PUNCH FIRST. STITCH LATER.

Brown leather shoulder bag with adjustable strap against an orange background.

Independent Leathercraft with Gameday Edge.

I’m Michael Benford—pro-sports creative by day, independent leather craftsman by night. I build one-of-a-kind pieces, influenced by my passion for sport and music, often cut from basketball, football, and glove-style leathers. Not luxury. Just raw, handmade character for people who refuse to blend in.

Built by Hand. Stitch by Stitch.

No machines. No shortcuts. Every piece is hand-stitched with precision, making each stitch a mark of true craftsmanship.

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Curious about a custom? Let’s Make Something One-of-a-Kind.

Handmade means limited runs, but it also means endless possibilities. If a piece you wanted is gone, or you’ve got a custom idea in mind, let’s talk.

Find Your Edge

The First Cut Collection

Every craftsman’s journey starts with the first cut. These are my early prototypes—designs that helped me refine my craft, each carrying the marks of experimentation and raw creativity. They may not be flawless, but they’re packed with character, and ridiculously cheap for handmade leather goods with solid brass hardware. I’m not making a dime on these—just recouping a portion of the material costs. What they lack in perfection, they make up for in soul. Snag one, and you’re not just getting a killer deal—you’re backing the grind of a maker sharpening their craft.

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