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 colored leather with a beautiful pull-up effect. (Black CXL does not…
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Smooth grain leather with a medium/firm temper. Large shoulders with great cutting yield; finished flesh. Ideal for belts, straps and other heavy leather goods. 48″-54″ width. Finished leather. Will not accept a dye or finish. Great for lining belts and straps.
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…
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…
“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…
Veg Tanned skins with an unfinished matte appearance (minus the Glazed Cognac color). Great for braiding, lacing, whips, wallets, card holders and other custom leather goods. These are aniline dyed hides, color may slightly differ from dye lot to dye lot. Pound for pound some of the toughest leather out there. LHG stands for Leather House Grossman, the tannery that…
Roughout leather is designed for the use of the flesh side of the hide. Great for footwear and outdoor goods. Made in USA. 2nd Run – hides may have defects like brands, healed scars, holes, loose break, tannery cuts, etc.
Tanned using a slow process to create a firm, dense leather that is ideal for wet molding and stamping. Great for sheaths, holsters, bags straps, razor strops, welts and belts (when long enough). The veg tanned strips come from the heaviest section of the hide. Horse has a very tight grain structure, creating a denser leather in comparison to cowhide.…
Saddle Boar’s heavy weight and medium to soft temper make for an incredibly strong product without sacrificing comfort. Used by many for Arizona Step-ins & batwing chaps, horn wraps, hunting moccasins, aprons and more. 7oz whole hides ranging from 16 to 25 sqft per skin. Sourced from the largest, heaviest boar & sow hides available. This leather can handle anything…
Sienna Bridle is a beautiful full veg tanned leather with a lightly waxed finish. This gives the leather a classy look and feel while also displaying the hides natural tones and grain. Drum dyed, struck through color with a finished flesh side. Making these hides perfect for bags, briefcases, wallets, footwear and other fine leather goods. Sepici History and Heritage…
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…