The 1727 Leather Apron

The 1727 Leather Apron: Handcrafted Excellence for Makers, Creators, and Craftsmen

Step into your craft with confidence in the 1727 Leather Apron, a premium, handcrafted leather apron designed for hardworking professionals and passionate hobbyists alike. Whether you or someone you know is a woodworker, welder, mixologist, baker, BBQ pit master, or weekend DIYer, this durable apron is built to elevate your work and your presence.

Inspired by Benjamin Franklin’s Leather Apron Club of 1727, this apron embodies a legacy of craftsmanship, purpose, and personal growth. Just like the original group of artisans, printers, and thinkers who gathered to improve themselves and their communities, the 1727 apron is more than gear, it's a commitment to excellence.

Each apron is made from high-quality, full-grain leather and is fully customizable to fit your needs and personal style. Choose your leather color, pocket configuration, and strap preferences to create a one-of-a-kind piece that works as hard as you do.

Whether you're in the workshop, behind the bar, or at the grill, the 1727 apron delivers unmatched comfort, protection, and timeless style. Wear it with pride and ask yourself: What can I do to be my best self today?

Add-ons include:

• 1.5 Brass O-Ring to hold hand towels
• One large and deep Kangaroo pouch or two, medium sized and deep pockets on the left and right side of the apron.
• Cleats capable of holding a tape measure, drill, dust extraction remotes, or any other item with a clip.
• Sewn-in powerful rare earth magnets. Each magnet is the size of a silver dollar and is mighty enough to be a third hand for many tasks. Remove the frustrations of falling screws, bolts, nuts and small tools when you are toiling away and have your hands full. 
• Secret pockets hidden on the inside of your apron can be a lifesaver when your front pockets are loaded with sawdust, tools, or anything else you've stuffed in there covered in your blood, sweat, and tears. If you have personal effects such as a wallet, phone, keys, jewelry, business cards, cash (basically anything you want to keep clean) this pocket will protect your everyday essentials, comes in handy, and has your back. Yes those last two are puns.

Wickett & Craig’s bridle leather. Founded in 1867, Wickett & Craig is a world-premiere tannery based in Curwensville, Pennsylvania. Their leather is crafted by the most skilled tanners in the nation, allowing for each piece to brilliantly patina with age.

Buckleguy's premium, natural brass hardware. Since 1945, and across four generations, this family business in Newburyport, Massachusetts continues to manufacture the most premium selection in leather supplies.

Ritza Tiger Thread's, polyester waxed thread. Founded in 1895 and imported from Germany, Ritza is truly an incomparable thread that is beloved by many of the world's most talented artisans.

The beauty of handmade lives in the imperfections.