Leather Gifts – An Affordable Luxury – Leather Processing

Leather Processing is considered a Traditional job and the methodology involved differs from country to country. The process depends upon mainly the experience, and the available resources to treat the skin and making it utilize in a day-to-day life style.

Animal Leather is used from the Stone Age in all countries for various purposes such as clothing, bed spreads, floor spreads for comfortable sitting, to draw water from wells and to fetch water from distant places. Hence, the process differs from place to place, people to people, who were involved in hunting, chopping and de-skinning the animals.

Ever since, man found alternatives to his clothing needs, the animal skin found its way to various other utilities such as garments of various designs, shapes and sizes, bags, pouches and wallets, hand gloves, footwear, saddles and belts, etc.

Here is the method of leather processing in my own experience.

Normally, the skin after stripped off the slaughtered animal, finds its way in the market as processed leather within 3 weeks. During this tedious period, the leather undergoes various methods of treatment, right from salting for preserving the raw skin for the period of stacking and transportation to Leather Tanneries. Then, so collected raw skins are soaked in tanks of lime for a few days. This process swells and softens the skins to make easy removal of hair. Hair is shaved-removed after de-liming. From this stage onwards the skin is called leather. This leather under process has to be again undergo re-liming, bating, soaking in drums. For this process chemicals and tanning agents such as chromium, softening agents such as fat liquor etc. are used.

Modern Industries use large drums made of Teak wood (Sagwan), rotatable by electric motors for such tanning, softening and coloring process of the leather. The leather processed by these methods then put on hangars in a shaded place to get dried. The dried leather passes through various shaving, splitting, stretching, and polishing process till it become fully soft to the required level, color, and thickness.

Finally the processed leather is measured in Square Feet (SqFt) and DeciMetres (DCM). To have an accurate measurement, the leather is placed flat, fully stretched over the conveyor body of a measuring machine and passed through a controlled unit which electronically displays the measurement of the leather.

Leather is processed to the required softness. Every item of leather demands its own level of softness. Softness of the leather differs from product to product such as Leather Shoe Soles, Leather Saddles and Leather Cycle Seats, Leather belts for industrial, animal and human use, Footwear, Shoes, Sandals and Chappals, Leather Boxes, Bowls and Luggage Bags, Leather pouches, wallets and Ladies Hand Bags, Leather cases for several industrial instruments, gift items. All these Leather articles demand different level of softness.

Leather is called by various names during its process. The Leather Terminology used in and around Ambur :

o Skin – From small animals such as goat, lamb, sheep, deer, dog, hare,

o Hide – From a large animals such as Cow, Buffalo, Elephant

o Raw – Stripped animal skin with hair

o Salty Or Namkeen – Salted to stake for Transportation to Tanneries

o Limed & Pickled – Under preliminary process after arrival in the Tannery

o Chrome Tanned – Processed (tanned) with chromium chemical

o Wet Blue – Chrome-tanned leather in wet and swollen condition

o Pelt – Leather skin or Hide after removal of hair.

o Kid – Processed leather of small lambs and goats

o Side – one half of the full leather, generally divided vertically

o Split – The second and third layer of Cows leather or Buffalos leather

sliced with the help of a splitting machine.

Now the leather articles have become an affordable luxury. Be it functions of marriage, betrothal, or any other matrimonial, leather gifts are finding their way elegantly from home to home, office to office. Corporate gift articles, diaries, calendars, Laptop carrier bags, etc are now made using Leather and proudly presented to the top level executives.

Naeem Syed is the Founder And CEO of Shaadmaani.Com & AmburNet.Com. A Social Worker And Responsible Citizen of India, Naeem Syed has a couple of Websites for the benefit of Citizens of this world. He writes on Social Issues and Cultures. Naeem Syed may be contacted at http://www.Shaadmaani.Com & http://www.AmburNet.Com

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Fossil Watch, Men’s Sunray Stainless Steel Bracelet AM3882

Fossil Watch, Men’s Sunray Stainless Steel Bracelet AM3882 Review


Received the watch as a gift 3 years ago and have been wearing it ever since. Initially the bracelet was a bit too big but took it to a watch shop and had it adjusted to fit perfectly. The most important thing to know about this watch is its DURABILITY. I’ve had it for more than 3 years now and it has had it’s share of hits and bangs but I only managed to get one very tiny scratch on the glass and it’s not even really that noticeable. The bracelet has no scratches what so ever which tells you how solid it is.

