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8/10oz. English Bridle Leather, Tan Color, Single Back, by Wickett & Craig
Regular price
$164.70 USD
Sale price
$148.24 USD
8/10oz. English Bridle Leather — Tan Color — Single Back by Wickett & Craig
Traditional, elegant, and built to last. This drum-dyed, hot-stuffed English Bridle leather delivers unmatched flexibility, strength, and refinement for premium leather goods.
Thickness: 8/10 oz (≈3.2–4.0 mm) Vegetable-Tanned Drum-Dyed Single Back Made by Wickett & Craig (USA)
Product Overview
English Bridle Leather from Wickett & Craig is a symbol of American craftsmanship and traditional tanning excellence. Each hide is vegetable-tanned, drum-dyed, and hot-stuffed with oils and waxes to achieve a flawless balance between beauty and durability.
With a smooth, even surface and a clean, pasted back, this 8/10oz single back is perfect for belts, bridles, straps, harnesses, and fine leather goods. Its labor-intensive process yields a leather that is both strong and flexible, ideal for premium craftsmanship.
Key Features
- Vegetable-Tanned & Drum-Dyed – Deep, rich color through the hide with a smooth finish.
- Hot-Stuffed with Oils & Waxes – Adds flexibility, weather resistance, and natural sheen.
- Clean Pasted Back – Ready to use for belts, straps, or interiors without further finishing.
- Traditional Bridle Quality – Made with precision and consistency by Wickett & Craig, USA.
- Ideal Weight – 8/10oz thickness (3.2–4.0 mm) suitable for sturdy yet elegant applications.
Technical Details
| Leather Type | Full-Grain Cowhide (Single Back) |
|---|---|
| Tannage | Vegetable-Tanned |
| Thickness | 8/10 oz (≈3.2–4.0 mm) |
| Color | Tan |
| Finish | Smooth, drum-dyed, hot-stuffed surface with clean pasted back |
| Temper | Medium-Firm — durable yet flexible |
| Origin | Wickett & Craig Tannery, Curwensville, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Best For | Belts, bridles, straps, harnesses, wallets, and luxury leather goods |
Suggested Uses
- Dress and work belts
- Equestrian tack and bridles
- Straps, harnesses, and dog collars
- Luxury wallets and accessories
- Watch bands and handmade crafts
About Wickett & Craig
Wickett & Craig is one of America’s oldest tanneries, operating since 1867. Renowned for their vegetable-tanned leathers, they specialize in bridle, harness, and tooling leathers made with time-honored methods and unmatched attention to detail.