In his hands was by far the best belt he had ever held. A creation of the artist from Equus leather that was superior in quality, design, and spirit to any other belt on the market. He quickly bought a second belt. Then he went back for the third belt and tragedy struck. Equus Leather had gone out of business. Like so many other talented creators, the world of huge fashion conglomerates, increasing costs of materials, and a de-appreciation of higher quality goods had struck.

With a young eagerness, some small savings, and a big idea Burton set out to develop a company that could support and engage these small artisans. The dying art of clothes-making can not just die a quiet death. A natural product emerged, leather belts; and Bowie & Burton was born. Soon to be added to the line-up are a wide array of products from bandanas, to jeans, to shirts. All are made by artisans, all superior products, and all with. a unique spirit.