Colonel’s Journal

Colonel’s Words of Wisdom Watch this video on YouTube Video Transcript Colonel: “When I was a kid growing up in the country, in a small town, a lot of the older men, when they’d meet a boy, I guess rather than saying, well you know ‘How are you doin’?’ or ‘How are you feelin’?’ or […]

Colonel’s Words of Wisdom Watch this video on YouTube Video Transcript Colonel: “I want things to be right. I don’t have anywhere for second-rate anything. I’m just not in the second rate business. And I say this even when I go speak to young people or college groups or wherever I go. One thing I […]

Every day, we receive notes from our customers telling us how they feel about our products, customer service, and our company in general. Here is just one of the many we’d like to share: Dear Col Littleton, I wanted to take a moment and let you know about a mishap that I had with one of […]

Find the perfect belt for you or choose one for someone special. Our unique adjusting features allows the belt to increase or decrease 8-inches along the side. Need help selecting a size? Scroll down to see our Belt Size Chart and fit guidelines. No. 1 Leather Belt – (Available in Sizes: Small, Large, XLarge)   […]

I was on the internet looking at a new car and I bought this bag instead. I saved us $60,000 dollars! I just thought you would have wanted me to. I just felt out of my comfort zone without it. I had an out-of-body experience. The guys at work said I deserved it. It’s a […]

The Traveler – Leather Tumbler Sleeve Patent Pending (for Yeti Rambler® 20 oz. and 30 oz.) “Being a leather aficionado, I’m partial to the look and feel of our new sleeve. Since I carry my Yeti Rambler® everywhere I go, I designed the handy sleeve not only for aesthetics but with a carry strap for no-spill […]

“Great leather belts aren’t made by accident. I use the highest quality materials and make them right here in the USA.” “The biggest belt/buckle question that ever came to mind years ago before I was The Colonel and in the leather goods business was…’Is it buckle or buckel?’ My wife always said, ‘Of course, it’s […]

 Growing old gracefully is a beautiful thing . . . in people and in well-tanned, well-made leather goods. The No. 1 Saddlebag Briefcase was the first all-leather bag in the Col. Littleton line, making its debut in our 2002 catalog. My personal No. 1 Saddlebag Briefcase (pictured above) is dated 6/25/01; and I’ve carried it, […]

THROWBACK THIRTY 2017 is our 30th year in business, but I haven’t always been proprietor of The Great American Leather Company. Those of you who are familiar with the Col. Littleton story know that the first thing I sold under the Col. Littleton brand was vintage cuff links and accessories. To celebrate our 30th year in […]

I want to hear from YOU. Send me your letters and pictures. – Colonel Email us at [email protected] Or, Mail to Colonel Littleton, 755 Abernathy Rd, Lynnville, TN 38472 Feel free to include a picture of your product, too.  (Even better if you’re in it!)