Question answered by: Penny Wayne There are quite a few different processes in tanning, Chrome, Vegetable, Alum and Brain Tan. Chrome tan is made to be a weathered leather and is tanned with a chromium acid, so this will rust metals. Not a great leather for making gun and knife sheaths, it can be used […]
Answered by Mike and Penny Wayne Our hides are mostly sold by the hide, the square feet is marked on the back of each hide as it has been measured at the tannery. We do offer some smaller pieces like…
Answered by Mike and Penny Wayne Elk hides are usually larger hides averaging 20 to 30 sq. ft., they come in a 4 to 5 oz. weight and are good for clothing, bags, lace and moccasins. The hides do have…
Answered by Mike and Penny Wayne Here is a chart to help you with thicknesses and pieces of hides. This post is only available to members.
Answered by Mike and Penny WayneWe do a few custom orders, like lace cutting, straps and some clothes making. We ask that you call in those custom orders as we don’t have means to do this on the website. We…
