ewayne53 Report post Posted January 15, 2021 Generally speaking which is better grade of leather a double shoulder or a full side? I want to make a duffle bag and I’d like to use better leather. I know leather from one company is better than from another etc. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stewey Report post Posted January 15, 2021 Is it big enough? The belly is generally the weakest/stretchiest part. The spine the best part - when it comes to harness leather. If you need length, a double-shoulder might not have it. Figure out the total area you need, and then get the piece that will fulfil your requirements. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JLSleather Report post Posted January 16, 2021 As a rule, the butt is the firmest part of the hide (all else equal). But if it's large enough, the double shoulder would make a perfectly good duffel. Unless the duffel bag is quite large, i would think the main consideration would be the look desired. A double shoulder is going to have natural fat wrinkles running in line with the longer measurement, if that matters. With a bit of planning, this can be an advantage ... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ewayne53 Report post Posted January 16, 2021 The duffle bag is 20x10x10 for my wife to carry all her products and electrical devices when we travel. So it sounds like a double shoulder is the way to go. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
