Mink Fur coats

There are two living species referred to as "mink": the European Mink and the American Mink. The extinct Sea Mink is related to the American Mink, but was much larger. All three species are dark-colored, semi-aquatic, carnivorous mammals of the family Mustelidae, which also includes the weasels and the otters and ferrets. The American Mink is larger and more adaptable than the European Mink. It is sometimes possible to distinguish between the European and American mink; a European Mink always has a large white patch on its upper lip, while the American species sometimes does not. Thus, any mink without such a patch can be identified with certainty as an American Mink, but an individual with a patch cannot be certainly identified without looking at the skeleton. Taxonomically, both American and European Minks used to be placed in the same genus Mustela ("Weasels"), but most recently the American Mink has been re-classified as belonging to its own genus Neovison.[1] The American Mink's fur has been highly prized for its use in clothing, with hunting giving way to farming. Its treatment has also been a focus of animal rights and animal welfare[2] activism. American Mink have found their way into the wild in Europe (including Great Britain) and South America, after being released from mink farms by animal rights activists or otherwise escaping from captivity.[3] American Mink are believed by some to have contributed to the decline of the less hardy European Mink through competition (though not through hybridization—native European mink are in fact closer to polecats[disambiguation needed] than to their North American cousins).[4] Trapping is used to control or eliminate feral American Mink populations.[5]

lynx fur


Lynx fur has a white base with black spots. The price of lynx fur varies according to the origin and from which part the fur was taken, belly or back, as the spot density and hair length is different in these two parts. Russian lynx is much more expensive than American or Canadian lynx fur. The prices may vary from $6,000 to $25,000. In a lynx fur coat, a woman can look as attractive as a wild cat.
If you are a fur lover, you may consider buying a Canadian lynx fur coat with a reasonable price.

genuine fox fur coats vs fake furs


Fox  Fur Coats- Telling the difference between genuine and faux fur.
Fake furs are becoming very popular as the public is becoming increasingly aware and sensitive over animal conservation and animal rights. In addition synthetic garment technology has made great leaps and nowadays it is becoming extremely difficult for the average consumer to tell the difference between a fake and a real fur. Luckily, there are a few tests that can be performed so that you can make sure you are buying the real deal.

 
Find a reliable website where fox fur coats are displayed.Compare the photographs of the fox fur in question with one showing a real fox coat. The picture should be clear and sharp and it should be showing a real model wearing the fur. Fox is hard to imitate because it has longer hair than other furs. The natural way that the guardhair flow is very characteristic. Furthermore a fake fox will not appear to have any seams at all and it will look less heavy and bulky than real fox fur
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Place your finger tips on the fur and run them over it. You will see that the real fur has a soft and smooth texture. A fake fox will be rougher and more coarse.Then examine the fur under fluorescent light. Check to see whether there is a soft, fairly dark, woolly bottom layer. A real fox will have this layer, and there will be longer hairs on the top. The top hairs will have different color and vary in shade. Furthermore, real top hairs will have sharp ends. A fake fox will have hairs that are even in length, color and texture.
Inspect the backing of the fox skin. You may have to cut a small part of the silk lining of the coat with a pair of scissors in order to do so. However a seller may not allow you to do this. In this case, you can part the fur in many places and look at the backing that is exposed.lf the backing is leather, then you have another indication that the fur is real. A fake fox will have a plastic, ribbed backing that resembles a knitted fabric, or will show stitches.
An alternative way that you can test the backing is try to pierce it through with a pin. A real fur's leather backing is expected to be hard to pierce. On the contrary you will not find any difficulty in piercing a fake fur.
If you own the fur, then pull out a couple of hair and singe them with a lighter. Real fox fur hairs will turn to ash quickly and will produce a typical smell, just as human hairs do. Fake fox hairs will melt and produce a smell of burning plastic

real fur coats


Real Fur Coats - Why Should You Buy A Real One Instead Of A Faux One?

