OUR HISTORY
Established in 1975 we are recognized as one of Canada's leading furriers and are based here in downtown Montreal.
In the spring of 2002 our Ebay site was launched and we are continuing efforts to generate more and more excitement for the many fabulous new and like new furs we now have available!!!
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT
Here at Northern Furs we have a longstanding reputation of quality at great prices. Ebay we hope will serve as a natural extension of this idealogy as we endeavor to bring you only the finest new and like new coats. Here in Montreal we have access to literally thousands of used coats many of which we would not stake our reputation on and yet many seem to make their way onto Ebay. If you are wondering why we are not listing hundreds of used coats as does some of our competitors..this is why. Our preference is to hand select from dozens of used coats in our region in search of the perfect coat to sell here on Ebay. Being new to the internet we have also made a commitment to maintain our prices lower than the vast majority of our competitors in order to ensure the development of a strong online customer base and repeat buyers.
We also have a team of designers and tailors ready to customize any coat to your exact measurements. This flexibility is a real advantage over most other retailers. Being a Canadian company means our costs are all in the weak Canadian dollar translating into big US dollar savings for our US customers. That is why our prices are so unbelievably low!
RETURN POLICY
New Furs
Refund Policy
Full refunds are only given for items which are grossly misrepresented or have pre-existing damage not fully disclosed in our ad. Since we are custom manufacturers any specific complaint about an item should be able to be remedied by one of our designers. If winning bidder still wishes to send back the item for any other reason we will gladly issue a full refund in the form of a store credit + 10% equal to the full purchase price.
In cases or misrepresentation or gross negligence on our part please allow for 2-3 week refund processing time from date of return for a full refund. Refunds will be in the form of an international money order made out to the initial buyer. Please note that shipping costs are non-refundable.
Like New Furs We gaurantee all of our like new furs against holes, stains, or tears. We can professionally clean and glaze your like new fur for a nominal fee of $15. Like new returns are made on a case by case basis and we will offer a 100% refund only if problems are impossible to for us to repair. Please note that shipping costs are non-refundable. As with all repairations they are made free of charge. Please allow for 2-3 week refund processing time from date of return for a full refund. Refunds will be in the form of international money orders made out to the initial buyer.
YOUR COMPLETE FUR GUIDE
BADGER. An extremely durable fur, Badger is heavy warm and somewhat rugged. The long silvery guard hair covers a dense under fur which should be white or tan.
BEAVER. Most Beaver is American, but there is now increased Beaver production n the Soviet Union. Beaver can be plucked and sheared, or left natural. Sheared Beaver is shorn to it's amazingly deep soft pile. Natural Beaver's lustrous guard hairs give it a completely different look and feel...rugged, warm and durable.
CALF. An infinite variety will be found in the markings. Natural colors include browns, whites, blacks, tans and others. Many Calf coats are dyed. Look for a brightly lustered, supple pelt with attractive markings and colorations.
CHINCHILLA. Now almost wholly ranched raised, most Chinchilla boasts lustrous slate blue top hair and dark underfur, and more colors are becoming available. Fur is short, dense and very silky to the touch.
COYOTE. Now enjoying more popularity than ever, Coyote is a natural choice for women and men who desire warmth, softness and durability. Colors range from pale gray to tan. The finest Coyote is layered with long guard hairs over thick, soft underfur.
FISHER. Fisher is the smaller North American cousin to the Russian Sable. The finest Fisher are chocolate brown in color, and native to the Northwest U.S. Canada.
FITCH. Always look for a silky texture and clarity of color when using Fitch. Colors range from ecru with black markings to an orange tone. In its natural state, Fitch has long guard hairs over woolly underfur.
FOX. Quickly regaining the popularity it had earlier in this century, Fox is available in a tremendous variety of natural mutation colors: silver. blue, white, beige, red, gray and brown. With the proper care, a fine fox cot can be expected to wear 10 to 12 seasons. When selecting a Fox, be sure the guard hairs are long and glossy and the soft underfur is thick.
