Leather Type: Cowhide
Tannage: Chrome Tanned
Cut: Side
Average Size: 19-23 sqft
Thickness: 5–6 oz. (2.0–2.4 mm)
Temper: Medium
Finish: Light Oil
Item Number: 753-042

S.B. Foot Ottertail Leather

S.B. Foot Ottertail is a premium oil-tanned leather that offers the perfect balance of durability, workability, and comfort. Featuring a medium temper with a soft, inviting feel, this leather has enough body to hold its shape while remaining flexible and easy to handle for a wide variety of leathercraft projects.

A light oil finish enhances the leather's natural beauty while giving it a smooth, supple hand that only gets better with age. The clean grain and premium construction make Ottertail an excellent choice for projects that demand both rugged performance and timeless style.

Ottertail is an excellent choice for belts, especially as the top layer of a two-ply construction where its soft feel and medium temper really shine. It can also be used for single-ply dress belts, though leatherworkers looking to build a firm, heavy-duty work belt may prefer a stiffer leather or two-ply approach. Beyond belts, it's equally at home in bags, totes, wallets, notebook covers, straps, and other rustic leather goods where its supple hand and premium appearance can take center stage.

Proudly made in the USA by S.B. Foot Tanning Company, this leather reflects generations of American tanning expertise and is built to deliver years of dependable performance while developing even more character through regular use.

Please Note: As an oil-tanned leather, each hide will feature natural markings and slight variations that make every piece unique. These characteristics are part of the leather's natural beauty and help create one-of-a-kind finished projects.

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