Leather Type: Water Buffalo Leather
Tannage: Re-Tan Veg/Chrome
Cut: Bend
Average Size: 9–14 Sq. Ft.
Thickness: 9–10 oz. (3.6–4.0 mm)
Hand: Very Firm
Item Number: BFBB
Water Buffalo Belt Bends
These bends feature a rich color and a very firm hand. At 9–10 oz., this leather is perfect for single-ply belts, or it can be split down for wallet and clutch backs, interiors, cases, and a wide variety of personal leather goods and accessories.
Cut from the back and butt of the hide, these Water Buffalo Bends offer the strength, density, and durability that make them an excellent choice for projects requiring a firm, supportive leather. The combination vegetable/chrome re-tannage provides the best of both worlds, delivering a sturdy temper while maintaining excellent workability and a rich, attractive finish.
Ideal for belt makers, these bends provide the thickness and rigidity needed for durable, long-lasting belts that stand up to everyday wear. When split to a lighter weight, the leather is equally well suited for structured wallets, notebook covers, clutch backs, cases, sheaths, and other handcrafted leather goods where stability and clean construction are essential.
Whether you’re building a rugged everyday belt or crafting premium leather accessories, Water Buffalo Belt Bends deliver the strength, versatility, and dependable performance that serious leathercrafters appreciate.