Weight: It’s not on the light side but definitely not that heavy. I’d say the weight is just right for a metal-bracelet watch.
Water-resistant: I’ve showered and swum with the watch and have not had any issues with water getting into the watch or the glass getting steamy. But never dived with it so no comments on that.
Looks: The watch looks great and can be wore with suits or casual clothes which makes it great because you won’t have to keep a whole bunch of watches for different occasions. And even after wearing it for so long it looks almost the same as the first day I got it. The dial is not too big but not too small either and the time & date can both be easily read.

The only problem I’ve had with it (but it was entirely my fault) was the fact that the time adjusting wheel broke on me a few months ago while I was trying to adjust the date. I was a bit brutal and managed to take the wheel out entirely but it wasn’t something a watch repair shop couldn’t fix.

I love the watch and strongly recommend it to anyone. You won’t be disappointed.

Fossil Watch, Men’s Sunray Stainless Steel Bracelet AM3882 Feature

Fossil Watch, Men’s Sunray Stainless Steel Bracelet AM3882 Overview

Clean lines and a classic style are sure to get you noticed. Features sunray silver dial, and brushed stainless steel case and bracelet. With 3-hand Quartz movement and date fucntion. Water resistant up to 100 meters.

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Swiss Replica Watches – The Status Symbol at an Affordable Price

Swiss watches are well received all over the globe for their finest quality, supreme engineering and excellent craftsmanship. Most people are fond of flaunting with these watches since they are considered by many people as the faddish accessory. However, the hefty price tags of these splendid timepieces make them stay only in the dream lists of most people.

There is always a way to go out for those people who want to keep up with the latest fashion and style. Swiss replica watches that look almost the same fulfill people’s demand for original designer timepieces. From all aspects such as design, quality and finish they are virtually indistinguishable from the real timepieces.

The greatest advantage of Swiss replica watches lies on their low prices. They are priced relatively very low depending on different models. Compared with the original counterparts, they only cost a small fraction of the money. We can say that they are the cost effective substitutions of genuine articles.

In addition, with such a splendid timepiece on your wrist, you will immediately enhance your current fashion quotient and help you gain more confidence. There are various styles and designs of these timepieces available in the market and you can always choose one for any occasion. They would not add an extra burden to your monthly bills since they are relatively very cheap.

Swiss replica watches are gaining increasing popularity in recent years. Numerous styles and designs of these gorgeous timepieces can be found on some online stores. Now go and order one.

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August 27, 2010. Tags: , , , , . ShoppingFashion. No Comments.

Invicta Men’s 2301 Pro Diver Collection Automatic Watch

Invicta Men’s 2301 Pro Diver Collection Automatic Watch Review


I’m going to cut right to the point. Everyone’s complaints about this watch fogging up after a few weeks is absolutely true. Dont think that its just a fluke, this watch will fog up inside. Its not horrible, you can still see the time just fine, and it is still attractive, but it is disappointing.

That being said, the first week that I owned this watch was easily worth 100 of the 0. The dial is a brilliant deep blue. Before it fogs up, the watch just glows in the sunlight. Sitting in the car, the reflection from the sun will put a nice bright blue spot on the door. This watch is simply stunning. It is so beautiful it beggars belief.

Even with the moisture on the inside of the crystal, it is attractive. It is so sad and disappointing to see the fog in there but the watch is just beautiful enough to barely make up for that fact.

The movement is reliable and it runs a little fast. It is an incredibly neat watch to own. The exhibition case back is especially nice. I am glad I bought it.

But beware: Buy this watch for its emotive properties. If you are looking for the most practical watch, don’t get this watch. If it seems silly to you to buy a watch that will fog up don’t get this watch. If you want a watch that appeals to your emotions however, this fits the bill perfectly. It is a timepiece that you will be proud of.

