Artisan's Choice Natural Veg Tan Cowhide vs European Veg Tan Tooling Single Shoulder

Buy the Artisan's Choice 2–3 oz side for tooling, carving, stamping and dyeing thin goods like wallets, card holders, liners and small bags. Buy the 8/9 oz single shoulder for belts, straps, holsters, knife sheaths and heavy bags that need to hold shape. The 2–3 oz is a large side or project pieces with a stiff, unfinished surface; the 8/9 oz is a smaller single shoulder, roughly double the thickness, in A/B craftsman grade. Owners of the thinner veg tan praise its tooling response and even dye take-up; the thicker shoulder draws praise for packaging and consistent quality, though it is heavy for small projects.

• Choose the Artisan's Choice 2–3 oz if you tool, carve or dye thin leather for wallets, liners and small goods and want a large side or project pieces.
• Choose the 8/9 oz single shoulder if you are making belts, straps, sheaths or structured bags and need thick, firm leather that holds shape.