Description
Natural veg tan tooling leather is the classic carving and stamping hide – vegetable tanned with bark rather than chrome salts, undyed, and left in crust so the surface is completely open. It cases with water, holds a stamp, tools cleanly and darkens to a honey patina with use and sunlight. Double shoulders run 13-16 square feet at 8/9 oz. (3.2-3.6 mm).
Why Choose Natural Veg Tan Tooling Leather
- Bark tanned, so it cases, tools, stamps and wet-forms the way chrome leather never will
- Undyed and untopcoated – takes dye, antique, oil and stain evenly
- Burnishes to a hard, glassy edge with water or gum
- Cut from double shoulders, the firmest part of the hide, with little stretch
- Heavy 8/9 oz. substance – the standard weight for belts, holsters and harness
- Ages to a deep honey tone rather than wearing out
Best Uses for Natural Veg Tan Tooling Leather
- Carving, tooling and stamping projects
- Belts, gun belts, work belts and heavy straps
- Holsters, knife sheaths and tool rolls
- Wet-formed cases, masks and moulded work
- Dog collars, leads and harness parts
Technical Specs
- Material: Cowhide
- Specification: Double Shoulder or Single Shoulder
- Average Size: 13-14 or 15-16 sq. ft.
- Thickness: 8/9 oz. (3.2-3.6 mm)
- Finish: Crust – undyed, no topcoat
- Tannage: Vegetable Tannage
- Color: Natural
- Origin: Mexico
The Leather
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- 8/9 oz Veg Tan Double Shoulders
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- 8/9 oz Veg Tan Double Shoulders
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- 8/9 oz Veg Tan Double Shoulders
Ordering
Natural veg tan tooling leather is sold by the piece, and each one falls within the size range you choose. Undyed veg tan marks easily before it is sealed – keep it dry, work with clean hands and store it out of direct sunlight until you are ready, as it tans in daylight. Cut straps along the length, parallel to the backbone, for the least stretch. For the pre-dyed version see our Black Crust Veg Tan Tooling Leather, or browse our Tooling Leather, Vegetable Tanned Leather and Belt Straps. For current stock or volume pricing, email Info@Avetcoinc.com or call 818-890-6680.
Disclaimer: These leathers are free of PCP, Azo Pigments, Chrome VI, Formaldehyde, and APEO.
