Ogawa - Shell Cordovan - Veg Tanned - (Walnut)

Ogawa - Shell Cordovan - Veg Tanned - (Walnut)
Ogawa - Shell Cordovan - Veg Tanned - (Walnut)
Ogawa - Shell Cordovan - Veg Tanned - (Walnut)
Ogawa - Shell Cordovan - Veg Tanned - (Walnut)

Shinki Hikaku (Japan)

15 reviews
15 reviews
$ 219.99 USD

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PRODUCT SPECS

  • Article:  Shell Cordovan
  • Tannery: Leder Ogawa (Japan)🇯🇵
  • Tannage: Vegetable Tanned
  • Full Grain: Yes
  • Finish: Full Aniline
  • Firmness: Medium (6/10)
  • Cut: Shells (Butts)
  • Grain (Top): Smooth with Glaze
  • Flesh (Bottom): Smooth
  • Dye: Natural Base Dyed on Top
  • Burnishable: Yes
  • Thickness: 4.0oz (1.6mm) +/- 0.2mm
  • Restocked: Yes, every 2-3 months
Please note the images are a representative of the actual product, however computer and device screens vary as do dye lots. The leather you receive may look different than it appears on your screen. We suggest that you request sample(s) before ordering when color is critical. Product descriptions are to the best of our knowledge, if you notice any errors please contact info@rmleathersupply.com

OVERVIEW 

Leder Ogawa Shell Cordovan is tanned and finished in Japan. Ogawa has been in business since 1971 and are one of the few remaining tanneries producing this special article.  They are well known for their attention to detail, beautiful hides and rich colors. Ogawa shell has its subtle differences than the other tanneries, it has a beautiful more polished luster and with a slight waxy feeling. These unique traits lend itself to really clean small leather goods.

Shell cordovan (or cordovan) is a rare, world-famous leather made of a specific layer of hide - "cordovan". The cordovan layer exists only in equine hides and has its maximum thickness on the rump area. One horse hide yields only two small oval pieces of cordovan - two shells. Using the centuries-old method of pure vegetable tannage and hand finishing, the tanning process takes a full six months to complete. The outcome is one of the world’s finest leathers and one that is highly coveted for its unmatched durability and wonderful patina.  

THICKNESS

  • 4oz (1.6mm) +/- 0.2mm 

    SIZES & DIMENSIONS

    • 1 ds = 0.107 square feet

      SPLITTING

      • Contact us for additional splitting information.

      GREAT FOR

      • Shoes
      • Wallet Exteriors
      • Watch Straps
      • Small Leather Goods

      WHOLESALE

      We are the Official North America distributor for Ogawa. You can mix and match any colors of the Ogawa Shell Cordovan to get the discount below. We can offer the following discounts on Full Shells 

      • Buy 2 Full Hides (Mix ANY Ogawa Article): 3% Off
      • Buy 5 Full Hides (Mix ANY Ogawa Article): 6% Off
      • Buy 10 Full Hides (Mix ANY Ogawa Article): 8% Off
      • Buy 20 Full Hides (Mix ANY Ogawa Article): 10% Off
      • Buy 25 Full Hides (Single Article and Color): Contact us for Tannery Direct

          WHAT TO EXPECT?