Tanneries Du Puy - Negonda - Luxury Shrunken Calf Leather (SAMPLES)

Tanneries Du Puy (France)

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Price
$ 2.00
  • Thickness: 2.2mm (5.5 oz) +/- 0.3mm
  • Firmness: Medium
  • Expected Yield: 80%+
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.

Established in 1946, Tanneries Du Puy is renowned for the traditional expertise in high end calfskin production. Tanneries Du Puy is owned by the Hermes HCP Group and continues to serve the top luxury brands for leather goods and shoes.

Negonda is a naturally shrunken calf leather, meaning there is no embossing. The hides come from calf in the alp regions of Europe where there are less bugs and are hand selected for the highest quality. These hides are sourced specifically for their density, ensuring a distinct deep grain in the shrinking process. One hide can lose up to 40% of its size in the shrunken tanning process. The final result is one of the highest end luxury leather articles available. A deep and large grain that can not be imitated. Running down the center of the back, Negonda will highlight its signature perpendicular veining. This veining will usually be centered on the highest end luxury handbags.  

This leather is full grain and top grade. It is slightly drier with more structure than Odessa (Togo). This particular leather is popular for highest end bags, clutches and larger items. Another unique trait of this leather is its durability and scratch resistance making it a great choice for products needing unmatched durability for everyday wear and tear. It is a versatile leather that will give a great dimension and a luxury feel to your products!

DIMENSIONS & PRICING
  • Samples:  approx. ~ 2 x 3 inches

USES

  • Most famous for use on Luxury Handbags
  • Totes, Bags, Clutches, Purses 
  • Wallets
  • Small Leather Goods 
  • Watch Straps

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.

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

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General Info
Tannery i Du Puy
Cut i Whole Hide and Side
Material Characteristics
Full Grain i Yes
Grain (Top) i Pigmented
Flesh (Bottom) i Smooth Nap
Burnishable i No, Edge Paint Recommended
Processing & Finish
Tannage i Chrome Tanned
Dye i Completely through most colors, though can have a white center
Finish i Pigmented
Physical Properties
Firmness i Medium
Thickness i 2.2mm (5.5 oz) +/- 0.3mm
Splitting i Free Splitting
Yield i 80%+

With a natural product like leather, there can be areas with neck and back wrinkles, veins, scars, bites, loose grain, but in general this article can expect an overall high cutting area. Sides do include bellies where there can be some loose grain. This leather being semi aniline (meaning the leather is very mostly natural with some slight finishing) the leather will have most areas of concern covered improving yield. Darker colors will also 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. Overall this article has a high cutting yield.
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