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The Airport Lead™ -- a metal-free leather leash and collar combo for travel
$54.00
Unit price per
The Airport Lead™ -- a metal-free leather leash and collar combo for travel
$54.00
Unit price perProduct Description
A BLD exclusive design helps you travel effortlessly and avoid the pat down at TSA.
This versatile, metal-free, premium leather slip lead is ideal for frequent flyers who travel with service/assistance dogs or pets permitted to fly aboard airplanes. It's perfect for working dog handlers who visit secure sites including courthouses.
- Versatile, hardware-free all-in-one leash/collar design ideal for traveling
- Conveniently pass right through security checkpoints and metal detectors
- Dog remains safely leashed while your belongings are screened separately
- Can be worn as a harness by looping the lead under the dog’s chest and back through the collar for more control
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Easy to use slip-collar and leash combo fits any size dog
- Artisan handcrafted in Colorado, USA from premium, full grain leather
- Lifetime warranty
6 foot long, 1/2 and 5/8 inch widths are IN STOCK and ship quickly! Please allow 3-5 business days for other sizes to be made-to-order.
Please note: Six foot long leashes are made with two pieces of leather braided together 24 inches below the handle due to the inherent size limitation of leather hides.
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Sizing
Width:
- Small (3/8” / 7mm. width): Best for smaller and medium sized dogs.
- Medium (1/2” / 11mm. width): Great for medium sized dogs, yet sturdy enough for large dogs. *Most popular choice! *
- Large (5/8” / 14mm. width): Great for larger dogs, or those that like a heavier, sturdy feeling leash.
Length:
Choose the overall length of the leash: 4 or 6 feet. Remember your dog’s neck will use some of the length so the functional leash will be shorter. Six foot leashes will be made with two pieces of leather, with a braided splice 2 ft. below the handle.
Black leather collar and leash combination shown as a slip-collar on a mannequin dog, made with no metal for TSA-friendly, easy security screening.
Materials & Guarantees
As always, we stand behind the quality of our in-house handmade products with a Lifetime Warranty on materials and workmanship.
Please find complete warranty details here.
Did you know BLD products are designed to be repaired instead of replaced? Even if the item is not covered by our warranty (like for chewing), most damaged leashes can be repaired and made functional for a nominal fee.
BLACK LATIGO leather
Latigo tanned specifically for quality horse tack and premium pet products and has a high tensile strength. Your leash will start out a bit firm yet flexible and will very quickly soften and will continue to get better with age. The rich black color is drum dyed during tanning (rather than just dyed on the surface). Made in North America from select US steer hides. Stainless steel (silver color) hardware is standard.
English Bridle Leather in LONDON TAN
English bridle has a supple, satin-smooth finish and satisfying hand feel that is simply unmatched. London Tan, cherished in the 19th century for the finest horse tack, ages to a warm patina while keeping its lighter brown and orange tones. This full grain leather is 100% veg tanned with no metals or harsh chemicals. Made in North America from select US steer hides. ("English" refers to the style of tanning rather than a location.)
Solid brass (gold colored) hardware is standard.
Caring for leather: Your BLD leather gear will last for many years and only get better with age. Leather is resilient, don’t be afraid to use it in daily life. A light coat of conditioner rubbed in like lotion keeps it healthy.
Small 3/8 inch (7 mm)—Best for small and medium-sized dogs 15-30 pounds. Narrow, lighter weight leather with small yet strong hardware is ideal for small to medium dogs when a thin leash is desired. Constructed with sturdy, elegant braids at both ends. (Not recommended for larger dogs)
Medium 1/2 inch (11 mm)—Our most popular width, this medium size feels nice in the hand and is excellent for most dogs ranging 20 to 80 pounds. Medium sized hardware is well proportioned to the leash size. Constructed with sturdy, elegant braids at both ends. (For heavy pullers, we recommend the next size up.)
Large 5/8 inch (14 mm)—For larger dogs, this size fits well in the hands, and is a good choice if you like a substantial leash that’s not too bulky. Large hardware means it’s best for dogs over 50 pounds. Both the “dog end” and handle-end are constructed with sturdy, elegant braids. Some leash designs are made with screw posts at the “dog end.”
Extra Large 3/4 inch (17 mm)—Sized for large, giant, and very strong dogs. Great for people who like wide, substantial leash. Made with heavy duty hardware, the XL is constructed with braids for the handle-end, and with screw posts at the “dog-end” of the lead. (Not recommended for dogs under 60 pounds.)
XXL 1” inch (25 mm)—Extra-wide and super thick, this heavy-duty leash size available by custom order and is not eligible for returns or refunds. Contact us directly to place a special order.
