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Armitas (meaning little armor) were the leggins' of the
vaquero. Originally made of deer or elk hide, these are a stylistic copy
of the early Armitas. We prefer to make these with glove soft cow hide.
Some hides may have minor blemishes such as brands or barb wire scratches
that add, uniqueness and character to the Armitas. We can make them fixed
leg (step in) or with the more common straps clips. They feature extra
long fringe, a wrap and tie belt or buckle belt with fringed waist flap.
These Armitas are very comfortable and functional.
All Armitas
are made to order per your specifications. Please measure carefully. We take your measurements and
build you a unique pair of Armitas.
Fit
We believe that fringe should extend to just short of the top of your
boot, we use the out-seam measurement to achieve this. If you would like
your fringe to fall shorter on your leg please provide us with a shorter
out-seam measurement.
Chap Leather
For warmer climates most prefer the lighter weight glove soft hide. Weight may vary between 3.5 to
4.5oz. For those in colder climates we can get heavier weighted leather with the same glovey
feel, this leather falls in the 5 - 6oz. weight range. Please Specify Below.
Colors
Generally we build most of our chinks in traditional colors, such as Butter/Tan,
Chocolate (Dark Brown), Cream, Tobacco (Brown/Clay). Click Here For Color
Samples. Due to the hide market color availability may vary and is
subject to change. We're also happy to send you samples of colors we
currently have available. Although; a wide variety of other colors are also available upon request; these colors may require an additional charge.
Please Specify Below.
Xtra Large or Oversize Orders will be subject to an Upcharge
Chap Hide
Color Chart
Traditional Base Price -(No Hardware).
The traditional style will have step
in legs (fixed leg, put em' on like a pair of jeans) with a wrap and tie
waist belt, this belt is tied in the front. The belt is made of thin but
strong leather as to not make the knot in front bulky. The knot is hidden
under the front fringe apron.
Options
Waist Belt Option- For those of you who don't want the wrap and
tie waist belt, we provide a rear buckle type belt. This belt is
1-1/4" wide with the buckle on the left side. Some folks prefer this because
they can run the belt through the center/rear belt loop on their jeans. (add
$5 )
Leg Strap Option -For those of you who don't care for the 'step-in'
style legs we can provide adjustable straps and clips. D rings are
positioned on the outside thigh while adjustable straps, (2 per leg) come around
the leg with the common chink quick clips. (add $5 )
Pocket- You may add a flap style pocket for and additional $35 please specify which leg. Click Here for an example
Scalloped Leg Plate- We built 3 Pair like this and took
them to the Californios, show in Red Bluff, they were very popular and were
the first to sell. What we do is cut out a piece of Herman Oak Tooling
& Strap leather in a classy scalloped design and Border stamp it. This
makes for a different look. Click here for an example. You can also see a pair below, on the very bottom. (add $25)
Two tone coloring, or fringe also available,
please contact us for pricing.
How to Measure:
Note: Please take the time to have someone measure you. We often see
errors when one tries to measure him/herself. Use a cloth or tailors measuring
tape if possible.
Waist Measurement:
Diameter of the waist where you
normally wear your chaps/chinks. Measure over your jeans or whatever you
normally wear under your chinks/chaps.
Rise:
From the bottom of the crotch to
where you took the waist measurement.
Upper Thigh:
Diameter around the thigh just below
the crotch .
Mid Thigh:
Diameter around the thigh between the
knee and crotch .
Length:
This measurement is used to determine
the overall length of your Chinks/Armitas. From the top the top belt to
the end of the fringe (where the fringe stops). We think on Chinks or
Armitas the fringe should stop about 1-2 inches above the toe of your boot ,
some people prefer them long some shorter this is entirely up to you.
Waist to Knee:
This measurement helps us to ensure that there is plenty of leather coverage below the knee before the fringe cut line starts. For this measurement please measure from where you took the "Waist" measurement down the front of your leg to the middle of you knee cap.
Inseam:
From the bottom of the crotch to just above
the top of the foot. This measurement help us determine if all the above
measurements given are accurate.
What size jeans do you wear?:
Please provide the waist and inseam size of the jeans you normally ride in.
(these numbers will almost always be smaller than your actual waist and length
measurements) This also helps us determine if all the above measurements given
are accurate.
Important:
Delivery time depends on our current work load. All custom Armitas & Chinks
are hand made one at a time. If you would like to know what current estimated
lead time is please email or call us.
New Instructional Video on How to Measure (click here )
Please Also Note:
If you use this online ordering system you will be charged in full up
front for the total cost of your custom Armitas or Chinks. There are no
refunds on custom Armita or Chink orders. No Exceptions . If you'd
rather not pay in full up front we require a $35 deposit to put your order on the books. However to do the deposit only option you
must call with your order info. We're sorry there is currently no way to do the deposit only option on the online ordering system however we hope
to be able to do this in the near future. If you have any questions or concerns
please contact us .
Thank you for your understanding.
Xtra Large or Oversize Orders will be subject to an Upcharge
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What type of waist belt would you like?
Please Select... Traditional Wrap & Tie
Buckle Belt (+$5.00)
What type of leg closure would you like?
Please Select... Traditional Step In
Straps & Clips (+$5.00)
Straps & Buckles (+$5.00)
Waist Measurement
Rise Measurement
Upper Thigh
Mid Thigh Measurement
Length Measurement
Inseam Measurement
What Size jeans do you where?
Would you like to add a pocket?
Please Select... No Thank You
Yes, on left leg (+$35.00)
Yes, on right leg (+$35.00)
Special Instructions
Would you like the new style scalloped leg plate?
Please Select... No Thank you
Yes Please (+$25.00)
Waist to Knee Measurement
Would you like to add a rope patch?
Please Select... No Thank you
Yes Please (+$10.00)