The Essex, Dublin and Derby are tanned using Horween’s 100-year-old Cordovan veg tan liquor formula. The Derby leather is the most rustic of the three, boasting a highly distressed and rustic look due to the tumbling it undergoes during the tanning process. Derby sides have a rich pull up and are expected to age beautifully as they patina. These are…
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…
Described perfectly by our friends at The Tannery Row: “Genuine Shell Cordovan is the art of tanning at its finest. Shell Cordovan is a very specific type of leather that comes from the shell membrane of a horse butt.  The tanning process takes at least six months. To reach and expose the shell, the leather is shaved on the flesh…
Described perfectly by our friends at The Tannery Row: “Genuine Shell Cordovan is the art of tanning at its finest. Shell Cordovan is a very specific type of leather that comes from the shell membrane of a horse butt.  The tanning process takes at least six months. To reach and expose the shell, the leather is shaved on the flesh…
The Essex, Dublin and Derby are tanned using Horween’s 100 year old Cordovan veg tan liquor formula. The Dublin hides are finished with wax to enhance the grain, create a pull-up effect and add a bit more rigidity to the leather. Just like many of Horween’s leathers, it works great for just about any leather project. Large lots available. Made…
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 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…