Invicta Men’s 2301 Pro Diver Collection Automatic Watch Feature

Invicta Men’s 2301 Pro Diver Collection Automatic Watch Overview

Brushed/polished stainless steel case and bracelet;Blue dial with silver hands and stick hour markers;Luminous hands;Unidirectional rotating bezel;Sweep second hand;Date display at 3:00 position;See thru skeleton case back;Invicta accent cabochon design;Water resistant to 200 meters;Mineral crystal;Japan automatic movement

Invicta Men’s 2301 Pro Diver Collection Automatic Watch Specifications

Be prepared for a night out on the town or a day’s diving the reefs with Invicta’s stylish Ocean Ghost II precise, Swiss-made diving watch (model 2301) with automatic movement, which provides water resistance up to 200 meters (660 feet). It features a round, shock-resistant silver stainless steel case with embossed unidirectional rotating bezel. The blue dial background is accented by silver triangular dial markers and Tritnite luminous hands (with seconds hand). The silver stainless steel bracelet band mixes brushed and polished pieces. Other features include an antireflective mineral crystal with magnifier, Cabochon crown, see-through caseback, and date function at 3 o’clock.

Pro Diver Collection

Plunge into any horizon using the steadfast guidance of the Invicta Pro Diver. Stylishly classic, internal workings are forged with variations of either Swiss chronograph or 21-jewel automatic movements and willingly navigate in depths up to 300 meters. Built with confident prowess, the fortitude with which these timepieces function makes the Pro Diver the quintessential in performance.

Screw Down Crowns: Many Invicta watches are equipped with a screw down crown to help prevent water infiltration. This is most common on our Diver models. In order to adjust the date and/or time on such a watch, you must first unscrew the crown before you can gently pull it out to its first or second click stop position. To do this, simply rotate the crown counterclockwise until it springs open. When you have finished setting the watch, the crown must then be pushed in and screwed back in tightly. Not doing so will cancel the water resistance of the watch and will void all warranties from the manufacturer. Overall, this process should not require a lot of effort or force.

Automatic Watches

Automatic watches donot operate on batteries. Automatic watches are made up of about 130 or more parts that work together to tell time. Automatic movements mark the passage of time by a series of gear mechanisms, and are wound by the movement of your wrist as you wear it. The gear train then transmits the power to the escapement, which distributes the impulses, turning the balance wheel. The balance wheel is the time regulating organ of a mechanical watch, which vibrates on a spiral hairspring. Lengthening or shortening the balance spring makes the balance wheel go faster or slower to advance or retard the watch. The travel of the balance wheel from one extreme to the other and back again is called oscillation. Lastly, automatic movements come in different types, including movements that are Swiss-made, Japanese-made, and more.

Also referred to as self-winding, watches with automatic movements utilize kinetic energy, the swinging of your arm, to provide energy to an oscillating rotor to keep the watch ticking. They’re considered more satisfying to watch collectors (horologists) because of the engineering artistry that goes into the hundreds of parts that make up the movement. If you do not wear an automatic watch consistently (for about 8 to 12 hours a day), you can keep the watch powered with a watch winder (a great gift for collectors).

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Skagen Men’s 695XLSGS Steel Collection Mesh Stainless Steel White Dial Watch

Skagen Men’s 695XLSGS Steel Collection Mesh Stainless Steel White Dial Watch Review


my fiance has smaller wrists and is very self conscious about it. i knew that buying him a watch that would require adjustment by a jeweler would make him not like the watch as much. he adjusted this himself as soon as he took it out of the box…with a knife at the table where I took him out for his birthday dinner. (oh well)
this is a great professional watch, being two toned and masculine without being weird or overly styled, and it’s easy to read, too. it’s expensive looking by being simple and well made rather than “bling”, which is ridiculous for my man because he is a criminal investigator anyway.
I knew i wanted to get him a skagen watch and price compared for several weeks before purchase. i found the best price here on amazon
he loves the watch

Skagen Men’s 695XLSGS Steel Collection Mesh Stainless Steel White Dial Watch Overview

This men’s watch comes with signature Skagen mesh bands in silver that connect to a brushed stainless steel case. The brushed white dial features twelve gold and white luminous indicators.

