Leather Worker Blue

Leather Worker Scout Badge Blue Woven and Bound 1934 to 1947

The Leatherworker Badge was worn on right arm in between the shoulder and elbow.

To earn this badge a scout must do the following* 

Have a thorough knowledge of:

(1) Either sole and heel a pair of boots or shoes, either sewn or nailed, and generally repair boots and shoes. 

(2) Or dress a saddle, repair traces, stirrup leathers, etc. and know the various parts of harness; and in either case have knowledge of the different kinds of leather used. 

(3) Or in decorative work: Know the various kinds of leather used.  Have knowledge of the tools required and how to use them.  Know how to use and mix the various stains. Produce an article made by him, such as handbag, wallet, or purse, on which must be a design modelled and stained.    

*The Requirements for each badge varied through issues of POR.