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Gold, Silver & Chrome Plated Fittings – Coming Soon
We’ll soon be offering gold plated, silver plated and chrome plated fittings as an option on your Sam Browne kits. But before anyone gets too excited about “gold plated” as a label — there are a few things worth understanding. Not All Gold Plating Is Equal. Gold plating is measured in microns — typically 1, 2 or 4 micron thickness. 1 micron – thin, cheaper, wears quicker 2 micron – stronger, more durable 4 micron – premium, longest lasting A lot of companies will advertise “g
Scott Douglas
Mar 22 min read
Handmade vs Production line!
Every piece that leaves Douglas Leather is made by hand in our workshop — not on a factory line and not by machines repeating the same thing all day. Because of that, the odd little imperfection can happen. A slight missed stitch, a small mark from working the leather, or tiny variations in finishing are all part of genuine handmade work and working with natural materials. These little things don’t affect the strength or lifespan of your kit — they’re simply signs that a real
Scott Douglas
Feb 271 min read


ANZAC day ordering cut-off
ANZAC Day is fast creeping up, which means it’s one of the busiest times of the year here at Douglas Leather. Every piece I make is built by hand, made to fit properly, and finished the way ceremonial kit should be. Because of that, there’s only so much I can push through in the lead-up. To make sure your kit is ready in time for ANZAC Day, I’ll be taking guaranteed ANZAC Day orders up until March 10th. Orders after that date aren’t automatically a no — I’ll always try to hel
Scott Douglas
Feb 251 min read


Introducing Sedgwick Oak Brown
A Refined Alternative in Ceremonial Bridle Leather At Douglas Leather, material selection is never an afterthought. The leather we choose defines the presence, structure and longevity of every ceremonial belt we produce. For years, we have proudly offered Sedgwick Australian Nut – a deep, rich dark brown bridle leather known for its commanding tone and formal authority on parade. We are now pleased to introduce a new addition to our ceremonial range. Sedgwick Oak Brow
Scott Douglas
Feb 122 min read


A One-of-a-Kind Luxury Sam Browne by Douglas Leather
A Premium Collection by Douglas Leather At Douglas Leather, every Sam Browne belt is built with the same commitment to durability, precision and traditional craftsmanship. From ceremonial officer kits through to commissioned presentations, our focus has always been simple — use the best materials available and build each piece to last a lifetime. From time to time, we also create something a little more special. The Fang & Gold Series is a premium collection of Sam Browne kit
Scott Douglas
Jan 282 min read


Christmas & New Year trading update 🌲
As we head into the festive season, I’d like to take a moment to thank everyone for the incredible support Douglas Leather has received throughout the year. Every order, message, recommendation and kind word genuinely means a lot, and it’s been a pleasure crafting Sam Brownes and leather goods for you all. Douglas Leather will be closed from 18th December through to 4th January. Orders can still be placed online during this period. I’ll be checking emails intermittently while
Scott Douglas
Dec 18, 20251 min read


Douglas Leather – Order Update & ANZAC Day Reminder
It’s been an incredible few months here at Douglas Leather, and I just want to say a massive thank you to everyone who’s been supporting Australian small business. The growth has been unreal, and it’s been great to see so many officers, cadets, and collectors choosing handcrafted quality made right here in the Darling Downs. Because of the increase in orders, any new orders placed now will be ready mid to late January. The workshop is running flat-out, and while I’m unable to
Scott Douglas
Nov 15, 20251 min read


Douglas Leather expands to the west!
This month I had the pleasure of travelling to Western Australia to meet with the WA Police regarding Sam Browne belt production for...
Scott Douglas
Oct 11, 20252 min read


Delivering Tradition: Sam Brownes to RMC Duntroon
Another order of Sam Brownes has just been delivered to RMC Duntroon. Always a good feeling seeing cadets collect their kits and hearing...
Scott Douglas
Aug 17, 20251 min read


10% Off Sedgwick Sam Browne Gear – 2 Weeks Only
For two weeks only, we’re offering 10% off all Sedgwick Leather Sam Browne gear. This includes full kits, belts, straps, accessories, and...
Scott Douglas
Jul 2, 20251 min read
Need a Sam Browne in a hurry?
We’ve Got You Covered with 48-Hour Rush Orders! Anzac Day is just around the corner, and we know how busy things can get in the lead-up...
Scott Douglas
Apr 9, 20251 min read


Introducing SAPHIR: The New Gold Standard in Leather Polishing
At Douglas Leather, we take immense pride in offering only the best products for leather care. When it comes to maintaining the...
Scott Douglas
Mar 28, 20252 min read
Anzac day orders & new engraving option
Hi everyone, Anzac Day is fast approaching, and I'll be opening pre-orders next week. If you’d like a Sam Browne belt or any other custom...
Scott Douglas
Mar 2, 20251 min read
ANZAC day offers, last chance!
G’day everyone, Happy New Year! Hope you all had a well-earned break over Christmas. Just a heads-up—February is your last chance to take...
Scott Douglas
Jan 29, 20251 min read


RASIGS 100 Year Anniversary / ANZAC Day 2025
Hi all. Introducing the limited edition RASIGS 100 Year Anniversary Sam Browne Belt by Douglas Leather, celebrating a century of...
Scott Douglas
Oct 22, 20241 min read
Sword & Port Duntroon September 2024 - Deals!
Exclusive Discount on Sam Browne Kits at Sword & Port Event Hi all, Exciting news! Douglas Leather will once again be attending the Sword...
Scott Douglas
Aug 9, 20241 min read
Sam Browne buckles (supply issues)
Hi all, We've run into an unexpected supplier issue recently with regards to Sam Browne buckles (the main buckle to the belt). As we get...
Scott Douglas
Jul 20, 20241 min read
July price increases
Hi everyone, I hope you're all doing well! I wanted to give you a heads up about some changes happening at Douglas Leather. Starting from...
Scott Douglas
Jun 20, 20241 min read


Canberra Visit June 24th / 25th
Hi all I wanted to inform everyone that I will be in Canberra around the 24th or 25th. On the 24th, I will distribute the June Graduates...
Scott Douglas
Jun 14, 20241 min read
Polishing your Sam Browne and Brass.
Hi all, Finally a polishing video for you all. Apologies now for the rough video, I did it in one take 😆 Here you go, I hope it serves...
Scott Douglas
Apr 17, 20241 min read
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