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A Large Link Directory. Plenty of links & useful research information, some leather sources. Well worth a visit, click the above link to view.
All the Associations & Companies on this page have links to this site & display the link on their own site. We are in regular contact with most of them. This is an important feature of this site, it expands the coverage & source of information about our ancient & fascinating crafts. We seem to be forging a Leather Network to promote our joint interest & if this results in the general public becoming more informed with regard to leather & leather products it will all be worth while. When Contacting any of the companies in this list Please quote Ref: FB-M 'The Leather Connection'
Cowboy Boots and Moccasins Sterling Leather offers Cowboy and Western boots, Hats, Minnetonka moccasins, handbags, briefcases, cycle wear, luggage and accessories for men, women and children.
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The Crewise Portal is a World renowned directory of crew recommended businesses. It provides access to the Worlds most successful retailers, accommodation, restaurants & entertainment venues. They are included as an Associate Member as with the Travel Connection it is a complement to the Leather Connection. Visitors to both sites will find plenty of travel goods to choose from. (As an ex RAF member myself I personally endorse this venture). Don't Miss this one, email: info@crewise.com Find them at, http://www.crewise.com
C.M.N Computers. Lower Street, Hoveton, Norwich NR12 8JG. UK. Tel/Fax: 01603-783957. E-mail: info@cmncomputers.com They build computers to order & are very competitive. They also supply quality second user machines & can also supply second user IBM Laptops at exceptionally low prices. This is my own Computer Company in the UK & I cannot praise them enough. Find them at, http://www.cmncomputers.com
Michael's Electric Bicycles
Buy this bike for only £395.00. inc vat. The RRP is £599.00. Our bikes are fitted with the latest Pedal Assist Systems. 18" Wheels. Total weight - 40 KG Loading capacity 100 KG. Max speed 25 KM/H. Continuous driving distance 40 - 50 KM.
200 W motor power. Battery voltage 36V. Charge time 4 - 8 H.
Over-current protection 12A. Low-voltage protection 31.5v.
Comment from Francis This offer is one of a range of electric powered bikes offered by Mike Who has been offering Computers & related equipment on this site since it was launched. (see the entry above C.M.N Computers) Mike Provides my computers & services them. These cycles are a new venture for him I don't know how he does it but that price is £204 cheaper than the list price. (that's some saving) Note this is a UK based venture so prices abroad & availability outside the UK may be an issue. Contact Mike at: URL: http://www.michaelselectricbicycles.co.uk Email: Michael Morcher at: Cmnc@btopenworld.com Note there are some age restrictions with these cycles but other than that no licence is required.
http://www.myassettag.com Title = Asset identification labels Description = Premium Asset identification labels and fixed asset labels, top quality bar code asset labels and computer asset labels at myassettag.com.
Direct Mail: Hildreth Livestock, P. O. Box 149, Dillon, MT 59725. USA.
Tel: 406-681-3111. E-mail: reservations@greatdivideadventure.com Contact: Donna Hildreth. All three web sites relate to different aspects of the Hildreth Livestock Ranch situated in the Medicine Lady Valley 50 miles SW of Dillon Montana USA.
The First Site. Contains some sound information on horse management by a lady who is an authority on the subject. The Second Site. Provides information on this remote area, how to get there, accommodation available & background to the valley. The Third Site. Provides information about the special breed of cattle called ‘Chiangus’ developed to stand climate & altitude in this mountain valley. This truly a great site some magnificent views & definitely one for Schools & libraries. If you ride then the horse information is definitely recommended.
International Internet Leathercrafters Guild. E-mail: webmaster@iilg.org Contact: Dave Torix. This Organisation is truly international in scope & there are numerous benefits to joining it. It is the largest guild of it's kind & offers opportunities to exchange ideas, tips & knowledge. In fact there is a large knowledge base for visitors to draw on & indeed many other features to numerous to mention here. Links with Web Rings, (common practice in the States where Artisans & Amateurs form their own groups, not practiced this side of the pond.) Leather Magazines, etc. The emphasis is on the individual Craftsman/Artisan but like this site there are categories for, suppliers, trade organisations, training, manufacturing, etc. Well worth joining as a member & well worth a visit. Find them at, http://iilg.org
Shoe Infonet. One of the largest providers of, Leather, Shoe & leathergoods information. There is so much available that it would not be possible to list it all here. See the following; extensive lists of shoe & leathergoods manufacturers & suppliers, trade publications & magazines, statistics, news, etc. Information, especially, articles & books, shoe history etc. Find information on all the major Trade Fairs associated with the industry. E-mail shoes@shoeinfonet.com See also the following categories for further information: ‘Books & Publications’ lists, ‘Education & Training’ lists & ‘Organisations lists. For researchers, students & anyone else involved in the industry a visit to this site should not be missed. Find them at, http://www.shoeinfonet.com
BLC. Leather Technology Centre. The BLC have launched a new Leather Information Site. This is an excellent site & extremely easy to navigate. It provides information on the care, preservation & treatment of all types of leather. There are sections on Footwear, Upholstery, Accessories, Clothing, etc. Articles about, how to treat leather, clean leather, care for leather, identify types of leather, All the information given is factual, based on tried & tested techniques. There is also a submit your problems on-line form for posting requests for help. This site will be a fund of tips & information for both the industry & the visitor seeking information. I thoroughly recommend it. Find them at, http://www.all-about-leather.co.uk
S.Com E-mail: frank.jones@shoemaking.com Contact: Frank Jones. This Site is a much more commercial site than this one & deals specifically with the Footwear industry. The site supplies information on this large & important industry. Select from the following: Shoe news from around the world, (Including Archives), a huge directory of Shoe Manufacturers, (you can search by company name or style of shoes or gender as well as country). Shoe Making Basics, this section supplies on-line information on manufacturing techniques. Frank like me was a City & Guilds Moderator for the old Craft Courses & used to tour the colleges offering those courses. He has moved on now & is writing books on his subject, (he is considered a leading expert in his field). He provides training, seminars & lectures world wide regularly visiting America & other parts of the globe. Find him at, http://www.shoemaking.com
The 'Knife Web Guide' A research & Reference Site for Knives, & Accessories. Address: Cutlers Cove,P.O. Box 3171, San Angelo, Texas USA. Tel: 325-659-1404. Fax: 325-655-4839. Contact: Byron Rogers. A new & expanded guide with 76 categories & 2,000 links. To; information, magazines, knife manufacturers, knife collecting, swords, sheaths, books, shows, exhibitions, etc.This comprehensive site is a must for dedicated campers, country folk, etc to whom the carrying of a knife is essential. Find them at, http://KnifeWebGuide.com
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