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Leather & there Uses

In ancient times, survival depended on sheer agricultural and hunting skills, and the primitive man quickly discovered how to exploit nature’s offerings. In order to survive the harsh winters, our ancestors processed the fur and skin of the animals they hunted into clothing. Realizing that their prey had much more to offer than plain meat, the primitive man began taming and growing animals around his household and specialized in manufacturing durable, reliable clothes from animal skins and furs. Leather was lighter, stronger than fur, and it proved to be very suitable for clothing. Processing leather, however, took a lot of time and skill. First, the hide of the animal had to be properly cured, skinned, cleaned and dried. After curing, leather was treated with salts for preservation and sent to a tannery for further processing. As leather obtained from wild animals, cattle or pigs proved to be very strong and compact, it started to be used for creating body armor, boots, saddles,...

Motorbike Jackets

Ask any motorcycle enthusiast, and he or she will tell you the favorite part of this preoccupation: freedom. Being able to smell the very air he speeds through, the many and wondrous scents of nature and beautiful vistas along the way are just some of the many pleasures of the sport. Both men and women enjoy the sport. Those who ride on a regular basis are sure to invest in proper apparel. Aside from boots, pants, vests and helmets, one of your first purchases should be a leather motorcycle jacket. The difference between a leather motorcycle jacket and a denim one is quite simple: comfort and style. A denim jacket may cause chafing around the wrists and neck and does not provide adequate protection from the environment. Windbreakers won't do, as they're thin and flimsy, and don't stand up to wind at speed. Besides, as a fashion statement, they're contradictory to the rugged nature of a biker. The leather motorcycle jacket provides comfort, style and protection. Si...