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Chapsleder | Reitsportleder
- robustes Chapsleder – gemacht für Sattel, Staub und Freiheit -
Chaps & Equestrian Leather Built for the Outdoors
Chaps leather belongs outdoors — wherever wind, dust and constant movement are part of the job. It's tough, flexible, and comfortable to wear, which is exactly why riders, bikers and tradespeople rely on it.
ProjektLeder.international chaps leather protects reliably against friction and the elements, offers secure grip through every movement, and only improves with age. Whether you're into Western riding, motorcycling or outdoor work, this leather delivers functional strength with real character. Request your free sample today.
ProjektLeder.international chaps leather protects reliably against friction and the elements, offers secure grip through every movement, and only improves with age. Whether you're into Western riding, motorcycling or outdoor work, this leather delivers functional strength with real character. Request your free sample today.
Mojave | Büffelleder
Naturbelassenes Büffelleder mit feinem Schliff und Wachsgriff: softer Pull-up-Look, robuste Haptik und markante, individuelle Narbenstruktur.
Regular price: €55.50 / m²
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Nubuk Leder | hydrophobiert
Samtweiches, hydrophobiertes Nubuk aus deutscher Rohware: natürlich atmungsaktiv, wasserabweisend und alltagstauglich für Möbel, Automotive & Accessoires.
Regular price: €84.50 / m²
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Wild | Wasserbüffelleder
Naturbelassenes Wasserbüffelleder im Vintage-Look mit leicht nubuktierter Oberfläche: robust, atmungsaktiv und mit charaktervoller Patina für Möbel, Schuhe und Accessoires.
Regular price: €49.77 / m²
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Vintage | Shabby Style
Vintage-Nappaleder aus Rind: bewusst „used“ veredelt mit Pull-Up-Charme, entwickelt schnell Patina und bringt warmen, authentischen Look in Möbel, Accessoires und Interior.
Regular price: €76.50 / m²
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Perfekt Nubuk | Nubukleder
Premium Nubukleder aus echtem Rindleder: samtweich, atmungsaktiv und langlebig. Ideal für Möbel, Mode und Accessoires mit edler Optik und natürlicher Haptik.
Regular price: €76.50 / m²
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Nappa-Leder Straußenoptik
Echtes Nappaleder in Straußenoptik kombiniert die luxuriöse Optik von Straußenleder mit der Weichheit und Haltbarkeit von hochwertigem Nappaleder. Es eignet sich perfekt für elegante Modeaccessoires, Möbel und Fahrzeuginterieurs, dank seiner einzigartigen Prägung und pflegeleichten Eigenschaften.
Regular price: €82.50 / m²
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Chaps Leather
ProjektLeder.international Chaps Leather for Riders & Beyond
Reliable Protection in the Saddle
ProjektLeder.international chaps leather is mainly used for chaps – leg wear for riders that protects against friction and injury, particularly in Western riding. It ticks every box for protection and comfort.
Produced Sustainably
Free from AZO dyes, CFCs and PCP. Our organic collections, Antique and Veggi, are IVM-certified and produced chrome-free.
Tough in Any Climate
Built-in stain protection makes it resistant to wear. It adapts to your body temperature, staying comfortable in both summer and winter.
Care & Service
Clean with a damp cloth; our ProjektLeder.international care range is recommended. All standard saddlery work, such as sewing and stapling, is easy to carry out.
What Sets ProjektLeder.international Chaps Leather Apart
- • Soft: Gentle and comfortable against the skin.
- • Durable: Built to handle tough riding conditions.
- • Flexible: Plenty of freedom of movement in the saddle.
- • Protective: Guards against friction, injury and the elements.
- • Breathable: Comfortable to wear for hours at a time.
Types of Chaps Leather We Offer
• Cowhide: Sturdy and long-lasting.
• Suede: Soft and velvety to the touch.
• Nubuck: Buffed leather, also available water-repellent.
• Buffalo leather: Extra tough for demanding conditions.
Suited for: Western riding, motorcycling and outdoor work.
In Summary
ProjektLeder.international chaps leather combines durability, flexibility and breathability – ideal for riding, motorcycling and outdoor work.
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Palazzo| Baroque-style fabric | period furniture fabric
Palazzo baroque fabric for antique furniture – 3 free samples
Regular price: €69.90
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Velluto | Upholstery fabrc Italiano
Velluto: cosy structured velour in easy-care microfibre for chairs and armchairs – 3 samples free of charge
Regular price: €34.50
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Flauschi | Polsterstoff
Flauschi faux fur: teddy-soft and dense for cushions, stools and armchairs – 3 samples free of charge
Regular price: €36.50
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Renova | sustainable fabric
Renova: durable fabric for upholstery, curtains and décor with Quickclean stain protection – 3 free samples
Regular price: €59.50
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Camouflage | Military
Camouflage | Military: hard-wearing upholstery and curtain fabric with stain protection – 3 free samples
Regular price: €34.50
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Königssee | Country-style upholstery fabric
Königssee upholstery fabric in country style – 3 free samples
Regular price: €59.50
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Bodensee | Country-style upholstery fabric
Bodensee: chenille fabric with stain protection for sofas and curtains – 3 free samples
Regular price: €68.50
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Werdenfels
Werdenfels chenille with Teflon stain protection for upholstery – 3 free samples to order
Regular price: €56.50
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Alpenstern | Country-style fabric
Alpenstern: stain-protected fabric for upholstery, curtains and decor – 3 free samples
Regular price: €68.50
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FAQ's zu dieser Kategorie
Wie pflege ich Kleidung oder Ausrüstung aus Chapsleder richtig?
