This is a top grain cow side, or half hide, in a natural milled grain with a soft, supple temper. It is chrome-tanned and drum dyed with aniline dyes, then given a semi-aniline finish. The colors are rich and deep, and the finish keeps them from bleeding or running.
The grain is unembossed, so the pattern is entirely natural and each hide has its own subtle grain. The surface is smooth with a tumbled look and feel. Each side averages 18 to 24 sq. ft. and is 1.1 to 1.3 mm (3 oz) thick, which balances durability with flexibility, pliability and softness.
It comes in 50 colors, from muted grays, taupes and browns to brighter blues, oranges, yellows, reds and hot pink. It suits handbags, duffles and weekenders, home goods such as cushions, throw pillows and upholstery, footwear such as sneakers and boots, outerwear, hats, chaps, and accessories such as wallets and clutches.
- Hide type
- Cow, top grain
- Cut
- Side (half hide)
- Size
- Avg. 18-24 sq. ft.
- Thickness
- 1.1-1.3 mm (3 oz)
- Tannage
- Chrome
- Finish
- Semi-aniline
- Dyeing
- Aniline drum dyed
- Texture
- Natural milled grain
- Embossing
- None, unembossed
- Surface
- Smooth
- Temper
- Soft, supple and flexible
- Colors
- 50 colors available
- Common uses
- Handbags, chaps, footwear, home goods and upholstery, outerwear, leather goods and accessories