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Hand made leather goods, Brisbane AU

Russian Calf (Cuir de Russie)

The Russian Calf by J&FJ Baker is an homage of the coveted Cuir de Russie. This leather is most renowned for its hard wearing property and distinctive hatch grain. It is produced with an oak bark tanning process, true to the original article and is later hand dressed with birch oil during finishing.

The oak bark tannage is a slow gentle process that protects the natural fibers of the leather. It requires 12 months to complete and results in leathers with superior strength and durability. Leathers produced with this tanning method has an unmistakable woody aroma.

Russian calf colour swatch.

Tannery: J&FJ Baker & Co (United Kingdom).
Temper: Firm.
Surface: Prominent hatch grain, slight traces of tallow (natural wax).
Tanning: Oak bark tanned (veg tan).
Patina: To be tested.
Other notes: The most distinguished reproduction of Cuir de Russie. Very distinct woody aroma.

PRODUCT SAMPLES AND GALLERY

Russian calf details.

Hatch grain.

Dark brown Russian calf.

Black Russian calf.

Closeup of grain detail.

All of our products are hand made with traditional leather crafting techinques. They are cut, saddle stitched and burnished by hand. Our stock of leathers are sourced from the finest tanneries around the world. We use full grain leathers which shows its natural qualities and will have subtle differences between every hide. The combination of these processes results in a unique feeling between every product.