Chapsleder ist gemacht, um draußen was auszuhalten – ob an Western-Chaps, Reithosen, Motorradhosen oder Arbeitsschutz. Trotzdem freut es sich über ein bisschen Pflege. Nach jedem Einsatz sollte das Leder trocken abgebürstet oder mit einem weichen Tuch vom Staub befreit werden. Wenn’s mal richtig schmutzig war, reicht lauwarmes Wasser mit etwas neutraler Seife.
Wichtig: immer an der Luft trocknen lassen, nie auf der Heizung.
Einmal im Quartal (bei häufiger Nutzung gern öfter) sollte das Leder nachgefettet oder imprägniert werden – je nach Oberfläche. Glatte Leder freuen sich über eine dünne Schicht Pflegecreme, Velours- und Nubukleder bleiben mit einem Imprägnierspray atmungsaktiv und geschützt. Wer regelmäßig pflegt, hält nicht nur die Farbe frisch, sondern sorgt auch dafür, dass das Material geschmeidig bleibt und nicht austrocknet.
Und falls du dich fragst, was Western-Chaps eigentlich sind: Das sind die klassischen offenen Lederschützer, die Cowboys oder Westernreiter über der Jeans tragen – sie schützen Beine und Sattel vor Reibung, Schmutz und Wetter. Genau dafür ist dieses Leder gemacht: robust, flexibel und langlebig.
Wann lohnt sich hydrophobiertes Leder?
Wenn du Chaps oder Schutzbekleidung für den Außenbereich nähst, ist ein hydrophobiertes (wasserabweisend ausgerüstetes) Leder sinnvoll. Es nimmt weniger Feuchtigkeit auf, bleibt flexibel und trocknet schneller.
Was ist der Unterschied zwischen Wildleder und Glattleder bei Chaps?
Wildleder (Suede) ist weich, griffig und atmungsaktiv – beliebt für den klassischen Western-Look. Glattere Leder sind pflegeleichter, schmutzunempfindlicher und wirken moderner. Viele kombinieren beides, um Funktion und Stil zu verbinden.
Lässt sich Chapsleder leicht verarbeiten?
Ja, Chapsleder lässt sich sehr gut zuschneiden, nähen und formen. Es ist flexibel, franst kaum aus und bleibt trotzdem stabil. Für saubere Kanten empfiehlt sich scharfes Werkzeug und etwas Lederfett nach dem Zuschnitt.
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What Sets ProjektLeder.international Chaps Leather Apart
Protection That Lasts
ProjektLeder.international chaps leather is built for situations where your material really needs to hold up. It offers reliable protection against friction, scrapes, branches and changing weather, while staying pleasantly flexible. High abrasion and tear resistance make it exceptionally durable and ideal for everyday demands.
Comfortable in Any Climate
The leather moves with you without restricting movement, staying comfortable even during long days of use. It's also breathable, keeping conditions balanced whether it's summer or winter. Functionality here meets a natural, tactile feel that only gets better with age.
A Wide Range of Looks
Visually, chaps leather offers a wide choice of colours and finishes — from soft and supple to rugged and textured. This makes it easy to match the material to your style, whether for classic Western chaps, touring gear or heavy-duty workwear.
Easy to Maintain and Work With
Thanks to built-in stain protection, upkeep is simple. The leather holds its shape well and can be neatly sewn, stapled, glued, tacked or stretched — ideal for precise saddlery work and for standing up to dust and moisture in daily use.
Where It's Used
Typical applications include Western riding, where it provides classic leg and saddle protection, motorcycle gear as extra wind and abrasion protection, and outdoor workwear such as agriculture and forestry. Anywhere mobility, protection and durability matter, ProjektLeder.international chaps leather is the right choice.
From Cowhide to Buffalo: The Character Behind Chaps Leather
Chaps leather is more than just leather. It's the material that goes with you wherever the outdoors takes you — in the saddle, on a motorcycle, or at work. It needs to feel right, protect reliably and last for years.
- • Cowhide: The classic choice — sturdy, grippy and long-lasting, with an ideal balance of stability and flexibility.
- • Suede: Also known as velour. Soft and natural, with a lively character all its own.
- • Nubuck: A fine, velvety surface, also available water-repellent on request.
- • Buffalo leather: A strong grip and remarkable durability that keeps its character for years.
Sustainability & Ethics
Good leather shouldn't come at the environment's expense. Our chaps leather is produced without AZO dyes, CFCs or PCP. The Antique Natural Leather and Veggi Natural Leather collections are IVM-certified and chrome-free tanned, following clear, sustainable standards — a material that's durable, functional and fairly produced.