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Hermann Oak Branded Veg Tan Side vs Hermann Oak A Grade Veg Tanned Strap Side

Buy the A Grade Strap Side if clean, defect-free leather matters most. It is graded A, dry skived on the back for consistent splitting, and owners say it tools, stamps and molds better than most veg tan. The Branded Side is the same Hermann Oak natural veg tan with a firm hand, but you get a brand and possible marks to work around, and buyers report occasional stains. Choose the branded side when you want a large side and can turn flaws into part of the design.

  • Choose the Branded Hermann Oak Side if you want a big natural veg tan side and will incorporate the brand or work around marks in your project.
  • Choose the Hermann Oak A Grade Veg Tanned Strap Side if you need clean, minimal-defect leather for tooling, carving or straps and want it split precisely to your thickness.

Prices

  • Hermann Oak Branded Veg Tan Side: $265.00 at Springfield Leather Co (last seen Nov 10)
  • Hermann Oak A Grade Veg Tanned Strap Side: $330.00 at Amazon (last seen Nov 8)
  • Difference: the Hermann Oak Branded Veg Tan Side is $65.00 cheaper than the Hermann Oak A Grade Veg Tanned Strap Side at the latest prices (Nov 8 and Nov 10)
Hermann Oak
A/B Branded Hermann Oak Side

Hermann Oak Branded Veg Tan Side

A/B Branded Hermann Oak Side

4.7(7 ratings)
$265.00at Springfield Leather CoChecked Nov 10
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Pros
  • Same Hermann Oak natural veg tan as regular stock
  • Large side averaging 22-25 sq ft
  • Brand can be worked into the design
  • Firm hand suits belts, straps and cases
  • Splittable from the 8-11 oz base
Cons
  • Brand and marks must be worked around
  • Buyers report stains and black spots on some sides
  • Firm rather than very firm hand
  • Some orders shipped slowly
Hermann Oak
Hermann Oak A Grade Veg Tanned Strap Sides

Hermann Oak A Grade Veg Tanned Strap Side

Hermann Oak A Grade Veg Tanned Strap Sides

4.1(41 ratings)
$330.00at AmazonChecked Nov 8
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Pros
  • A Grade with minimal defects
  • Very firm hand that holds shape
  • Dry skived back for consistent splitting
  • Owners praise tooling, stamping and molding
  • Clean natural finish with little fuzz on the flesh side
Cons
  • Some buyers found more defects than expected for Grade A
  • Hard spots reported in about a third of a hide
  • Usable footage can fall short after trimming
  • Some say quality has slipped from past batches

What separates them

Hermann Oak Branded Veg Tan SideHermann Oak A Grade Veg Tanned Strap Side
Grade and defectsBranded stock with a brand and possible marks to work aroundA Grade with minimal defects for maximum yield
HandFirmVery firm
Back preparationStandard backDry skived on the back for precise, consistent splitting
Weight options2-3 oz through 8-11 oz, base 8-11 oz2-11 oz in multiple thicknesses
Average size22-25 sq ft per side21-24 sq ft, roughly 30-36 in wide and 85-100 in long
Tooling and stampingFirm veg tan that tools wellOwners say it tools, stamps and molds like butter
Finish surprises after oilingNatural finish; brand and marks show throughNatural, unbleached finish that limits surprises after oiling
Owner-reported consistencyPraise for quality, but reports of stains and slow shippingPraise for tight grain and clean flesh side, but reports of hard spots and short usable footage

Price history

  • Hermann Oak A Grade Veg Tanned Strap Side: lowest $310.00 on Nov 9 at Weaver Leather Supply.

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Hermann Oak Branded Veg Tan Side

  • Springfield Leather CoNew

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    $265.00Checked Nov 10
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Hermann Oak A Grade Veg Tanned Strap Side

  • AmazonNew

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    $330.00Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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Specs compared

SpecHermann Oak Branded Veg Tan SideHermann Oak A Grade Veg Tanned Strap Side
Average square feet—21-24
Approximate width—30"-36"
Approximate length—85"-100"
Grade—A
Content—Cowhide
Available cut—Side
Tannage—Vegetable Tanned
Average size—Sides average 24 square feet
Hand—Very Firm
Weight—2–11 oz (Available in multiple thicknesses)
Size—22-26 sq.ft. average

What reviewers say

Hermann Oak Branded Veg Tan Side

Buyers rate Hermann Oak veg tan highly for quality and workability, and many like the brand as a design element.

What people mention
  • Leather qualityPraisedBuyers call Hermann Oak top-quality veg tan and the best to work with.
  • Brand placementPraisedMakers like working the brand into a project rather than wasting it.
  • Stain spotsCriticisedSome hides arrived with black spots from a spilled stain, cutting into usable area.
  • ValuePraisedBuyers say the leather is good value for what you get.

Hermann Oak A Grade Veg Tanned Strap Side

  • 4.1 / 541 ratings

Buyers rate it highly when the side is clean, praising how well it tools, molds and dyes. Complaints center on inconsistency: defects, hard spots and short usable yield on sides sold as Grade A.

What people mention
  • ToolingPraisedBuyers say it stamps and carves crisply and takes tooling better than other veg-tan.
  • FirmnessMixedThe very firm hand suits straps and holsters, but some find it stiff to work.
  • DefectsCriticisedSome Grade A sides arrive with holes, scars and missing top grain.

Questions and answers

Which is better for tooling and carving?
The A Grade Strap Side. Owners consistently say it takes tooling better than other veg tan, and the very firm hand holds carved detail. The branded side tools well too, but the brand and marks limit where you can carve.
Which gives more usable leather?
The A Grade Strap Side, on paper. It is graded for minimal defects, while the branded side is sold with a brand and possible marks to work around. Check each side on arrival, since some A Grade buyers report hard spots and short footage.
Is the A Grade worth stepping up to?
Yes if you are making show pieces, straps or carved work where flaws cost you time. The branded side is the better fit when you want a large natural side and can design around the brand.
Which is better for belts and straps?
Both work. The A Grade is very firm and split precisely to your thickness, which suits straps. The branded side is firm and comes in weights up to 8-11 oz, so it handles heavier belt blanks.
Do owners report quality problems with either?
Yes. Branded side buyers mention stains and black spots on some sides. A Grade buyers mention hard spots, holes and less usable footage than measured. Inspect the side when it arrives.
Can both be dyed or left natural?
Yes. Both are natural veg tan that can stay natural, be oiled for patina or dyed. The A Grade's unbleached finish makes marks less likely to appear after oiling.

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  • Hard spotsCriticisedHard spots turn up in parts of some hides and resist casing and tooling.