Cavalier is a variation of the Chromexcel® leather that is slightly less oily. Cavalier hides are typically dyed in brighter tones and will display a vibrant pull-up for most colors. These have a Box Board embossed print as shown in photo 2. These are second run hides which means some hides may have issues ranging from a color defect/variation to…
Dover is a beautiful, veg retan nubuck leather that has a velvety feel and soft temper. 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 created our own color names for these hides, and these…
Cascadia is a full grain leather that has been milled for several hours; giving the hides a natural pebbled grain and glovey soft hand. Semi-aniline finish that maintains a uniform color while also having a naked look and feel. Great for bags, chaps, jackets, apparel, hats, shoes, moccasins, small goods & crafts.
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…