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Korba Buffalo Calf Burnishable Veg Tanned Hide
Korba Veg Tan

Korba Buffalo Calf Burnishable Veg Tanned Hide

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  • Last seen at $202.27 at Walmart on Nov 10.

Our take on the Korba Buffalo Calf Burnishable Veg Tanned Hide

Korba Buffalo Calf is a full-grain, 100% vegetable-tanned buffalo hide in a medium temper, sold as a full hide. Its draw is the grain: less uniform than cowhide and full of character, with a smooth top that burnishes to a high shine and darkens into a patina with use. It is dyed fully through, so cut edges stay colored, and it suits small leather goods, wallets, journals, bags and shoes. Against uniform cowhide it trades consistency for character; against chrome-tanned or corrected-grain leathers it offers better burnishing and aging but needs more care and finishing work.

Best forLeather crafters making wallets, card holders and small goodsMakers who want a natural patina rather than a factory finishTooling and edge-burnishing projectsBag, journal and shoe makers wanting character grain
Pros
  • Full-grain buffalo with visible, non-uniform character grain
  • Burnishes to a high shine with a soft cloth or brush
  • Aniline dyed through, so edges stay colored when cut
  • Vegetable tanned, suited to tooling and edge finishing
  • Medium temper holds shape while staying workable
  • Ages into a patina rather than wearing flat
Cons
  • Grain varies across the hide, so no two pieces match
  • Medium temper is firmer than soft garment leathers
  • Vegetable-tanned leather needs conditioning and care
  • Full hides mean more cutting waste for small projects
  • Aniline finish shows scratches and marks more readily

Korba Buffalo Calf Burnishable Veg Tanned Hide prices at every store

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    In stockSold by BuckleguyReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $202.27Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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About the Korba Buffalo Calf Burnishable Veg Tanned Hide

This is a full hide of vegetable-tanned buffalo calf leather. Its strength and durability are about equal to traditional cow leather. The grain is less uniform than cow hide and has more character.

The leather burnishes well. Rubbing it brings the oils to the surface and makes it shiny. It can be burnished while making a project or left to burnish naturally with use. Over time it darkens and develops a patina.

To burnish it by hand, gently rub the surface with a clean, soft brush or cloth, like the kind used on shoes. The leather suits small leather goods such as wallets, key chains, journals, shoes, bags and accessories.

Leather type
Buffalo calf, 100% vegetable tanned
Cut
Full hide
Weight
3-3.5 oz
Thickness
1.2-1.4 mm (3/64")
Hide size
Average 11-13 sq. ft.
Grain
Full grain; smooth, highly burnishable top
Flesh side
Smooth
Finish
100% aniline dye, struck through (dyed fully from top to bottom)
Temper
Medium: slightly firm, less rigid and moderately pliable
Grade
#1 and #2, with the fewest imperfections at the tannery
Origin
Imported from India

Specifications

shape
3/3.5 oz (1.2-1.4mm)Source
color
MulticolorSource

Questions and answers

What thickness is this hide?
It is listed at 3/3.5 oz, roughly 1.2 to 1.4 mm. That suits wallets, card holders, journals and small bags; heavier straps and belts usually want a thicker cut.
How do I burnish it?
Rub the surface gently with a clean soft brush or cloth, the kind used for shoes. The oils rise and the leather turns shiny; it also burnishes naturally with handling over time.
Is it good for tooling and carving?
It is vegetable tanned and medium temper, so it takes tooling and edge work well. The grain is less uniform than cowhide, so fine detailed carving shows more variation.
Will the color change over time?
Yes. The aniline finish darkens and develops a patina with use and light. The dye goes through the hide, so cut edges stay colored as it ages.
How does buffalo calf compare with cowhide?
Strength and durability are essentially equal. The difference is grain: buffalo shows a less uniform, more characterful surface, while cowhide is more even.
What can I make from one hide?
It is intended for small leather goods: wallets, key chains, journals, shoes, bags and high-end accessories. A full hide leaves plenty for multiple small projects.
Where is the Korba Buffalo Calf Burnishable Veg Tanned Hide cheapest?
At Walmart, for $202.27, as of our latest check.

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