Pictured in optional Black Super-supply leather, the Short Apron offers the same great styling and quality leather as the Original FORGE-APRON, just measures 24" long. The 11" wide bib top features the stylish FORGE APRON Logo pocket. It is hand crafted of mid-weight 5 - 5.5 oz smooth, top grain cow hide leather. (Just a hair thicker than a nickel) Quick adjust buckles in front and an easy grip, quick-release snap at the side make getting in and out, a snap. The adjustable, removable back strap along with a back strap anchor holds the blacksmith aprons straps in place while 'smithing. Epaulets on the shoulders help disburse the blacksmith apron's weight over more area making the apron more comfortable for long wear. Kevlar thread adds durability. If you need a smaller or larger bib size, please choose that option under our Custom-Size options. Standard leather is a super-soft, dark brown. Please choose your shirt size so that we can provide the proper length straps.