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. While still considered seconds, these hides have been high sorted and have minimal defects.
The Blackhawk is very similar to the Illini Latigo, but with a smoother grain. Horween’s Latigo line is a full grain, combination tanned leather with a chrome tan base and heavy veg re-tan that is often characterized by a beautiful tight grain. While Horween will produce it in matte or gloss finishes, heavy or soft tempers, it can also be…
The Blackhawk is very similar to the Illini Latigo, but with a smoother grain. Horween’s Latigo line is a full grain, combination tanned leather with a chrome tan base and heavy veg re-tan that is often characterized by a beautiful tight grain. While Horween will produce it in matte or gloss finishes, heavy or soft tempers, it can also be…
Blaze tannage is similar to chromexcel with a slightly heavier temper. Chromexcel® leather has been produced using the same hot-stuffing formula for over 90 years. This process infuses the hides with Horween’s proprietary oil, wax and tallow mixture that provides the leather with an unmatched durability and feel. They are then hand-stained with an aniline dye which creates a richly…
Beautiful latigo sides produced at Law Tanning. Medium in temper with a pigmented finish that has been oiled giving a nice nourished “hand”. Limited quantity available!
Chrome Tanned, medium temper belt blanks great for bag straps or belts. Blanks average between 48-54″ in length. Looking for a whole side? Check out our Utility Latigo – Brown sides!
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.