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GUESS? Men’s 85522G1 Stainless Steel Bracelet Quartz Watch

GUESS? Men’s 85522G1 Stainless Steel Bracelet Quartz Watch Review

GUESS? Men’s 85522G1 Stainless Steel Bracelet Quartz Watch Feature

GUESS? Men’s 85522G1 Stainless Steel Bracelet Quartz Watch Overview

Stainless steel case with a stainless steel bracelet. Unidirectional bezel. Silver dial with luminiscent hands and hour markers. Arabic numerals at the 6 and 12 o’clock positions. Quartz movement. Scratch resistant mineral crystal. Case diameter: 41 mm. Case thickness: 11 mm. Fold-over with safety releae clasp. Water resistant at 30 meters / 100 feet. Guess? Mens Stainless Steel Bracelet Quartz Watch 85522G1.

GUESS? Men’s 85522G1 Stainless Steel Bracelet Quartz Watch Specifications

Sporty, silver tones give this GUESS timepiece masculine appeal. A highly detailed 22-millimeter-wide brushed stainless steel band and case measuring 41 millimeters in diameter rounds out this sturdy watch. A unidirectional, black stainless steel bezel is imprinted with polished, silver-tone Arabic numerals in increments of 10. The silver-colored dial showcases a mix of polished, silver-tone Arabic numerals at 12 and 6 o’clock and stick hour markers as well as a solitary GUESS logo. Luminescent hour hands and silver stick minute markers add useful features to this durable, beautiful watch that’s water resistant to 99 feet.

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Tissot – T-Sport Watches – High Performance Luxury Watches

Above all other watchmakers in the world, Tissot enjoys the most diverse and long-lasting relationship with the world of sports. Providing official timekeeping and products for fast-paced sports from Nascar, to ice hockey and cycling, Tissot’s T-Sport watches capture the essence of athleticism and high performance at the same time. Crafted for both men and women, the T-Sport collection is versatile and results-driven for competitors, amateur athletes and sports enthusiasts alike. The watches in this collection are designed to perform at the highest level while providing a look that is sleek and modern. T-Sport PRS200. A very basic chronograph timepiece that is accessible for the average wearer yet still performs at the highest level. The T-Sport PRS200 is among the best-selling watches of all time for Tissot. It is popular because of its bold dial (available in silver, blue or black) and its accurate chronograph function. Solid and easily accessible buttons make this watch user-friendly and it is constructed of only the finest materials available.

This is a very affordable watch that offers excellence in craftsmanship and performance. T-Sport PRS516 Automatic Chronograph. With a retro construct and design that is fit for any motor sport enthusiast, the TSport PRS516 Automatic Chronograph is among the most unique watches that Tissot has to offer. The design became popular back in the 1960s and Tissot has managed to revamp this watch to fit the modern day. Its bracelet is eye-catching and charming, featuring multiple pierced holes. The holes are designed to commemorate the holes that were popular in steering wheels on sports cars for many years. A replica of a steering wheel actually graces the back of the watch case for an added aesthetic value. The TSport PRS516 Automatic Chronographs come in a variety of retro colors that appeal to all types of wearers. It is a favorite among athletes and enthusiasts who have a need for speed.

T-Sport PRC100. For both men and women, the TSport PRC100 is a watch that is both athletic and elegant. It is appropriate for a variety of occasions and activities with a classic look and contemporary design. The watch dials are available in blue, black, red and silver accompanied by either bracelets or leather straps. Additional accents such as diamonds, chronographs and even bold yellow stainless steel finishes are additional options. For the ladies, there is even a signature Danica Patrick model that is a symbol of the excellence and accomplishments of women at the highest levels of competitive sports.

Tissot has been crafting fine Swiss watches out of the best materials available since 1853. All watches are backed by a first-class guarantee that demonstrates Tissot’s strong belief and support of its products. Driven by innovation and tradition, the fine watches in the T-Sport collection are designed with performance, accuracy and modern artistry in mind. These are watches that feature the latest technologies and styles to fit the needs of all wearers. The Tissot TSport collection offers great versatility and a caliber of performance that stands out above all other watchmakers.

