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…
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.
Aniline, full grain calf skins with a slight pebble grain and pull up. Also available in Winter Smoke. 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 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…
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…
Fluid Oil is inspired by the changing nature of water flowing down a creek. Each skin will have it’s own unique design and story. Perfect for one-of-a-kind pieces; you will get the impression of admiring a beautiful piece of art. The leather is aniline dyed and is finished with tallow for a luxurious look and feel. The process and creation…
Fluid Oil is inspired by the changing nature of water flowing down a creek. Each skin will have it’s own unique design and story. Perfect for one-of-a-kind pieces; you will get the impression of admiring a beautiful piece of art. The leather is aniline dyed and is finished with tallow for a luxurious look and feel. The process and creation…
Fluid Oil is inspired by the changing nature of water flowing down a creek. Each skin will have it’s own unique design and story. Perfect for one-of-a-kind pieces; you will get the impression of admiring a beautiful piece of art. The leather is aniline dyed and is finished with tallow for a luxurious look and feel. The process and creation…
Gaucho Oil is inspired by the famed cowboys of South America for it’s natural look. The leather is aniline dyed and is finished with tallow for a luxurious look and feel. The pull-up is amazing! The warm tones of the natural grain will make your products simply stunning. It remains one of the tannery’s most popular leathers. Use for all…
Gaucho Oil is inspired by the famed cowboys of South America for it’s natural look. The leather is aniline dyed and is finished with tallow for a luxurious look and feel. The pull-up is amazing! The warm tones of the natural grain will make your products simply stunning. It remains one of the tannery’s most popular leathers. Use for all…
Horween’s Latigo line is a full grain, veg retan leather. Characterized by a beautiful tight grain and made in a full range of color, finishes, weights and tempers. Many people think of Latigo as the original saddlery style leather. While Horween will produce it in matte or gloss finishes, heavy or soft tempers. Can be produced in a full aniline,…
