What Leather Are You Buying?

[jackd942]

You can also just order a back from W&C. It costs a little more per sq foot, but less cost overall...That is if you don't really want or need the belly.

[Colt Hammerless]

I use their russet skirting leather for holsters and mag pouches. I just got a new piece in last week actually. Last time I had them split an 8-10 oz. back to be even at 8 oz. This time I had them split a piece of 10-12 down to an even 8 oz. That was to make sure the entire piece has a smooth flesh side and can be used for a rough out if need be. Also, you'll want to have them "holster" it. That's where they press the leather between rollers to firm up the temper. There's no extra charge for holstering. As Jackd942 said, get it as a back. It's more per sq. foot, but less overall. Figure an average side at 25 feet has about 5 feet of belly, so you're getting 20 feet of usable. With a back you're getting just the 20 feet, and shipping 20% less weight to boot. If you want the belly for pattern making, they'll sell you a belly for 12 bucks. That way, you're only paying around $2.40 per foot for the belly, instead of full price, AND they've done the work of removing the belly for you. Of course the belly will be a "Tannery Run" so luck of the draw on quality, but for the price difference, who cares. Also, W&C calls their #1 grade "Standard," #2 is "Utility," and #3 is "Special."

Paul

[usmc0341]

I use their russet skirting leather for holsters and mag pouches. I just got a new piece in last week actually. Last time I had them split an 8-10 oz. back to be even at 8 oz. This time I had them split a piece of 10-12 down to an even 8 oz. That was to make sure the entire piece has a smooth flesh side and can be used for a rough out if need be. Also, you'll want to have them "holster" it. That's where they press the leather between rollers to firm up the temper. There's no extra charge for holstering. As Jackd942 said, get it as a back. It's more per sq. foot, but less overall. Figure an average side at 25 feet has about 5 feet of belly, so you're getting 20 feet of usable. With a back you're getting just the 20 feet, and shipping 20% less weight to boot. If you want the belly for pattern making, they'll sell you a belly for 12 bucks. That way, you're only paying around $2.40 per foot for the belly, instead of full price, AND they've done the work of removing the belly for you. Of course the belly will be a "Tannery Run" so luck of the draw on quality, but for the price difference, who cares. Also, W&C calls their #1 grade "Standard," #2 is "Utility," and #3 is "Special."

Paul

Very helpful! Thanks you very much.

[r lenna]

I like Panhandle Leather. I've never had anything bad from there. They have HO for $160 a side. Wicket and Craig is tough to cut with a swivel knife.

[Colt Hammerless]

Glad I could help. I should mention that the 8-10 split to 8 oz. was nice, I'd say about half would have been usable for a rough out as is. But getting it split from 10-12 oz. was less than $4 extra. It took exactly two weeks from the time of ordering until it arrived at my door in AZ. Shipping was steep for me ($43), but seeing you're in PA, it should be quite a bit less.

Paul

[usmc0341]

Thanks for all of the replies. I ordered Wickett & Craig 8/10 ounce back in chestnut and it is hands down the nicest leather I have ever worked with.

[Shooter McGavin]

Will they sell "basks" of saddle skirting? Glenn told me that they would not.

[usmc0341]

Will they sell "basks" of saddle skirting? Glenn told me that they would not.

I'm not sure, I would give them a call.

[Eaglestroker]

Shooter, if that was supposed to say back then yes they will.. If you did mean to say bask I'm learning a new term.

[Shooter McGavin]

haha yes backs.I asked my salesman about a year ago and he said it wasnt an option.