Grading Process
No two hides are the same resulting in varying thicknesses, density and also textures.Genuine VEG tanned leather is a product of nature.
Because of its interwoven mass of fibres, genuine VEG tanned leather combines durability and toughness with comfort and flexibility. As a result of living and growth, the leather will have natural marks and grain variations. An important aspect of Leather is that each hide has its own “personality”. No two hides are the same resulting in varying thicknesses, density and also textures. Animals are exposed to a wide variety of natural environmental factors resulting in markings on them that bear the hallmark of their origins.
What to expect
Typical marks found on leather are:
Natural markings
Stretch marks
Healed scratch marks
Fat folds
Healed tick bite marks
Grain variations
Texture variations
Other markings
Brand marks
Flay cuts
Cracking
Holes
The following grading will apply to our finished leather and will be based on the percentage cutting value available:
- Full Grain VEG Leather
- Grade 1: 75 – 100 % cutting value
- Grade 2: 60 – 75 % cutting value
- Grade 3: 35 – 55 % cutting value
- Chrome Sides – Expect to find natural scarring, tick bites, healed scratches and brand marks.