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Tooling Leather Selection Guide

Guide for tooling leather selection

TypeTannageThicknessToolingCarvingStampingEmbossingDyeing
Vegetable TannedBark / Vegetable2-14 ozYesYesYesYesYes
Chrome TannedChromium Salts1-6 ozNoNoNoYesNo
Bridle LeatherVegetable (finished)6-12 ozYesNoYesYesYes
Harness LeatherVegetable (stuffed)8-14 ozYesNoYesYesYes
Oil TannedChrome + Oil3-8 ozNoNoNoYesNo
LatigoChrome + Veg (combination)4-10 ozNoNoNoYesYes
Suede / SplitChrome (split side)1-4 ozNoNoNoNoYes
Tooling Calf / KipVegetable2-5 ozYesYesYesYesYes

Vegetable Tanned

The gold standard for leather tooling and carving. Must be cased (dampened) before tooling.
ToolingCarvingStampingBeltsHolstersWallets
Finishing: Accepts all finishes well

Chrome Tanned

Soft and flexible. Not suitable for traditional tooling but can be embossed with heat/pressure.
GarmentsUpholsteryBagsLining
Finishing: Comes pre-finished, limited dye acceptance

Bridle Leather

Veg-tan core with wax/finish on grain. Tooling possible but results vary due to finish.
EquestrianBeltsStrapsDog Collars
Finishing: Pre-waxed/finished surface

Harness Leather

Similar to bridle but heavier. Stuffed with tallows/waxes for durability.
HarnessHeavy StrapsIndustrial
Finishing: Heavy wax/stuffing

Oil Tanned

Waxy/oily hand feel. Not suitable for tooling. Great for rugged projects.
Work GlovesBootsBagsOutdoor Gear
Finishing: Pre-oiled, water resistant

Latigo

Combination tanned. Very durable but does not tool well. Comes pre-dyed.
StrapsLeashesRiggingReins
Finishing: Pre-dyed, heavily stuffed

Suede / Split

Split from the flesh side. Very soft. Cannot be tooled or carved.
LiningGarmentsAccessories
Finishing: Napped finish, no grain side

Tooling Calf / Kip

Finer grain than standard veg-tan. Excellent for detailed tooling and small projects.
Fine ToolingWalletsBookbindingSmall Goods
Finishing: Tight grain, excellent detail

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