Carolina Oak Veg Tanned Sides

Specs:

• Origin: U.S. hides
• Tanning: 100% vegetable tanned in Mexico
• Tannins: Chestnut & oak blend
• Tanning Process: Slow pit tanning (30+ days)
• Grain: Open/porous for excellent water absorption
• Burnish/Tooling: Dark burnish, deep relief when tooled
• Available Cuts: Sides (average 22–25 sq. ft.)
• Available Weights: 2–3 oz, 3–4 oz, 4–5 oz, 5–6 oz, 6–7 oz, 7–8 oz, 8–9 oz, 9–10 oz
• Ideal For: Carving, tooling, belts, saddlery, armor, laser work, leathercraft of all kinds

Carolina Oak — Tradition in Every Fiber

This is leather the old way — slow-tanned, richly finished, and meant to be worked by hands that know the craft. Our Carolina Oak Veg Tanned leather starts with the cleanest U.S. hides, vegetable tanned in Mexico using time-honored pit tanning methods that take over 30 days. No shortcuts here — just oak, chestnut, and patience.

The blend of chestnut and oak tannins gives this leather a rich, earthy tone and a dark, natural burnish when tooled or stamped. Its open, porous grain allows it to soak up water beautifully when cased, giving you clean cuts, deep relief, and definition that makes every detail pop. This is the kind of leather that breathes life into your work.

Available in a wide range of weights and cut in generous sides averaging 22–25 square feet, it's a go-to material for everything from hand-tooled belts and saddles to armor, cosplay, laser etching, and traditional carving.

The magic? You feel it the moment it hits your bench. And if you haven't tried it yet, reach out today for a free sample— because this leather speaks for itself once it's in your hands.