Vachetta Luxe - Luxury Natural Veg Tan Leather (HIDES)

France

Please note: Images are representative of the actual product, but colors may vary due to device screens and dye lot differences. The leather you receive may appear different than what you see on your screen. When color accuracy is critical, we recommend requesting samples before ordering. Product descriptions are provided to the best of our knowledge—if you spot any errors, please let us know 

Price
$ 169.99

Leather Color: Patina

Leather Size: 1/2 Side (~8-10 square feet)

  • Thickness: 2.0mm (5.0 oz) +/- 0.2mm
  • Firmness: Medium
  • Expected Yield: 75%+
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.
For smaller PANELS click HERE

PRODUCT SPECS

  • Article:  Vachetta Luxe
  • Tannery: France 🇫🇷 
  • Full Grain: Yes
  • Tannage: Vegetable Tanned
  • Finish: Full Aniline
  • Firmness: Medium (7/10)
  • Cut: Side
  • Grain (Top): Smooth 
  • Flesh (Bottom): Smooth Nap
  • Dye: Natural is Un-Dyed. The colors are dyed through
  • Burnishable: Yes
  • Thickness: 5oz (2.0mm) +/- 0.2mm
  • Splitting: Yes, down to 0.6mm  *Please note split leather cannot be returned & if hide is wider than 27" we will need to cut it into 2 pieces to fit the splitter (We cut closer to the belly side)
  • Restocked: Yes, every 3-4 months
  • Luxury Brands: Yes, both the natural and colors are used by one of the most famous brands on the straps, piping, and body of their handbags and products

Please note the images are a representative of the actual product, however computer and device screens vary as do dye lots. The leather you receive may look different than it appears on your screen. We suggest that you request sample(s) before ordering when color is critical. Product descriptions are to the best of our knowledge, if you notice any errors please contact info@rmleathersupply.com

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Vachetta Luxe comes from France and is specially designed to develop a gradual patina. Vachetta Luxe a special veg tan used by some of the luxury brands for its amazing patina. It comes with a special coating to help age the patina at just the right speed to give the golden brown look. 

The leather is vegetable tanned and has a great softness to it allowing it to be used in turned bags and small leather goods. This leather is their top grade. The flesh side is finished nicely for showing it off naturally or adding a liner to it. The leather burnishes well or can take edge paint if preferred.

It can be split down to any preferred thickness to help make bag handles, bag bottoms or full exteriors. 

USES

  • Most famously used by luxury brand on bag handles, accents (Beautiful Patina) 
  • Bags Exteriors 
  • Accents
  • Small Leather Goods 
  • Leather Bag Tags

DIMENSIONS & PRICING

  • Full Hide (Side):  18-20 square feet  (~78 x 36 inches):  $15.99 sqft
  • 1/2 Hide (1/2 Side):  9-10 square feet  (~38 x 36 inches):  $16.99 sqft
  • For smaller panels click HERE

WHOLESALE

We are a dealer for Vachetta Luxe and can offer wholesale and volume pricing 

WHAT TO EXPECT?  

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.

Customer Service

Our team is here to answer questions and help you find exactly what you need.

Satisfaction Guarantee

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

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General Info
Tannery i None
Cut i Whole Hide and Side
Material Characteristics
Full Grain i Yes
Grain (Top) i Aniline
Processing & Finish
Tannage i Vegetable Tanned
Finish i Aniline
Physical Properties
Firmness i Medium
Thickness i 2.0mm (5.0 oz) +/- 0.2mm
Splitting i Free Splitting
Yield i 75%+

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. Whole hides and sides do include bellies where there can be some loose grain. 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. Overall this leather has a moderately high cutting yield.
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