Wearing a real fur garment has been a topic of strong debate the past years. Many people are opting for faux fur as an alternative solution and at the same time, owners of real fur coats are subject to harsh criticism. However there are plenty of good reasons to buy a real fur, instead of a faux one.
  • Aesthetic: People are buying a fur because they need a garment that will make them stand out of the pack. The natural beauty of a fur coat, the flexibility and the way it fits, cannot be imitated by a synthetic garment.  
  • Uniqueness: All furs are handmade and not a single pelt is 100% identical to the next pelt. Being handmade products, means that they are slightly asymetrical. This is the essence of beauty in nature. Our faces, our limbs, our bodies, are not completely identical. Otherwise, we would look like robots. The same applies for real fur coats.  
  • Ecology: Animals are renewable resources. 85% of the furs are made of animals bred in farms. Furthermore, fur is a natural biodegradable material. Once thrown it will decompose in 1-2 months. The decomposition of a faux fur requires decades. In addition, the lifespan of a real fur is 20 years in average and this makes it an environment friendly product, since you do not have to buy a new one every now and then,  
  • Versatility: Real fur coats can be worn both in formal and informal occasions. Faux fur coats are cheap and contradictory by nature. You cannot wear a symbol of status that costs pennies.  
  • Warmth: Real fur is one of the few natural materials that will keep you warm, without making you swet. They provide excellent insulation for the minimum weight and thickness.  
  • Texture: Once one acquires a fur, they never go back. The sensational feeling that you get, cannot be immitated by a faux fur.  
  • Design: The majority of fashion houses opts for fur coats that are real. There is a significantly bigger variety of designs to choose from.  
  • Remodeling: If you get bored with your coat and need a new fresh look, then you can have it remodeled. With a relatively small amount of money, you can have a whole new look.  
  • Customization: Faux fur coats are produced massively. On the other hand, real ones are made by skilled craftsmen. You can visit one and ask to create for you a garment to your own preferences. 

fur coats let out technique


Fur Coats - The 'Let Out' Technique


When purchasing a fur coat, you may come across the terms ''skin to skin'' and fully let out. Both terms refer to the way the pelts are sawn to make a ready to wear fur garment. The skin to skin technique is the oldest of the two. It is not hard to imagine that the fur pelts are sawn one after another. It is also the simplest of the techniques used. However, the 'fully let out'' technique is a bit more complicated.
First of all, it can be used for any type of pelt. More frequently, fur makers use it with mink, fox, beaver and racoon pelts. Initially, the pelts go through a machine which works like the common paper shredder. They are cut into fine, 1/3 of an inch wide, diagonal stripes. From there on, the fur maker has got two options. One is to saw the stripes together. The other option is to interfere leather stripes between the fur stripes.
One may ask, why should a fur maker should go into such trouble. Well, there are a few important reasons.Perhaps the most important one has to do with the final look of the coat. The ''let out'' technique results in a more even, uniform and smooth hair surface. The density and the hair length of a pelt is not equal across its surface. This technique helps in masking those differences. It is actually a homogenization process.The same principle applies for color matching. Another reason, is that fur pelts are natural products and their tolerance to tension is limited. More seams result in a more durable product. When it comes to fluffy pelts like racoon and fox, the technique helps with volume reduction. This is done with the interference of leather stripes. In some occasions, wider leather stripes are used. Usually this is done to save fur pelts and make cheaper garments.
In general, let out fur coats are more expensive, since more working hours are spent in making them. The seams work as multiple mini joints that give the garment more flexibility. The latter translates into better fit.
Some designers argue against this method. It is considered to be too interfering and it takes away the natural wilderness of the fur.
Finally, the fur garments will still be very warm. Leather stripes provide excellent insulation. One minor drawback is that a let out fur coat will shed a bit in the first two months.

fur makers


Fur Coats

Fur coats , fur jackets , fur vests .... Mink fur , fox fur , beaver fur , racoon fur , lynx fur , persian lamb ... Fur making is more than a job ... It is our passion , it is our life and it is that we do best !
We are third generation furriers located in Siatista Greece . Our familly business consists of 15 experienced artisans .More than 50 years of accumulated knowhow guarantee the highest quality products. Siatista , located in northwest Greece , along with Kastoria are world renowned fur making centers. Some of the world's best artisans come from our area . The art of fur making in northwest Greece counts for more than 200 years .As of today 90% of the population is involved in the fur making industry . Many of the techniques that SAGA has adopted were born and evolved in nothwest Greece .
Our business is self adequate and handles every part of the process of creating a fur . From Copenhagen fur auctions to the final touches of our creations . A wide range of almost any type of fur consists our repertoir , for which we are proud of . Tenths of techniques and hundreds of patterns to satisy any taste .
We like to work with each costumer individually , duscuss all the options and details untill we make sure they are satisfied with their purchase .
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