Russet Tooling Leather

Why You’ll Love It:

If you’ve never tooled on Russet leather, I highly recommend giving it a shot. This stuff takes a stamp like nobody’s business and burnishes with ease. The best part? You don’t even need to antique it to make your tooling pop. Clean edges, deep impressions, and a smooth finish make this a go-to for belts, holsters, and just about anything else that calls for a clean classic look.

Key Specs:

• Tannage: Vegetable Tanned

• Finish: Unfinished, Natural

• Thickness Options: 2–3 oz, 4–5 oz, 6–7 oz, 8–10 oz

• Average Size: 22–26 square feet

• Grade: A/B Grade

Best For:

This leather is ideal for tooling, carving, stamping, and burnishing. Whether you're making belts, wallets, bags, or custom saddle-work, it’ll give you a crisp, professional finish that holds up.

Pro Tip from Aaron:

If you’re getting fuzzy edges when you cut your straps or belt blanks, try casing the leather lightly and letting it sit for a few minutes before burnishing. This Russet edges like a dream when it’s got just the right amount of moisture. You’ll be shocked how clean it comes out.