Cinturón de Cocodrilo Genuino Blanco "Billy"

The most prized exotic leather, both now and in the past, is characterized by traditional handcrafting and 100% bespoke details. This includes everything from selecting the individual skin to hand-sewing and Agate glazing, which involves using an agate rod to give crocodile and alligator leather its striking high-gloss effect. Each belt is crafted by an expert leather artisan to ensure that it embodies the unique touch of a skilled hand, resulting in unparalleled beauty.

Alligator and crocodile skins are sourced from Louisiana, obtained through a network of daring trappers as well as from alligator and crocodile farms. While farm-raised alligators and crocodiles are typically flawless but smaller (around 6 feet and below), wild skins feature larger
scales and deeper textures that naturally lend themselves to high-quality
production. Our skilled sample-makers carefully cut around any insect bites or
scars from fights, as a perfect wild alligator or crocodile belt is considered
one of the most beautiful in the world. At Sherrill & Brothers, we strive
to procure as many large skins as possible.

All skins are regulated by C.I.T.E.S (the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) and the Fish and Wildlife Service. Each skin is tagged through the bottom of its tail, ensuring that only legally sourced materials are used. Periodic inspections guarantee that our workrooms operate under strict regulations, preventing illegal trapping of genuine alligators.

In contrast, when sourcing from Asia, the same level of meticulous trading and farming does not exist. This often leads to problems where crocodiles and alligators do not coexist harmoniously with human
populations. To address this, the farms donate eggs to conservation
organizations, ensuring that these eggs are planted to balance out the annual
trapping. Each trapper is permitted to harvest around 16 or 17 skins.

Alligators were initially valued for their gas supply, and later as a food source when trappers and explorers discovered" them. Only decades later did alligator and crocodile leather become widely recognized for its durability and resistance to the elements. Today, belts, saddles and boots made from alligator and crocodile leather are highly prized.

Marcia Sherrill's designs are proudly included in the Permanent Collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute. As the founder of Marcia Sherrill Designs and Kleinberg Sherrill (dba w Kleinberg), her work is highly sought after and available at prestigious department stores like Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman, as well as exclusive boutiques like Gorsuch in Colorado. Her remarkable creations continue to captivate clientele today through w. Kleinberg. Read More

Todos nuestros productos se elaboran a mano bajo pedido. Por favor, espere de 3 a 4 semanas para la producción y entrega.

Debido a que nuestros productos están hechos a mano, los reembolsos solo están disponibles después de 30 días de la compra.