Types Of Leather And Their Usage

[Jason311]

Hey guys,

I see alot of makers choose to use bridle or harness leather for small pocket items like wallets, pouches, etc. Has this always been a standard practice or is this something new because people don't like working around some of the obstacles that natural veg tan brings?

It seems almost an oxymoron to take a leather designed for a equestrian trade and then split it down to 3 oz or thinner just so you don't have to dye and / or condition the leather?

Or... am I completely off on that observation?

Thanks in advance,

Jason