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…
The Essex, Dublin and Derby are tanned using Horween’s 100 year old Cordovan veg tan liquor formula. Dublin is a bit more rugged looking than the Essex leather it starts off as. The hides are infused with wax and then heat plated which enhances the grain, creates a pull-up effect and adds a bit more rigidity than the leather. Just…
“Hermann Oak Skirting Leather is always the mark of quality in a saddle. Our non-loaded tannage carves and stamps superbly. It molds and forms to the seat with ease. This leather accepts oils or dyes evenly for a deep, rich color.” Aside from saddles and equestrian use, this leather also makes great belts, straps, handles, armor, bracers and many other…
Hermann Oak carving and tooling leather is the top choice when looking to create deep impressions and fine carving details. These large hides dye evenly when doing custom dye and antique work, while also achieving rich vibrant shades when oiled. Generally a firmer option when compared to other tooling/strap leathers on the market. Great for belts, wallets, bag straps, lining…
Beautiful full veg leather tanned from large European hides. Great for tooling/carving; accepts an oil or dye very nicely. Naturally a lighter color, which allows for brighter colors when applying different dye and finish techniques. The European hides generally have a very smooth, clean grain when compared to other import veg tan options. Tight, firm and flexible with embossing retention…
