Austin’s journey into leatherwork began as a meditative prayer exercise during the Year of St. Joseph. Today, he balances his role as a Project Executive in the high-precision door and window industry with his passion for traditional leathercraft. Running Golden West Leather Co from his home workshop, Austin applies his professional eye for quality and durability to every hand-stitched piece. He doesn't just make leather goods; he builds tools for life, crafted in the quiet hours between a full-time career and family life.