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Seidel Ranch Hand Overstock Leather Hide 2-2.5 oz Chocolate 24-28+ sqft

Seidel Ranch Hand Overstock Leather Hide 2-2.5 oz Chocolate 24-28+ sqft

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$149.99at Rocky Mountain Leather Supply, last seen Nov 2

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Our take on the Seidel Ranch Hand Overstock Leather Hide 2-2.5 oz Chocolate 24-28+ sqft

This is a single side of Seidel Ranch Hand chrome-tanned leather in chocolate, sold as an overstock hide at 2–2.5 oz (roughly 0.8–1 mm) with a 24–28+ sq ft yield. The Ranch Hand line is a full-grain, smooth-fleshed leather aimed at light goods: linings, bags, wallets, straps and small leathercraft. Grade 2/3 overstock means you should expect some scars, brands or uneven areas, so plan around them. No price was given for this listing, so compare the per-square-foot cost against other Seidel sides before buying.

Best forBag linings and light pouches
Wallet and card holder interiors
Straps, laces and small leathercraft
Crafters who can cut around flaws
Pros
  • Full-grain leather with a smooth flesh side
  • Light 2–2.5 oz weight drapes well and skives easily
  • Large 24–28+ sq ft side gives plenty of cutting area
  • Chrome tanned, so it is soft and water-resistant
  • Overstock pricing often beats standard-grade sides
Cons
  • Grade 2/3 means visible scars, brands or thin spots
  • Not burnishable; edges need paint or a folded finish
  • Chrome tanned, so it is not tooling or carving leather
  • Chocolate color varies across the hide
  • Too thin for structured bags, belts or holsters

Seidel Ranch Hand Overstock Leather Hide 2-2.5 oz Chocolate 24-28+ sqft prices at every store

  • Rocky Mountain Leather SupplyCheck price at Rocky Mountain Leather Supply

Seidel Ranch Hand Overstock Leather Hide 2-2.5 oz Chocolate 24-28+ sqft price history

Lowest price we've seen: $149.99 on Nov 2 at Rocky Mountain Leather Supply. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 2.

Specifications

Tannery I
Seidel
Cut I
Side
Full Grain I
Yes
Flesh (Bottom) I
Smooth
Burnishable I
No, Edge Paint Recommended
Tannage I
Chrome Tanned
Yield I
Grade 2 / Grade 3

Questions and answers

Is this leather good for tooling or carving?
No. It is chrome tanned, which does not hold tooling impressions. Choose a vegetable-tanned leather for carving.
Can I burnish the edges?
No. Seidel lists it as not burnishable. Use edge paint or fold and stitch the edges instead.
What does Grade 2/3 mean?
It is a lower overstock grade, so expect scars, brands, bug bites or thin areas. You get a large side at a lower cost but need to cut around flaws.
How thick is 2–2.5 oz?
About 0.8–1 mm. That suits linings, wallets, pouches and straps, not belts or rigid bags.
What can I make from a 24–28 sq ft side?
Roughly several wallets, a tote lining plus pouches, or a batch of small goods. Measure your patterns and allow for flawed areas.
When is the best time to buy overstock hides?
Overstock lots appear when a tannery clears inventory, and they sell out rather than go on schedule. Compare the per-square-foot price with standard-grade Seidel sides before committing.