Brooks125 Report post Posted February 21, 2022 I'm fortunate in being able to drive to Weaver and pick out a side when I buy leather. Today, I went to he warehouse, was greeted by a nice young man who offered to help me sort the stack. I saw from halfway down the aisle that it would be a short sort. ONE SIDE was left of my preferred leather (H/O 8/9). I'm glad it was a high-yield piece, and probably would have been my choice given a full stack. I was told that 8/9 and 7/8 are on backorder and may be for several weeks. I tell you this to give you fair warning: call and check availability, if you can get it ... get it and start getting with your secondary sources. It seems the supply chain has hit leather! Good Luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tugadude Report post Posted February 21, 2022 My business is extremely impacted by chemical prices. I suspect that the price and availability of the chemicals used in the tanning and finishing process will eventually impact retail prices if it hasn't already. For reference, one of my main suppliers adds a surcharge currently and they have just announced they are going up to 40% surcharge on some items. It is getting (has gotten!) ridiculous. Glad you shared your experience. Unfortunately, fear of stuff running out oftentimes causes people to buy ahead, adding further pressure to the market, ensuring additional problems down the line. You can't win sometimes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayEhl Report post Posted February 21, 2022 15 minutes ago, Brooks125 said: It seems the supply chain has hit leather! Not to mention the inevitable price increases..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