LAMB. This group of furs encompasses a wide variety of weights and textures, from flat and wavy to thick and curly. Once you've decided on the luxury of Lamb, you can choose from dressy Karukal or Persian, Broadtail, sporty Mongolian, soft, water repellent Mouton or dense, luxurious Shearling.
LYNX. The rarest Lynx is found in the Soviet Union. It is highly prized and priced because of its exceptionally soft fur, subtle markings and protected status by the Russian government. Only a limited number of pelts are sold each year.
MARMOT. Whether you choose dyed or natural Marmot, you can expect the fur to be warm, thick an fairly course. The best Marmot has a bluish cast. Because it is often dyed, there exists a wide range of possible colors.
MINK. America's favorite fur due to the high quality in relationship to price. A fine Mink coat will be dense but surprisingly lightweight. Guard hairs shine with an unmistakable luster, and the underfur is lush and soft. No other fur offers a larger selection of natural colors ranging from whites and grays to rich browns and brownish blacks. Garments made from female animals may be higher priced than those made from male animals. The female pelt is narrower, smaller, and softer.
MOLE. Due to the large number of pelts that make up a Mole garment, matching must be done carefully. Look for evenness in color and hair height. Mole skins are always dyed.
MUSKRAT. dense underfur of the Northern; and the pale, lightweight texture of Southern Muskrat. With the Northern and the Jersey, dense, well matched skins are the ideal. The Southern variety should have a pale color and there should be uniformity of the sparse guard hairs.
NUTRIA. Similar to Beaver, Nutria can be sheared or natural. When selecting sheared Nutria, pay particular attention to the quality of the shearing...the desired effect is plush and even. Natural Nutria should be uniform in color and texture,, with long sleek guard hairs and thick underfur. Ant Nutria may be dyed. Natural colors range from the bluish beige of ranched Nutria to the more delicate brown of wild Nutria.
RABBIT. Ranch Rabbit is available in a wonderful array of 14 natural colors. Silky texture and uniformity of color are the qualities to keep in mind for the finest garment. The colors and choices between shearing, grooving and natural Rabbit present a generous selection of warm soft fur coats, jackets, vests and hats.
AMERICAN RACCOON. An American favorite, Raccoon is back and better than ever. In contrast to the bulky college student's coat of the 1920's, today's fashions are sleeker, more understated and much more sophisticated. The best Raccoon furs come from Northern Canada, where they develop long silvery guard hairs over a dense, luxuriant underfur. May be bleached or dyed, or sheared to a silky, even texture, or left natural.
SABLE. One of the rarest, most expensive furs, the finest Sables are found almost exclusively in the Soviet Union. At one time every Sable was considered property of the Czar. Even today the export of pelts is limited, and the export of live animals is forbidden. Each pelt is extremely light, long and narrow. Crown Sable is brown with a blue cast. The Golden Sable has an amber tone. Look for soft, deep fur in dark lustrous brown with silky dark hairs. The finest Sables have a silvery hair dispersed throughout the Sable.
SKUNK. A finely defined white marking and lustrous blue black coat give the fine Skunk fur its tremendous visual appeal. Its tactile appeal comes from thesilky texture. North American Skunk and the Zorina from South America are similar, except that the Zorina has a flatter, silkier texture.
SQUIRREL. Russia, Poland, Finland and Canada are the origins of the finest Squirrel furs. Squirrel is heavily furred yet lightweight. Density and silkiness are the qualities that mark the really fine Squirrel fur.
TANUKI. Imported from Japan, Tanuki is actually a member of the Raccoon family. It may, due to its already close resemblance, be dyed to resemble a Cross Fox. Or, it can be left as is...a glorious tribute to its own natural beauty.
WEASEL. Similar to Mink, and perfect for the discerning buyer who wants the feel of Mink in a shorter, more lightweight texture.
OPOSSUM. Usually orginating in either Australia or the U.S., the American is the longer haired of the two, with silver gray guard hair and dense underfur. The color should be uniform. The fur of the Australian Opossum will be dense, plush and short. The best is blue gray and especially soft with woolly underfur.
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