The allure of Baker's leather, a prestigious name in bridle leather.

Wild Swans is committed to creating durable products and providing excellent after-sales service, driven by the desire for customers to cherish their favorite items for a long time. The brand's appeal lies not only in the enjoyment of the aging process, but also in the rich texture and natural feel of the leather itself, which is immediately apparent when you hold it in your hands.

For example, the multi-functional coin case "TONGUE" that Mr. Yamada is currently using is made from rare "full-grain bridle leather" from Baker & Co., a legendary British tannery. "I've only been using it for three months, but I like that it's been tanned slowly and carefully, so it doesn't lose its firmness and doesn't get scratched easily. The way to tell if vegetable-tanned leather is good is that it makes a creaking and squeaking sound when you touch it, which is a sign of good leather," he explains.


"Baker & Co. is a tannery that uses thick raw hides, which have become rare in recent years. For this project, they are using 'stirrup butt' leather, which is made for use in the stirrups of horse tack. The stirrups bear the entire weight of the rider, so they are packed with wax and oil to withstand that stress. It's one of those leathers that people who love aging leather will absolutely adore," he explains.

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