the gafer Report post Posted December 13, 2017 Hi everyone I normally use bridle leather for all my work but the problem I have is its 2mm thick but not as supple as I would like to build a bag so what would be my choice of leather to build a bag must be supple leather I was thinking cow side 1.5mm but not sure so thought I would put out the question what leather do I use ???? Atb kev Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fire88 Report post Posted December 14, 2017 What type of bag are you trying to make? That would dictate the type of leather I'd want to use. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the gafer Report post Posted December 14, 2017 A holdhall Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ContactCement Report post Posted December 15, 2017 I don't remember the leather supplier but they have a sample variety pack can be purchased dirt cheap. See touch and feel the leathers if you have that option. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nikonmom Report post Posted December 15, 2017 I just made one with garment or upholstery leather and it's too soft. If you want to make a tote, use something with some stiffness to it. I use 4-5 oz. veg tan and it is not too heavy but still keeps its shape. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fire88 Report post Posted December 16, 2017 On 12/14/2017 at 0:33 PM, the gafer said: A holdhall You could use 4-5 veg tan or latigo, both would give to body/shape. You could also use lighter leather and use a bag stiffener and line it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
