The Horween Leather Company, in operation since 1905, is known for its high quality leathers. They offer a wide range of tannages from vegetable tanned Genuine Shell Cordovan to Sport Leathers and Footwear Leathers, such as Chromexcel. Products include traditional, old world tannages and techniques, carefully updated with modern applications. The leathers are still made by hand, the same way as generations ago, and leather is made to order.
Glossiness: Satin.
Translucence: 0%.
Texture: Medium.
Hardness: Resilient.
Acoustics: Poor.
Odor: Moderate.
Fire resistance: Moderate.
UV resistance: Moderate.
Weather resistance: Poor.
Scratch resistance: Poor.
Chemical resistance: Poor.
Weight: Heavy.
Renewable: Yes.
Recyclable: Yes.
Horsehide
Cowhide