Full-Grain Leather

You probably see the term “genuine leather” on a lot of pieces on the market or in your home. While generally true, the term “genuine” can be misleading. Most genuine leather has actually been ‘split’; this is the process of taking a side (half a cow) or any amount of leather and splitting the layers, essentially forming two or more layers from one piece of leather. The topmost layer is known as full grain for a few reasons, but this is the stuff you want. Think about it. It’s the outermost later of the bovine that is tough, essentially water resistant, and exposed to the elements. Most of what is called “genuine” is not truly genuine full grain leather.

This only really matters if you care about your leather products lasting and aging well, like leather should. If you buy leather products that are made from the split leather that is less dense and durable, you may notice the quality deteriorate rather quickly. On the other hand, when you buy products made of the true outer skin of the cow or buffalo (the main types I carry), you will only notice a maturing beauty on the product as it ages.

The choice is truly yours. I will only supply and make product with full grain real leather. You can find cheaper knock off stuff out there, but you’ll be hard pressed to find better quality!