SB Foot Tanning Co. Taos Red Oak Chrome Tanned Leather 5-6 oz.

Medium Tempered Hides with Lightly Waxed Grain.

Product Highlights

• Premium chrome tanned leather from SB Foot Tanning Company.
• Rich Taos Red Oak coloration with excellent depth and character.
• 5-6oz weight (2.0-2.4mm) ideal for substantial projects.
• Medium temper providing perfect balance of structure and flexibility.
• Lightly waxed grain finish for enhanced protection and subtle luster.
• Exceptional durability and aging characteristics.
• Made in USA by SB Foot, suppliers to Red Wing Shoes since 1872.

Product Description
Experience the outstanding quality of SB Foot Tanning Company's Taos Red Oak chrome tanned leather, a premium material that exemplifies American craftsmanship and tanning excellence. This distinguished 5-6oz leather combines beauty, durability, and workability to create a truly exceptional material for discerning leathercrafters.

The Taos Red Oak features a rich, warm reddish-brown coloration reminiscent of fine hardwoods, with subtle variations and depth that add character to every project. Chrome tanning provides excellent softness and flexibility while maintaining remarkable durability that will withstand years of use.

At 5-6oz thickness (2.0-2.4mm), this leather offers substantial body for projects requiring structure and longevity. Despite its robust thickness, the carefully calibrated medium temper ensures the leather remains workable and comfortable, striking the perfect balance between rigidity and flexibility.

The lightly waxed grain adds a refined protective layer that enhances the leather's natural beauty while providing improved resistance to moisture and daily wear. This light wax treatment creates a subtle luster that will develop further character as the leather ages, growing more distinctive with each use.

Leathercrafters will appreciate how Taos Red Oak responds to traditional techniques. It cuts cleanly with minimal stretching, takes stitching beautifully with excellent thread retention, and finishes to smooth edges. The medium temper allows for easy shaping and molding while maintaining enough structure to hold its form in completed projects.

Each hide represents SB Foot's commitment to quality—the same dedication that has made them the primary leather supplier to Red Wing Shoes since 1872, providing leathers that stand up to the most demanding conditions while maintaining exceptional beauty.

Perfect For:

• Durable wallets and portfolio cases.
• Bags and briefcases.
• Substantial belts and straps.
• Knife sheaths and holsters.
• Footwear components.
• Structured leather goods.
• Any project requiring durability with refined appearance.

Specifications:

• Origin: SB Foot Tanning Company, USA.
• Tannage: Chrome tanned.
• Weight: 5-6oz (2.0-2.4mm).
• Color: Taos Red Oak.
• Temper: Medium.
• Finish: Lightly waxed grain.
• Approximate hide size: 20-24 sq ft (varies by hide).
• Cut options: Full hide, half hide, or quarter hide.

Care Instructions:
Maintain with occasional application of quality leather conditioner suitable for chrome tanned leathers. The light wax finish provides good baseline protection, but additional conditioning helps preserve the leather's suppleness and luster. With proper care, Taos Red Oak will develop a beautiful patina over time, becoming more personalized with use.

Please note: As a natural product, each hide will have unique characteristics and subtle variations in color, texture, and markings. These are not defects but rather the authentic hallmarks of premium full-grain leather.

SOLD BY SQ. FT.