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Bulova Men’s 98D004 Diamond Dial Watch

Bulova Men’s 98D004 Diamond Dial Watch Review


Beautiful watch I have to say the best watch I have bought I usually buy 0 to 0 watches and this one is by the Superior looking watch. I get compliments all the time and was very nice to get a compliment from the jewelry store employee who adjusted my watch. I will tell the double clasp does take a second to get used to but I love the way it holds tight and will not break like leather watches do over time. The best is the armband really shows style and looks lovely so many watches are so boring.

Bulova Men’s 98D004 Diamond Dial Watch Feature

Bulova Men’s 98D004 Diamond Dial Watch Overview

Strike a stunning contrast with the Bulova Men’s Diamond Dial Watch. Featuring a gorgeous black stainless steel band accented by thin, gold-tone stripes, this timepiece gives you a dark and handsome look. A rectangular, stainless steel case houses a black dial framed by a black stainless steel bezel. Gold-tone stick hour markers complement the gold-tone hands and gold-tone band accents, while genuine diamond hour indicators at the three, six, nine and 12 o’clock positions speak to the luxury of this fashionable timepiece. The Bulova Men’s Diamond Dial Watch is water resistant to 99 feet

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Timex Men’s T26481 Classic Two-Tone Expansion Band Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch

Timex Men’s T26481 Classic Two-Tone Expansion Band Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch Review


I have had this watch for more than four years. I’m a professional and I wear it at the office five days a week. It works perfectly and looks great, showing no signs of deterioration whatsoever. The battery is still going strong. As my eyesight deteriorates with age (I am very far-sighted), I appreciate watches I can read easily without glasses. The brass-colored hands on this watch are difficult for me to read without glasses in bright sunlight, because they shine too brightly. At night, however, the watch is perfect: The indiglo feature is indispensable.

Timex Men’s T26481 Classic Two-Tone Expansion Band Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch Feature

Timex Men’s T26481 Classic Two-Tone Expansion Band Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch Overview

This Timex men’s dress watch has a classic style that is distinguished by its two-tone look. Gold-tone Arabic-numeral indexes and hands adorn a clean charcoal-gray dial. The stainless steel bracelet and round bezel are two-toned with silver and gold for a classy and subtle look. A day and date window is at the three o’clock position and the Indiglo night light provides even illumination of the dial at the push of a button. This watch has a quartz movement and a mineral crystal. It is water resistant to 99 feet (30 meters).

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Men’s Necklaces – The History

If you are a man and you want to wear a necklace, you may feel strange if you have not done that before. However, men nowadays are not afraid of wearing jewelry anymore. We can learn that men had used necklaces as an ornament for long time. In this article, we will talk about the history of men‘s necklaces.

A necklace is a set of strip line which is worn around your neck. The necklaces can be made from metal and normally attach to a locket or pendant. They can also be made by cloth and some may use rocks as one of the elements. Ancient men also used shells as part of their necklaces. The necklaces can differ in sizes and shapes depending on the needs of the wearer.

Men‘s necklaces have been worn for thousands of years. They were used to make the distinction in many societies. The evidence was found that ancient Hebrew used necklaces for outlining the status of men. They used necklaces to be part of the dress. During the exodus period, they found that men wore many types of necklaces including gold, beads, and other enriched jewels.

Greeks and Romans wore gold set with some gems. There was a famous necklace on the statue of Vesta in Rome. The necklace belonged to Zosimus who despoiled Serena, Stilicho’s widow. He later on was strangled by the command of Honorius.

There is also a story about the necklace taken from the neck of the Hindu King Jaipal. He was captured by Mahmud (A.D. 1001). It was composed of large pearls, rubies, etc., and was valued at two hundred thousand dinars, or a good deal more than two hundred thousand dollars.

In later phase of history, people started to wear several necklaces at the same time. They used this to indicate the wealth they have and their social status. The popularity of necklaces reduced for some years and in the late 14 th century, the popularity regained.

Now necklaces are one of the popular items to be a present for men. One of the popular types of necklace is the one with the images of saints or a cross. This shows the wearer’s emphasis on religious significance.

Men‘s necklaces have been around for many years. It now becomes very popular with the current dressing style of men. The materials used have varied from simple bones to now many types of jewelry. You now have plenty of choices either to buy for your own or for your love one.

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