Boleadoras, also known as bolas, are a traditional Argentine weapon that consist of three balls...
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the long and winding history of the men’s wallet
It’s hard to imagine a world without wallets. They’ve been around for centuries, and have served...
a brief history of the fashion accessory that everyone needs – the keyring
The keyring is one of the most essential fashion accessories that a person can own. Though it may...
the tail of the polo belt – the best way to keep your pants up
There's a reason Argentine leather polo belts have been so popular for centuries. The gaucho belt...
this history of handbags
Handbags are more than just a fashion accessory for women. They come in all sorts of shapes and...
alpaca fiber: the softest, most luxurious material you’ve never heard of
Have you ever heard of alpaca fiber? This fiber is the softest, most luxurious material you’ve...
what is alpaca fiber? an introduction to the worlds softest & most luxurious fibers! – alpaca!
Alpaca fiber, also known as alpaca wool, is one of the most luxurious and sought-after fibers in...
goatskin hides products explained ~ and their advantages to cowhide leather
Goatskin is a tanned and sometimes cured, same as is cow leather, yet they have very distinct...
no diga cuero si es plÁstica – or in english….”don’t call it leather if it’s plastic”!
No diga cuero si es plàstico. In other words: “Don’t call it leather if its plastic”! That’s the...
eel skin – silk of the sea
WHY EEL SKIN? Eel leather is remarkably smooth and supple, lightweight and two to three times...
Discover the Timeless Art of Leather Braiding: Argentine Craftsmanship at Its Finest
When we talk about "handcrafted," nothing embodies the spirit of this phrase quite like the...
“the facts of fake” cowhide leather
Did you know that synthetic, fake or made to look like cowhide leather materials are NOT...
beware of counterfeit exotic hides – what to look for when shopping for carpincho
AN EXOTIC HIDE EXPLAINED - CARPINCHO AKA CAPYBARA HIDE EXOTIC - AUTHENTIC - 100% GENUINE...
the “paris of the south” buenos aires
Stunning architecture, a cosmopolitan atmosphere, the latest fashions and trends, intimate...
carbon steel gaucho knife blades vs stainless steel knife blades
South America, especially Argentina, is known for their unique, authentic, hand crafted Gaucho...
special springtime gift giving ideas
Springtime Splendor: Celebrate the Season with Fresh Fashion and Unique Gifts As spring unfolds,...
artisanal knife crafting 101
ARTISANAL KNIFE CRAFTING 101 The knife is an indispensable tool for the gaucho (Argentine cowboy),...
guayacan wood – a perfectly suited hard wood for crafting of cuchillo, “gaucho knife”
Guayacan wood or lignum vitae wood is hard and durable, and is also the densest wood traded. On...
watch video of the making of gaucho knives
The Gaucho Knife: A Symbol of Strength, Versatility, and Tradition The Gaucho, often referred to...
the historyof the gaucho knife
The gaucho knife is one of the best that you will come across. Designed using high quality...
braided knife handle making gaucho style
Braided Knife Handle Making Gaucho Style The art of braided knife handle making, known as...
