American West Leather Handbags, Backpacks, Travel Bags & More

Each and every American West item is still tooled by hand, one strike at a time, to create these beautiful works of art. Though these products are created by time-honored traditions, the modern day conveniences of cell phone pouches, credit card slots and zipper pulls (to mention only a few) are not forgotten in the design details. All of American West items are made of 100% hand-picked full grain genuine leather with constant attention to quality and durability.They use a variety of leathers including vegetable tanned leathers, tumbled chrome leathers, suede, oil tanned leathers, and more.  The hair-on hides used are 100% cow hide although many are screen printed to imitate other animal hides.  The hardware is made of solid metals. The linings are their cotton signature lining.  American West customers can register their bags on-line at www.Americanwest.cc.

If you are looking for a particular American West leather handbag, purse, backpack, wallet, duffel bag, briefcase, pda and cell phone case, comestic case or any of the many other items available and do not see it please contact us by email leatherbelongings@yahoo.com or call.  New items are added daily. We can get any item you want at a reduced price.

Limited Edition Silver Anniversary - A beautiful blend of American West's signature qualities and luxury leathers, this collection is the essence of Western-inspired elegance. Chocolate and tan snakeskin printed leather is trimmed with rich brown genuine leather. Each piece is accented with a contrast stitch design and antiqued spots.

Python - Made from supple printed snakeskin leather, this classically beautiful collection was designed to commenorate American West's 25th Anniversary.  Exotic yet modern chic, these large exquisite bags are accented with detailed leather lacing and silver pyramid spots. Inspired by Native American handcrafts, and crafted in subtle earthtones of gray and purple.  Each bag is trimed with genuine black chrome leather.

Tumbleweed - Layered in versatile gray-brown antique leather over a light sand color tan leather, this collction's fine cutwork and hand tooling is a collage of Western accents and fine handiwork. Accentuated with an exclusive and intricate three piece buckle set and silver spots, this is truly wearable art.

Triple C - From the Rodeo to Main Street, make your cowgirl mark with the rich tones of the Triple C Collection. A combination of silver conchos, floral hand tooling, silver spots and genuine brindle cowhide have all the elements for chic cowgirl style.

Hill Country - This collection blends rich, dark chocolate and raspberry tones to create a tangible expression of casual western style.  This dynamic color duo is accented with cream leather trim, antiqued silver spots, and a rope style buckle.

Crystal Canyons - Capture your adventurous spirit with the sharp black and white of the Crystal Canyon Collection.  Beautiful silver stud work, including sparkling crystals, and gorgeous printed cowhide create this striking and sophisticated collection.

Roses are Red - This vintage inspired collection combines the art of leather carving and leather painting.  Red roses are individually hand painted on each piece and trimmed with hand tooled mocha leather and small silver studs.

Victorian Grace - With a natural and casual elegance, the hand-tooled scroll design artfully accentuates the warm undertones of rich cowhide in this charming collection.  Bold antiqued silver studs, hair-on cowhide an antiques silver scroll western buckle set and bold rope style rings comple this graceful and elegant look.

Appaloosa Ranch - The unique rub-on, rub-off process used in the Appaloosa Ranch collection produces an exceptional antiqued look, creating the impression of a vintage piece from days gone by. The antique brass spots and classic Western yoke pattern enhance the antique feel.

Lady Lace - Dimensional leather lace work not only makes this collection the essence of cowgirl elegance, but showcases each piece as a work of art.  Delicate hand cutting and tooling is contrasting antique warm tan and natural turquoise leathers are combined with silver spots make each piece a delightful treasure.

Santa Fe Spirit - Free and easy styling in a multitude of hair-on hides, combined to create the relaxed and casual look of the Santa Fe collection.  These roomy hobo styles bags are big enough to carry all your essentials.

Retro Romance Handbag, Work & Travel - The aged mocha colored leather is what makes theses pieces perfect for everyday use whether you are using them for work or play. The vintage styling of floral and basket weave tooling blended on the front and back of each item, along with whip stitching, silver antiqued spots, and a Western star concho and buckle set are what make all of the handbags, wallets, briefcases, backpacks, duffels and accessory items exceptional enough to call a work of art.

Over the Rainbow - Lively colors and casual comfort are what the Over the Rainbow totes are all about. With outside pockets for quick access to your grab-and-go items and a zipper top for security.

Wild Side - An exotic mix of leopard printed hair-on cowhide and warm tan leather blen perfectly to form this fashion forward collection.  These bags are beautifully hand tooled and accented with bold brass spots and an intricate three piece buckle set.

Boot Scoot Boogie - American West offers a collection inspired by boots and converted into a functional zip-top carry-all tote that is unique and fashionable.

Rock Star - Step onto the stage with this trendsetting collection.  Every piece boasts soft black pebble leather combined with shiny black hand-tooled leather and accented with loads of crystals and silver spots together with a custom designed cross.

Prairie Rose - Printed brown and white cowhide is surrounded by soft, tumbled chrome brown leather and chocolate brown filigree hand-tooled leather in the wildly popular Prairie Rose Collection.  Decorative elements include large silver antiqued spots, and antique silver scroll buckle, and vanilla colored contrast stitching.

Everyday Cowgirl Totes - For the on-the-go cowgirl, these everyday totes offer the best in style and functionality! Providing easy access, these totes feature a zipper top, a front snap compartment, and two side open pockets.

Harvest Moon - This collection reflects a time of free expression with its distinct handcrafted feel capturing a vintage familiarity. Using warm tan tones of dye, the leather is hand rubbed with several layers of stain to create this qunique distressed feel. Accentuated with leather lacing and just enough silver hardware.

Heartland - Adorable cut-outs, antiqued spots, and perfect function are all on the mark with these structured hobo handbags. Each handbag is secured with a zipper top and features and adjustable shoulder strap.

Backpacker - Perfectly classic in design these backpacks feature a large drawstring compartment with an inside zipper compartment and two interior pouches, as well as two outer pouches on the front with magnetic closure, and an additional zipper compartment on the back.  Accentuated with buckles, antiqued spots and more.

Global Trekker Backpacks - Function and more function, from campus to work these backpacks will last a life time. So many options please read each backpacks's individual description.

Oakleaf Travel - Classic mahogany toned leather is hand tooled with acorn and oakleaf patterns to create a refined line of luggage and business wear. Basketweaver tooling patterns, silver scroll 3-piece buckle sets and silver conchos add to the traditional good looks of this collection.

Cattle Drive - Two toned leather luggage with leather whip-stitching, oak leaf and basket weave tooling, silver studding, and silver scroll Western hardware.