Tandy Sienna Flat Veg-Tan Side vs Hermann Oak A Grade Veg-Tan Side

Buy the Hermann Oak A Grade if you want the firmest, most consistent veg-tan for tooling, carving and structured goods; its very firm hand holds stamps and shapes better than the Sienna. Buy the Sienna Flat Veg-Tan Side if you want a flatter, pre-dyed side with limited stretch for wallets, watch bands and small bags, and you don't need maximum firmness. Both are 3-4 oz cowhide veg-tan sides of similar size, so the real split is temper and finish: Hermann Oak is the tooling standard, Sienna is the easier all-rounder.

• Choose the Sienna Flat Veg-Tan Side if you want a smooth, pre-dyed side with very little stretch for small goods like wallets and watch bands.
• Choose the Hermann Oak A Grade if you need a very firm side that takes carving, stamping and molding with minimal sponginess.