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The Leather 8-Way Lead™ - versatile leash (6 or 8 feet long)
$75.00
Unit price per
The Leather 8-Way Lead™ - versatile leash (6 or 8 feet long)
$75.00
Unit price perProduct Description
The 8-Way Lead™ is our most popular leash design for people who are serious about quality dog gear. This European style, multi-functional lead is so versatile it’s like having eight leashes in one!
Our 8-Way Leads features a bolt snap at each end, 3 fixed rings, and one loose ring. This leash does NOT HAVE A FIXED LOOP HANDLE, rather, it has a bolt snap at each end so you can use the leash in any configuration. This means that you can form a loop handle by clipping the bolt snap at the "handle-end" onto the first fixed ring. As with all leashes handcrafted in our own workshop, the 8-Way comes with our unmatched Lifetime Warranty.
6 ft. 8-Way Functionality Highlights
- Just over six feet long at approximately 82 inches/208 cm long from bolt snap to bolt snap.
- Can be shortened or lengthened to make variable lengths (6, 4 ½, or 3 ½ foot lead)
- Excellent as a hands-free leash that can be worn across your body by placing the leash over your shoulder (6 ft. version is approximately 4.5 ft. from your shoulder to the dog)
- Dual Control Option: you can connect one end of the leash to a training collar, and one to a regular collar
- Great for obedience training, service dogs, pet dogs, and for use with head collars or harnesses
- This multi-functional lead can be clipped to a collar or harness, or may be used as a slip-collar for effective yet gentle training
8 ft. long 8×8 Lead™
The 8 ft. long 8×8 Lead™ has all the same features, but is eight feet long with the handle configured, and approximately 105"/266 cm from bolt snap to bolt snap.
- This extra-long lead is designed for tall or larger people and/or short or small breed dogs
- It shortens to a 6, or 4 1/2-foot lead
- When worn hands-free over the shoulder, it’s approximately 6 ft. from your shoulder to the dog
Info about warranty, leather and width/size can be found below
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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.
