To get the approximate number of hides, divide the square footage by 50 and round up to the next numeral. Leather is sold on a square foot basis in whole hide quantities. We do not sell partial hides. Hides are measured using a light beam and computer to register each square inch and instantaneously calculate the total square footage for each hide. This figure is transcribed to the back side of the hide.
Cattle encounter a variety of nature's hazards.
Often, they come in contact with trees, bushes, insects or barbed wire, all of which can leave scratches or scars on the hide. Neck wrinkles, scratches, backbone furrows, stretch marks and branding marks all appear in high quality leather and are not defects. These marks of quality leather demonstrate the inherent beauty of the product. Please note that these areas will also accept color differently. Marks and scars in no way affect the strength and wearability of leather.