Joe Burkholder is a 3rd generation Amish leather worker, who owns and operates Joe's Harness Shop in Ethel, Missouri. He is experienced in the fabrication of a wide range of leather products, from belts and holsters, to chaps, to harness and tack. Joe learned the trade from his father, who learned it from Joe's grandfather. He is committed to quality materials, and quality workmanship. All of his work is backed by his personal guarantee. If the work is faulty, Joe refuses to sell it. Each product is stamped with his own trademark. Joe is currently teaching the trade to his own sons.
Simply put, everything Joe does is done by hand. From strip cutting, to edge rubbing and finishing, to dye application on the edges, to hole punching. It is done by Joe. And it is done by hand.
If Joe thinks a product is faulty, then Joe doesn't sell it. He places his "Joe's Harness Shop" stamp of approval on each belt. This means quality, and Joe is willing to back it up.
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Linda on Aug 3, 2026
5 out of 5 starsI ordered 2 belts - black and brown - for my husband. They are extremely high quality materials and workmanship. They are way better than the belts you find in regular stores. Totally worth the higher price. I agree with others that you may want to err on the side of ordering a size up if you want a little overage of belt when buckled.
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Jake on Jul 28, 2026
5 out of 5 starsGreat new work belt that will last much longer than any commercially available belt! Don’t buy cheap laminated “leather” that looks good for a day or two, get something like this that will last!!
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kenny on Jul 23, 2026
5 out of 5 starsFlawless belt, received as described. Thinner than I thought but it's still shines quality.
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Ben on Jul 10, 2026
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful crafted belt with superb leather. Looks like it will last a lifetime
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Vijay on Jun 16, 2026
5 out of 5 starsBought a belt here again after a few years, another color, just as good as it was before. Much better quality than what I get in stores
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Mike on May 11, 2026
5 out of 5 starsThis is the second belt I’ve ordered from Kaen Leather. They are of extremely high quality and worth the price, and much better than anything you’ll find in a store.
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Scott on Aug 15, 2026
5 out of 5 starsThe leatherwork in this belt is truly spectacular. Clean lines and the burnishing makes it easy to take on and off. Excellent craftsmanship from skilled craftsman. The belt was as nice if not better than pictured. Highly recommended.
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