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Wednesday 11am - 7pm Thursday 11am - 7pm Friday 9am - 7pm Saturday 9am - 7pm Sunday 9am - 7pm

Gato Montes

An artistic and creative crossroads of leather and stone with influences as deep and true as the innate desire to travel and explore.

Gato Montes is a collective consortium of sun darkened artists and dreamers, well worn boots accustomed to the long miles of travel and life on the road. We are a representation and homage to the international movement of Artesanos, wandering the fog capped peaks of discovery, exploration and creation. We are passionate makers of handcrafted goods in predominantly leather, but also silver and ston

e. We as a collective seek to end the mass consumerism of the global marketplace by creating beautiful, ancestral works that are built to last into the next generation. It is our sincere desire to spread the techniques of our trade and open dialogue as often as possible around social justice and intersectionality in our daily lives as individuals as well as while at festivals. We got our start years ago, riding bicycles through Latin America, hitch hiking in the Himalayas, living on the beach and partaking in the beautiful experience that is to learn to make things and sell them to put food in your mouth! Life is meant to be enjoyed and shared in community, which is perhaps the most integral aspect of our personhood, we are seekers of community, community in our trades, community in our art, community in our daily lives. It is in this way that we are able to forge together our passions of art and social justice into a viable lifestyle that not only sustains us, but also helps create the change we strive to be.

02/23/2026

We offer a wide variety of leather colors 🌈
See what’s available for placing custom orders!

01/03/2026

El Gato Montes is hiring!

We’re looking for great people to join our small, creative team — both for behind-the-scenes brand support and event help on our 2026 summer tour.

If you love small businesses, handmade goods, and being part of a tight-knit team, we’d love to connect.

All role details are on our website.
To apply (or share with someone who’d be a great fit), email [email protected] with a short intro.

12/17/2025

Adventures at the Great Wall in China! looking fresh in his and the Aventurera Hip belt ✨Tag us in your next adventure!

12/04/2025

Winter Sale is Here ❄️
Enjoy 25% off all handcrafted leather goods.
Small-batch. Built to last. Made with heart.
Shop now through the holidays.

💚Sale ends December 7th

11/27/2025

Winter Sale Incoming! ❄️
Our entire site - yes, even customs - is 25% OFF with code: winter25 ✨ We’ve stocked the shop with fresh drops like holsters, hip belts, accessories, wallets, & key rings… so you’re wishlists just got a lot longer. 👀✨

The fun starts Friday Nov 28th and runs through Dec 7th. Consider this your official cue to get cozy, get excited, and get ready to shop! 🔥

10/29/2025

Handmade with purpose. Grounded with soles. Adorned with red jasper sheaths. Our Gunslinger boots are made for those who walk their own path.

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10/23/2025

Rough rock, warm leather, salty air — reminders that we are all polished by the earth’s grit. Gato Montes pieces are crafted for those who honor nature’s wisdom and embrace the adventures that lie ahead. Discover more at elgatomontes.com.

Featuring our Norteno Vest & Gunslinger Boots with Red Jasper stones.

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10/20/2025

Thank you for an amazing summer 2025 festival tour! We had such a great time seeing you all and sharing the love of our craft! We can’t wait for next year and already have our eyes set on the comeback of in 2026! Cheers to this season and our booth boss for crushing 2025 ✨

Address

3824 Ray Street
San Diego, CA
92104

Opening Hours

Wednesday	11am - 7pm
Thursday	11am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 7pm
Saturday	9am - 7pm
Sunday	9am - 7pm

Website

http://www.elgatomontes.com/

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