Whiteknuckler Blog

They don't make things like they used to… but we do!

So what do all these cars, trucks, bikes, and racing things have to do with a leather goods company?

Truckers, riders, rodders, and ranchers know what a whiteknuckle experience is, and this is why we say that our line of leather goods and accessories is hot rod and horsepower inspired. Much of our inspiration comes from the design era when things were made differently and well, frankly, better. We can't reproduce the cars of the classic horsepower era but we can make things as they used to be for our line of leather goods and accessories!

In our blog, you will find a collection of stories, articles, and themes that turn our crank so to speak, and tie into classic design language synonymous with our American-made goods!

Enjoy!

Whiteknuckler Blog

The Future Was Uncertain, and the End Was Always Near: The History of the DeLorean

The Future Was Uncertain, and the End Was Alway...

Undoubtedly, when you hear the word “DeLorean,” your mind turns to the movie series that put the car on the map. If that were the DeLorean’s only claim to fame,...

The Future Was Uncertain, and the End Was Alway...

Undoubtedly, when you hear the word “DeLorean,” your mind turns to the movie series that put the car on the map. If that were the DeLorean’s only claim to fame,...

Taking a Gander at the Spruce Goose

Taking a Gander at the Spruce Goose

Perhaps the most outstanding example of assonance in history, the Spruce Goose could be considered an epic fail. It was poised for greatness. Howard Hughes was at the helm, and...

Taking a Gander at the Spruce Goose

Perhaps the most outstanding example of assonance in history, the Spruce Goose could be considered an epic fail. It was poised for greatness. Howard Hughes was at the helm, and...

Innovations of World War II: Six Things that Changed How the World Was

Innovations of World War II: Six Things that Ch...

Necessity is the mother of invention or, in this case, innovations. During World War II, necessity brought about an almost infinite number of innovations that changed the daily life of...

Innovations of World War II: Six Things that Ch...

Necessity is the mother of invention or, in this case, innovations. During World War II, necessity brought about an almost infinite number of innovations that changed the daily life of...

History of the Airstream Trailer

History of the Airstream Trailer

In today’s society, everything old is becoming new again. The Airstream Trailer is one of the most coveted vintage items on the road today. Though it has been around in one form...

History of the Airstream Trailer

In today’s society, everything old is becoming new again. The Airstream Trailer is one of the most coveted vintage items on the road today. Though it has been around in one form...

History of the Ford RS200

History of the Ford RS200

While Ford’s contribution to the Rally Car world might have been far ahead of its time, the Group B Ford RS200 still retains one of the most interesting histories of...

History of the Ford RS200

While Ford’s contribution to the Rally Car world might have been far ahead of its time, the Group B Ford RS200 still retains one of the most interesting histories of...

Take a Hike: The History of the Appalachian Trail

Take a Hike: The History of the Appalachian Trail

The history of the Appalachian Trail is almost as long and winding as the path itself, extending for more than 2,100 miles. It originated in the early twentieth century. Though...

Take a Hike: The History of the Appalachian Trail

The history of the Appalachian Trail is almost as long and winding as the path itself, extending for more than 2,100 miles. It originated in the early twentieth century. Though...