polo etc.

19 November 2012, 03:22 PM	#8
papasmurf "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Brad Location: San Fran Watch: rolex Posts: 47	Cool - thanks for all the advice. The JAW stuff is amazing!

25 November 2012, 09:36 AM	#9
roadie1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southeast Watch: Divers, GMT Posts: 2,149	This post got me thinking of getting a new JAW wallet. I spoke to him the other day and he's going to make me a new alligator piece. Will post a pic when I receive it.

25 November 2012, 01:46 PM	#10
Wacker23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Brooklyn ny Watch: Rolex sub Posts: 504	Roadie that wallet is beautiful.

28 November 2012, 06:14 AM	#12
mgent "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Chicago / Boca Posts: 361	W. Kleinburg for belts - I have a number of their straps, and they are fantastic...

3 December 2012, 09:10 AM	#15
roadie1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southeast Watch: Divers, GMT Posts: 2,149	ImageUploadedByTapatalk1354489455.189767.jpg After this thread began, I started lusting after a new full, larger alligator wallet. I called John Allen Woodward for a consultation and decided on this piece. It's full alligator and larger than my previous wallet but a bit thinner so it fits better in my khaki pants. Love it! Awesome quality as are all my JAW products! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 December 2012, 09:35 AM	#16
roadie1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southeast Watch: Divers, GMT Posts: 2,149	ImageUploadedByTapatalk1354491252.304915.jpg Here's a shot of the interior for those that appreciate a fine quality of finish. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

22 February 2013, 12:48 PM	#20
jolimont "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Will Location: land of oz Watch: sundial Posts: 2,219	I love croc/lizard/snakeskin items Too bad I can't pull off the shoes

6 March 2013, 01:23 PM	#26
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,031	That should make all your "dead presidents" look finer! __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)