newbie77

Hello! I was wondering if anyone knows of anyone who would offer machine skiving/splitting service for small amounts of leather (2-3 hides approximately 5-6 sq feet each). I usually go through 2 hides a year only, so buying my own splitting machine wouldn't be worth it. I've tried some manual splitters (like this one for example), but wasn't happy with the results. If you know of anyone, please LMK. Thank you!!!

For years, I've been using Tandy leather Petite Tooling Calf leather. It works great for me! But it has been discontinued long time ago and I will run out of what I have got left from my last order soon. So, I'm searching for the next closest thing available. The leather I need has to be: - very thin - 1-2 oz - not too firm - VERY SMOOTH, almost no visible grain - accept dye well Can anyone recommend a supplier with such a quality leather? Many thanks!!!