Dark Forest — Local services in Portland

I purchased a "Rangeland" wallet from you about 5 years ago at a crafts fair. It has not faltered, disintegrated or otherwise deteriorated. The stitching has not frayed or come apart and has maintained the integrity of the wallet, in spite of it being in and out of my pocket several times a day on a daily basis, with hands wet from being washed, oiled and dirty from work, and everything in between. It has been dropped, kicked, thrown, laundered and generally abused over the years. It keeps my cards and ID tight and secured in place at all times, even when dropped and kicked across a parking lot. It serves me very well and continues to do so. I applaud your craftsmanship, your dedication to simple and durable old world functionality and design. Keep up the good work. Unfortunately for you, I will not be needing a replacement anytime soon. I hope that that does not discourage you from your art. It is an honor to carry it and I tell others who compliment your work, who I got it from. With all sincerity, thank...

Just copped a compact leather wallet from Dark Forest and I’m seriously impressed. I used to rock a big ol’ custom wallet that served me well for years, but it was time to level up—and this new one is exactly what I didn’t know I needed.

Sleek, clean, and crafted with care, it’s got that perfect balance of function and style. Slides into the pocket smooth, holds everything I need, and still manages to feel like a statement piece. You can tell this wasn’t mass-produced—Jeff puts real soul into his work.

If you’re looking to upgrade your everyday carry with something that feels personal, timeless, and just plain cool, do yourself a favor and check out Dark Forest. This wallet’s staying with me for...

My wife and I had the pleasure of getting to meet Jeff at a market in Portland in spring 2022 while visiting from East Coast Canada on our honeymoon. As we walked the market, his stall and products immediately caught my eye and I walked away with a new wallet that was the EXACT image I had in mind.

Jeff is super personable and honest about his work and processes. I loved learning how he made his products, what goes into every piece, and talking about Canadian skiing. A year in, and I am loving my wallet more and more each day. It has aged well in all the best ways so far and is as sturdy and dependable as the day I purchased it. Jeff is a craftsman you will not regret making a...