DOG COLLAR for Middle to Large-sized Dog
- Product with ethical values.
Introducing a smart, highly ethical collar for your dog. Its quality canvas belt is crafted from 100% organic cotton and equipped with authentic AUSTRIALPIN COBRA® stainless steel components renowned for their outstanding performance and design in mountaineering and sky sports.
The deep iron-grey hue is achieved by artisanal dyers using iron powder, enhancing the robust canvas fabric’s suppleness and believed to have insect-repelling and odour-controlling properties.
The soft texture of the cotton fabric and the deep colouring of the iron powder dyeing will evolve with use, capturing the chronicle of your cherished moments spent with your beloved dog.
We consciously avoid environmentally hazardous materials like nylon, plastic or leather as primary components and our belts can be repaired in case of damage, ensuring longevity and enabling many more years of use. (Paid service).
The deep iron-grey hue is achieved by artisanal dyers using iron powder, enhancing the robust canvas fabric’s suppleness and believed to have insect-repelling and odour-controlling properties.
The soft texture of the cotton fabric and the deep colouring of the iron powder dyeing will evolve with use, capturing the chronicle of your cherished moments spent with your beloved dog.
We consciously avoid environmentally hazardous materials like nylon, plastic or leather as primary components and our belts can be repaired in case of damage, ensuring longevity and enabling many more years of use. (Paid service).
DESIGN
The fabric is folded three times, applying the tubular rope specifications for authentic climbing to reduce strain on the dog's neck while ensuring belt strength. The safety buckle, D-ring, and 2-slit adjuster are also top-quality items from AUSTRIALPIN, a company that has earned a great deal of trust in climbing. In addition, the D-ring joints of the belt, where the most stress is placed, are made of reinforced nylon tubular belts from EDELWEISS, a prestigious French outdoor rope manufacturer. The buckle is designed to be safely unlocked only by pressing both clips at the same time.TEXTILE
The finest quality canvas fabric, which brings a pleasant texture unique to cotton, is an ESC original textile made by the excellent craftsmanship of canvas maker in Shiga Prefecture, which has inherited the traditional Takashima sailcloth quality for generations.Only natural-origin materials are used thoroughly, even for the pigments. This 100% organic cotton-made belt is biologically ethical and significantly reduces environmental impact when compared to the conventional ones made from leather or petroleum-derived materials. It is woven with unbleached yarns enhancing the comfortably rich texture and colour of the premium cotton. Also, the organic canvas’s texture evolves over time and use, a distinctive characteristic that adds depth to its quality.
NATURAL DYEING
Iron Grey (mineral dye): Our focus was on harnessing the rich colours of traditional Japanese mineral dyeing, an ancient technique believed to enhance the suppleness of the thread, as well as offering insect-repellent and deodorising properties.The unique iron powder dyeing procedure was meticulously carried out by skilled dyeing artisans at a renowned studio in Tokyo, using upcycled iron powder sourced from shipbuilders in the Hiroshima-prefecture. This mineral dye evokes the authentic colour and texture of iron itself. The natural changes in both the colour and texture are to be enjoyed, much like with indigo-dyed denim garments.
[ Due to the nature of the dye, changes in texture and gradual colour fading are to be expected as a result of friction over time.]
CREATION
This garment was meticulously manufactured in GIFU, Japan.SIZE GUIDE
※ Always refer to the illustrations in the size guide.
A: Neck 31cm ~ 42cmBreed reference: medium-sized dogs (E.g., Shiba Inu, French Bulldog) to smartly built large dogs (E.g., Dalmatian, Weimaraner).
DURABILITY SPECS
- Austrialpin COBRA® safety buckle max. tensile strength: approx. 9 kN
- Austrialpin COBRA® D-ring max. load capacity: approx. 20 kN
- Austrialpin square frame/2-slot buckle max. load capacity: approx. 7.5 kN
- Sailcloth belt max. tensile strength: approx. 1.5 kN per belt, approx. 4.5 kN in total (triple-layer construction).
- Reinforced nylon tubular belt max. tensile strength: approx. 6.7 kN (Yellow reinforced nylon material reinforcing the belt joint at the centre of the D-ring).
D-RING SIZE
Austrialpin COBRA® D-ring thickness: 6 mm. Due to the size of the D-ring, the opening dimension of the hook or carabiner to which it is attached must be at least 10 mm.ATTENTION
Mineral pigment dye:This iron powder dyeing is done by hand by dyeing artisans, so there is some unevenness in the colour. Due to the nature of the dye, changes in texture and colour fading due to friction and water-rinsing will occur over time. The natural changes in colour and texture are to be enjoyed, similar to indigo-dyed denim garments.Wear and store in dry conditions, as prolonged exposure to moisture and high temperatures may cause discolouration, colour migration and odours. If sand or dirt adheres to the product, remove it with a dry cloth or soft brush. For water-soluble stains, hand wash the soiled area in room temperature water and be sure to dry it in its original shape before use. Use only neutral agents if necessary and never use alkaline agents, bleach, fabric softeners or brighteners.
