Our History

Since our humble beginnings, Weaver has become a driving force across various industries including equine, livestock, leather supply, pet, arborist, tool gear and custom manufacturing. Below are some highlights from our history that have paved the way and prepared us for continued growth.

Fryburg Shoe Shop

1973

Fryburg Shoe Shop was founded by Harry A. Weaver. He operated out of his 20' x 40' garage. The primary focus was shoe repairs.

Weaver Leather Goods sign

1974

With the shift toward manufacturing leather goods. Harry changed the company name to Weaver Leather Goods.

Paul Weaver

1981

Paul H. Weaver was appointed as president of Weaver Leather Goods.

Weaver Leather Goods first catalog

1982

The first catalog was printed - a black and white 10 page catalog featuring horse halters, cattle and pet supplies and various hardware pieces.

Weaver Leather Distributing logo

1983

Weaver Leather Distributing Co. was founded to distribute a variety of leather and hardware.

Weaver Leather Consignment Auction

1984

First annual Weaver Consignment Auction was held.

Weaver Leather Inc sign

1984

Weaver Leather Goods and Weaver Distributing Co. merged to form one company, Weaver Leather, Inc.

Protack

1989

Acquired ProTack® and began manufacturing nylon products under the ProTack® name.

Weaver Leather Exclusives

1994

Weaver Leather introduced the first exclusive items - The Miracle Collar® and Lil' Dude® Stirrups.

Weaver West

1998

Acquired Morgan's, a manufacturer and distributor of western saddlery items. Launched Weaver West line of luggage and bags.

Weaver Leather Supply Logo

2001

Acquired Mast Harness Hardware, a distributor of leather, hardware, dyes, finishes, harness parts and machine parts.

Smart Cinch

2001

Introduced Smart Cinch® with Roll Snug® Buckle.

Bells & Sleigh Bells

2007

Acquired Bells & Sleigh Bells, the makers of harness bells, door hangers and gift items.

Sarah Weaver's Fine Gifts

2009

Launched Sarah Weaver's Fine Gifts product line, formerly Bells and Sleigh Bells.

Master Tools Little Wonder

2010

Introduced the patented Master Tool Little Wonder.

Weaver Livestock Logo

2010

Acquired Grand Drive Livestock Supply, the makers and distributors of livestock liquid and aerosols.

eZall

2011

Acquired eZall® Technologies, the leader in bio-based grooming supplies for horses, livestock, dogs and cats.

SilverTip Halters

2014

Acquired Silvertip®, the original makers of our popular line of rope halters that are hand-tied with pride in the USA.

Terrain D.O.G.

2015

Introduced Terrain D.O.G.®, our premium line of pet products developed with a mission to empower adventurous pet lovers and their four-legged sidekicks to take on any terrain.

Jason Weaver CEO/President

2017

Jason Weaver was named CEO and president of Weaver Leather.

Troxel Helmets Logo

2017

Acquired Troxel Cycling & Fitness, LLC, the world’s leading provider of ASTM/SEI certified equestrian helmets.

Weaver Tool Gear logo

2019

Introduced Weaver Tool Gear, a premium line of tool belts built with hardworking materials and American workmanship to meet the needs of professional tradesmen.

Cool Aid

2020

Acquired CoolAid®, a line of products for equine and pet that focuses on cooling and icing animals that is powered by Coolcore® technology.