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Horween Dublin Vegetable Tanned Leather Side

Horween Dublin Vegetable Tanned Leather Side

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$41.00at HNMDChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $41.00 at HNMD on Nov 9.

Our take on the Horween Dublin Vegetable Tanned Leather Side

A full side of Horween's Dublin leather, a vegetable-tanned, hand-glazed hide with a waxy pull-up finish that lightens and darkens as it flexes. It is a favorite of watch strap makers, wallet and belt crafters, and small-goods leatherworkers who want a firm, dense hide with a rich patina over time. Compared with softer chrome-tanned sides, Dublin is stiffer and takes longer to break in, but it holds shape and burnishes well. The hide is sold as a whole side, so expect natural variation in thickness and markings.

Best forWatch strap and belt makersWallet and small-goods craftersLeatherworkers who want firm, patina-rich veg-tanBuyers comfortable cutting around natural hide flaws
Pros
  • Dense, firm hand that holds shape in straps and belts
  • Waxy pull-up finish develops character with use
  • Vegetable tanned, so it takes dyes, stamps and burnishing well
  • Large side gives plenty of material for multiple projects
  • Hand-glazed surface looks good with minimal finishing
Cons
  • Stiffer than chrome-tan and slow to break in
  • Natural markings and thickness variation across the side
  • Whole-side format is a lot of leather for a casual hobbyist
  • Waxy surface can show scratches early on

Horween Dublin Vegetable Tanned Leather Side prices at every store

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    $41.00Checked Nov 9
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Horween Dublin Vegetable Tanned Leather Side price history

Lowest price we've seen: $41.00 on Nov 10 at HNMD. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Leatherworkers praise Dublin for its firm temper, rich pull-up and how well it ages on watch straps and belts. Complaints center on stiffness at first and the variability of a natural hide.

What people mention
  • TemperPraisedOwners say the firm hand keeps straps and belts from stretching out.
  • PatinaPraisedReviewers like how the waxy finish darkens and lightens with flexing.
  • Break-inCriticisedSome find the leather stiff and slow to soften compared with chrome-tan.
  • Hide variationMixedBuyers note thickness and natural markings differ across a full side.
  • SurfaceMixedThe waxy top can show scratches early, though many see it as character.

Specifications

Default Thickness
2.4mm-28mm
Thread
Superfine Linen
Edge Finish
Edge Coating
Watch Buckle Material
304L Stainless Steel

Questions and answers

Is Dublin leather good for watch straps?
Yes. Its firm temper and dense fiber hold strap shape and develop a strong patina. It is stiffer at first than softer leathers, so expect a short break-in.
How does Dublin differ from Horween Chromexcel?
Dublin is vegetable tanned and hand-glazed with a waxy pull-up; Chromexcel is chrome tanned and hot-stuffed with oils and waxes. Dublin is firmer and more structured, while Chromexcel is softer and more supple.
What thickness should I expect?
The side is sold around 2.4 mm nominal, but a natural hide varies across the side. Skive or split thicker areas for straps and wallets.
Can I dye, stamp or burnish it?
Yes. Vegetable-tanned Dublin takes dyes, stamps and edge burnishing well. The waxy surface may need light prep before dyeing.
Is a whole side too much for a beginner?
It is a large amount of leather. Beginners making a few straps or wallets may prefer a smaller panel, while makers with several projects get good use from a side.
Where is the Horween Dublin Vegetable Tanned Leather Side cheapest?
At HNMD, for $41.00, as of our latest check.