Conceria Walpier - Buttero "Bellies" - Veg Tanned Leather (BELLIES) - 40% OFF!

Conceria Walpier (Italy)

Buttero Veg Tanned Leather - 3oz (1.2mm) - Made in Italy - Rocky Mountain Leather Supply

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"This is the best leather I have ever worked with. Great texture and firm yield to it. Customer service was spot on and they delivered right away." - John L.

Sale price
$ 56.99
Regular price
$ 94.98
You save
40%
  • Thickness: 1.6mm (4 oz) +/- 0.2mm
  • Firmness: Firm
  • Expected Yield: 70%+
Specifications
SPLITTING

Leather splitting is a custom service available down to your preferred thickness

Please note split leather can't be returned

There is a tolerance to leather splitting. While we have invested a lot of time and training into hitting a tighter tolerance range than advertised, sometimes the  leather articles and differing densities require the full tolerance range. 

Leather tolerance is denoted by +/- which means the leather can be both above and below that number by the denoted amount.

  • Example 1.2mm +/- 0.1mm.
  • This means that the leather could come anywhere ranging from 1.1-1.3mm across the hide. Most the time this amount is indiscernible to the naked eye, but should be noted if measuring with precise equipment

How we gauge the leather is with a thickness gauge that can reach both the edges and middle of the hide. We apply a moderate amount of pressure (Not too hard and not too soft)

Again our tolerances are tighter than the tanneries. We are usually well inside the range, especially on panels, but occasionally need the full range. Tolerance ranges are as follows: 

Splitting Panels: +/- (0.1mm).

Splitting Full Hides & Half Hides:  +/- 0.15mm

No Splitting (From Tannery Splitter):  +/- 0.2mm

  • The width of our splitter is 27-28 inches. If you have a hide that is larger we will trim the hide to fit and return you both pieces. We cut off the belly section leaving you the nicest area of the hide in tact.
  • Due to it requiring often multiple passes we do not send the split flesh part.

Buttero Vegetable Tanned Leather comes from Conceria Walpier Tannery in Tuscany, Italy. They are well known for their traditional methods of vegetable tanning. Walpier is a member of the exclusive Pelle Vegetale Consortium certifying they tan leather using the strict traditional vegetal methods.

These are 40% off (Approx 5.49/sqft depending on size) and includes free shipping in the US. All sales are final for this leather, feel free to reach out with any questions!

PRODUC DESCRIPTION

This veg tan leather is from the belly cut, it is full grain and has a nice balance between supple and firm. Traditionally the belly cut is a lower grade item, but Walpier does a great job selecting bellies that have great yield. So if you are making smaller leather goods this is an economic way to get into Buttero and will save you some money. Same great leather at a great value price point!

It is easy to cut and skive. The veg tan's firmness will give some rigidity to your products and even allows for great molding applications. It is some of the most versatile leather we have found. Their beautiful colors will provide near endless color options and combinations to mix into your projects. 

DIMENSIONS & PRICING

  • Full  (Belly)
    • Small - approx 6-8 square feet  (approx 4 x 60 inches):
    • Medium - approx 8-10 square feet  (approx 24 x 72 inches)
    • Large - approx 0-12 square feet  (approx 24 x 84)

THICKNESS

  • 4.5oz (1.8mm +/- 0.2mm)

ETHICALLY SOURCED LEATHER

All of our hides are ethically sourced as a byproduct of the meat industry. Leather that might otherwise be overlooked is transformed into something lasting through your creativity.

Fast Shipping

Most orders ship the next business day so you can keep your projects moving.

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Enjoy 30 days of hassle-free returns for peace of mind with each order.

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General Info
Tannery i Conceria Walpier
Cut i Belly
Material Characteristics
Full Grain i Yes
Grain (Top) i Aniline
Flesh (Bottom) i Smooth Nap
Burnishable i Yes
Processing & Finish
Tannage i Vegetable Tanned
Dye i Completely Through
Finish i Aniline
Physical Properties
Firmness i Firm
Thickness i 1.6mm (4 oz) +/- 0.2mm
Splitting i Free Splitting
Yield i 70%+

Best for those that like the rustic flaws and characteristics of horsehide. With a natural product like leather, there can be areas with neck and back wrinkles, spidering, veins, scars, bites, loose grain. This article especially rustic and for those who appreciate the uniqueness of horsehide. Horses are much more active than cows and their hides are more representative of flaws. These flaws make each hide unique. We recommend this article for those that appreciate the rich dense grain that is full of character. If you require large pieces, we recommend whenever possible ordering a full hide. This leather can have holes in the center of the skin and are best for small to medium sized leather goods. This leather being full aniline (meaning the leather is very natural with no extra finishing on the surface to hide any flaws) darker colors will better hide any areas of concern. A key skill of using full aniline leather is the ability to work less desirable areas of the hide into the less visible areas of your projects.
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