sheepskin moccasins ?

[hickok55]

is veg tanned sheepskin any good for making moccasins ?
 

[tsunkasapa]

No, sheep doesn't have the density to hold up. And I don't know of ANY veg tan that has the flexibility for moccasins. Brain tan bison or moose would be my first choice. After that, chrome tan bison, elk or moose. Horse makes good moccasins as well.

[hickok55]

would sheepskin not even work for indoor moccasin to be used as slippers.

Edited February 21, 2022 by hickok55

[tsunkasapa]

The only use I have found for veg tan sheep is lining holsters and other small projects. Sheep skin is too prone to tearing. It has no structural density. In plain terms, it's flimsy.

[hickok55]

what about goat

[tsunkasapa]

Goat is tougher, but still far too thin for footwear. I already gave you my preferences for moccasins. I've made, worn, hunted and danced in the moccasins I make for over 50 years. I do not think either of your choices are up to the task.

[hickok55]

1 hour ago, tsunkasapa said:

Goat is tougher, but still far too thin for footwear. I already gave you my preferences for moccasins. I've made, worn, hunted and danced in the moccasins I make for over 50 years. I do not think either of your choices are up to the task.

i'd love to see the moccasins you've made.

[tsunkasapa]

These are my wife's. Standard plains 2 piece pattern. Commercial elk buckskin uppers with 8oz veg tan soles. 

Edited February 21, 2022 by tsunkasapa
Forgot the stupid pictures!!!

[hickok55]

those are some nice moccasins.