About Low 12 Leather

I am a small leather shop based near Flint, Michigan, dedicated to creating quality handcrafted leather goods that are truly built to last a lifetime. Every belt, dog collar, leash, and accessory is made with premium, full-grain leather sourced exclusively from American tanneries. No imports, no shortcuts, just honest leather that develops a rich, beautiful patina with years of real use. Always full grain, never “genuine.”

My story began as a side project with one simple goal: turn a weekend hobby into a full-time business. For many years, I made my living as a truck driver, logging thousands of miles across the country. When vision issues suddenly ended my driving career, I faced a hard pivot. Instead of giving up, I turned to the workbench, using the same determination that carried me through long hauls to start crafting leather goods the old-fashioned way.

I believe in heirloom-quality products you will pass down, not throw away. Gear that gets better with age and tells the story of the life it has lived.

I look forward to working with you and making you an heirloom-quality leather good that will last a lifetime. Thank you for supporting a small Michigan business.

I use Wickett and Craig English Bridle leather exclusively.