Full-Grain Leather BBQ Apron
Steel & Hardness
See the description below for the materials and finish of this piece.
Dimensions & Weight
Exact measurements for this piece are being added — reach out and we're happy to confirm dimensions before you order.
Care & Maintenance
Hand wash only with warm water and mild soap, and dry immediately — never leave a blade soaking or run it through a dishwasher. Wipe on a light coat of food-grade mineral oil after use to protect the steel, and store it dry in a sheath, knife roll, or on a magnetic strip. A few seconds of care after each use keeps a hand-forged edge true for decades.
Personalisation & Engraving
Add free engraving with the option above — up to 20 characters on the blade, or engrave the leather sheath. Adds 2 business days. Engraved pieces are final sale. For any other engraving request, email us at info@northboundblade.com.
Shipping & Returns
We ship worldwide, fully tracked, with free shipping on orders over $150 to Canada and the USA. Each piece is prepared within 2 business days; delivery to Canada and the USA usually takes 8–11 business days, and delivery options for your country are shown at checkout.
Full-price items can be returned within 14 days of delivery, unused and in their original packaging. Sale items and engraved pieces are final sale. If any piece, including a sale or engraved piece, arrives damaged, defective or incorrect, contact us and we'll refund or replace it and cover the return shipping.
From the bench
About this piece
A full-grain leather apron built for the grill, the smoker, or the kitchen — adjustable buckle straps, a heavy front pocket, and a dedicated knife pocket. Every apron is finished with our leather Northbound Blade patch and only gets better looking with age. Available in three colors: black, brown, and tan.
The details: Full-grain leather, finished with a distressed, broken-in look from day one. Adjustable buckle neck strap for a comfortable fit. Front pocket for tools, a thermometer, or your phone, plus a dedicated knife pocket. Available in two height-based sizes — choose according to your height using the measurements below. Wipe clean and condition with a leather balm every few months to keep it supple.
Sizing — available in two sizes, chosen by height:
162–177 cm
- Length: 77 cm / 30 in
- Width: 68 cm / 27 in
- Width at top of chest: 25 cm / 10 in
178–190 cm
- Length: 89 cm / 35 in
- Width: 76 cm / 30 in
- Width at top of chest: 25 cm / 10 in
A gift that gets used: This is the kind of gift that actually gets worn — for the griller, the home cook, or anyone who spends real time at a cutting board. Full-grain leather develops its own patina, so it looks better every year, not worse.
FAQ
What colors are available? Black, brown, and tan — choose your color above.
Does it come with a knife? No — the apron includes a dedicated knife pocket, but the knife is sold separately. Pairs perfectly with any of our kitchen knives.
What size is it? Two sizes, based on height — see the full measurements above for each. Pick whichever range matches your height.
How do I care for the leather? Wipe it down after use, keep it dry, and apply a leather conditioner every few months. Full-grain leather darkens and softens with wear — that's part of the look.
01 — Cut
Selected & cut by hand
Full-grain hides are inspected for grain and thickness, then cut and skived by hand, panel by panel, before a single stitch goes in.
02 — Stitched
Saddle-stitched by hand
Every seam is hand-stitched with waxed thread using two needles worked in tandem, so it holds even if a single stitch is cut.
03 — Finished
Burnished & conditioned
Edges are burnished smooth and sealed, then the leather is conditioned with natural oils to deepen its patina and protect it for years of daily use.