21 Nov Round Up: Best of the West: Gifts of the Season

White Bear Moccasins

Shauna White Bear’s moccasins blend traditional Indigenous craftsmanship with contemporary flair. The durable mocs are crafted from bison leather and customized based on the wearer’s taste with fur, decorative rivets, and lace. White Bear, who lives in Bozeman, Montana, is an enrolled member of the Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara Nation and seeks to motivate younger generations to stay authentic and unique. She recruits Indigenous college students to assist her in the art of moccasin making, fostering an environment of integrity and dedication to the craft. “I hope to inspire young people to use their talents wisely and take control of their lives,” she says.

Kehana Rose

Price subject to design | whitebearmoccasins.com

Model 3 – The Regulator by Dave Berghold

Dave Berghold of Bozeman, Montana’s The Last Wind-Up recently released an exclusive timepiece in celebration of his 35 years in business. The Model 3 is inspired by the precision of observatory and master clocks and remains true to its regulator-watch legacy as a reference timekeeper. Unlike original watches, the hour and second hands are positioned in separate subdials while the minute hand remains centrally located, allowing for legibility and precise readings. The movement is achieved through a top-grade Swiss Sellita SW266-1 encased with blued-steel screws and housing 31 jewels and a 41-hour power reserve. It includes an intricately engraved silver Guilloche dial, is crowned with a Yogo sapphire from the Little Belt Mountains of Montana, and is finished with a caiman crocodile leather strap.

$3,650 | lastwindup.com

Leather Cut Tri-Colored Floral Cuff Bracelet by Montana Silversmiths

From Montana Silversmiths’ Leather Cut Collection, this colorful cuff bracelet features a hand-painted backdrop that lends a vintage look to a timeless treasure. Copper-finished edges illuminate the buck stitching that frames the bracelet’s edges, while black painting contrasts and highlights the bright-silver floral-and-leaf pattern with accentuated gold-kissed centers designed from Sheridan-style leather carving. As with all Montana Silversmiths products, this cuff is made in the United States.

$95 | montanasilversmiths.com

Fly Box by A.L. Swanson

A.L. Swanson’s wooden fly boxes embody elegance and utility. Made of fine hardwoods featuring shell inlay and mixed metals, these boxes go beyond the typical storage container to celebrate the art of fly fishing. An avid angler himself, Swanson was born in Portland, Maine and learned woodwork under the tutelage of some of New England’s finest craftsmen. In 2000, he ventured west and now works from his studio in the foothills of the Northern Rockies in Helena, Montana, where he creates high-end furniture and wooden fly gear, including fly boxes, rod tubes, and landing nets. In 2014, Swanson submitted his work to the Orvis Company, which subsequently featured his fly boxes on three of their four catalog covers that year. “Obviously, his boxes are a work of art,” says Christine Penn, merchandise coordinator and analyst at Orvis. “I think attention to detail, finish, abalone caps over the magnet closures, inset hinges — all make these superior to any other wooden fly box I’ve ever seen.”

Starting at $229 | alswanson.com

Fusion Tactical Hoody by Skwala

With the cozy breathability of a mid-layer fleece, the insulation of a micro-puffy, and the fit and functionality of a sun hoody, the Skwala Fusion Tactical Hoody is a single layer designed for comfort across a range of temperatures. Waffle-grid fleece provides soft insulation while the stretch-woven outer shell covers the shoulders and sleeves to cut wind and shed water without limiting range of motion.

$299 | skwalafishing.com

The True Board

An innovative design for a daily kitchen item, The True Board elevates the classic cutting board’s everyday functionality. With four feet that raise the cutting surface up off the counter, this board made of certified plantation-grown teak allows you to level and unlevel it based on your use. The perimeter groove collects juices and, when angled, those juices run directly into the accompanying stainless steel bowl for a seamless cleanup. A strong earth magnet on the side offers a handy place to rest a knife in between carving and prep work, keeping it off the table and safely out of the way.

$349.99 | thetrueboard.com

Nature’s Accent Table by Core Elements Studio

Dakota Meeks of Core Elements Studio sources reclaimed wood throughout Montana for each of her custom, handcrafted statement pieces. Working from her studio in Bozeman, Montana, Meeks blends artistry with intention through a process that she says “begins with listening — to my clients, to the wood, to the story waiting to be shaped.” Each of Meeks’ pieces is borne of nature’s core elements — earth, fire, water, wood, metal, and air — and is a fusion of function and art. “It solves a need, reflects a soul, and carries a bit of natural imperfection — because that’s where the beauty lives,” Meeks says.

Kelsey Frey Creative

Starting at $4,500 | coreelementsstudio.com

The original WYATT shirt

The original WYATT shirt is a closet staple. Cut and sewn in the United States, it keeps the classic Western look — pearl snaps, a crisp collar, and a clean shirttail hem — while upgrading performance with breathable fabric that wicks, dries quickly, and delivers sun protection. A vented back yoke adds airflow on the move. The tailored women’s fit layers comfortably without bulk. Designed for long days outside and easy evenings after, it’s practical and polished.

$245 | wyattoutdoors.com

Chef Knife by New West KnifeWorks

Hand-finished in the Teton Valley, New West KnifeWorks’ kitchen knives are crafted from particle-metallurgy steel for unmatched sharpness, durability, and beauty. Described as “jewelry for the kitchen” by Food & Wine, the New West chef knife is an American-made heirloom built to perform and endure. It’s also backed by a lifetime guarantee and includes complimentary sharpening for life.

Starting at $191.25 | newwestknifeworks.com