Lightly buffed grain to create a light nubuck feel. Great for leggin’s, chaps, horn wraps, welding aprons, strap filling and tool bags. Averaging 32″-36″ wide x 55″-70″ length. Well trimmed, culatta type hides (no neck/shoulder – belly).
Austin is a full grain, combination tanned leather that has been fat liquored in the tanning process. These leathers have a smooth feel with no pull-up. These are second run hides which means some hides may have issues ranging from a color defect/variation to brands, holes, scarring, loose break, drawn grain, tannery swatch cuts, etc. Many times, we have also…
The finishing process on these hides gives the maker the option to show the color underneath when rubbed or burnished on the grain side. This allows for different effects to be achieved. An example of this technique is shown in photo 3.
Aniline, full grain calf skins with a slight pebble grain and pull up. Also available in Snuff. Some hides may have issues ranging from a color defect/variation to brands, holes, scarring, loose break, drawn grain, tannery swatch cuts, etc. While still considered seconds, these hides have been high sorted and have minimal defects.
Dearborn is a glovey/soft tempered leather that is made to imitate soft deer hide. Great for moccasins, soft bags and pouches. Color may vary from side to side. These are second run hides which means some hides may have issues ranging from a color defect/variation to brands, holes, scarring, loose break, drawn grain, tannery swatch cuts, etc. Many times, we…
Beautiful metallic gold grain on a struck through beige/tan color; has a bright mystical finish. Great for small bags, footwear and small leather goods. Hides may have a slight color variation from side to side. Limited Stock.
Essex is a full grain leather tanned with Horween’s time-tested Shell Cordovan veg tanning liquors. The hides are then nourished with a blend of grease, fats & oils to give the leather a soft, yet durable, well rounded feel. Typically made in earth tone and natural veg tan colors. Just like many of Horween’s leathers, it works great for just…