We have been getting requests for a darker version of our braintan buckskin hides. So here you go...
This commercially tanned skin measures 5 1/4 square feet, is 2-3 oz. in weight (thickness) and is pliable. The grain has been buffed down (but not removed) to give it a soft mate feel/finish. We combine dyes to give them the look of smoked braintanned hides. They have not actually been smoked.
The grain side of this hide has multiple blemishes so we buffed the suede so that side can be used. It is the side shown in the photo.
These hides are slightly firmer than deerskin but can be used for the same projects. It will be great for flute bags, pipe bags, regalia, buckskin clothing, leather laces, medicine bags, journal covers, bookbinding, etc.
These hides are made to resemble old time brain tanned hides so some natural blemishes, color variation, etc., are to be expected.
We encourage you to put our years of leather craft experience to work for you. Unlike other leather dealers, we not only sell hides and craft supplies, but we are crafters too
Feel free to email with any questions regarding this or any of our other items. If you are unsure if a particular hide will work for you, PLEASE contact us BEFORE ordering and we will do our best to help you out. We want to make sure you are getting a hide that is best suited for your project. Many times, it is a less expensive item than you planned to purchase.
