Italian Vachetta Rugine Vegetable-tanned Leather - First Grade - Full Grain - medium soft firm -2.0mm (5oz) - Full / half hide
$94.43 $125.91
Tuscan Vachetta Rugine: Where Heritage Meets Luxury | Premium Leather from Italy’s Leather Valley
Imagine running your fingers across leather that’s been crafted just like the finest Italian wines – with patience, tradition, and unmatched expertise. That’s exactly what you’ll experience with our Vachetta Rugine leather, born in the same Tuscan hills where leather crafting has been perfected for over 200 generations.
✨ The Magic in Your Hands:
Irresistibly soft touch that invites your creativity
Nature’s signature pebbled texture (on select hides)
Rich heritage of Tuscan vegetable tanning
Smooth, velvet-like flesh side that whispers quality
Each hide tells its own unique story through natural markings
🎨 What Makes This Leather Extraordinary: Every hide is carefully selected from the prestigious tanneries of Santa Croce sull’Arno – Italy’s legendary Leather Valley. Like a fine wine, this leather develops a beautiful patina over time, making each project uniquely yours.
🛠️ Artisan’s Details:
Origin: Santa Croce sull’Arno, Tuscany, Italy
Tanning: Traditional 40-day vegetable process
Grade: First grade premium selection
Thickness: ~2mm (5oz) – perfect for most projects
Softness: Pleasantly soft (2/5) for easy crafting
Sizes: Full Hide (1.4-1.6m²) or Half Hide (0.7-0.8m²)
✂️ Perfect For Your Next Masterpiece:
Timeless bags that age beautifully
Professional accessories that tell a story
Any project where edge burnishing is crucial
💝 Why Artisans Love It: “This leather feels alive in your hands. The natural pebbled texture adds character to every cut, while the smooth variants offer classic elegance. It’s like working with a piece of Tuscan history.”
🌿 Our Promise: Each hide is personally inspected to ensure it meets our rigorous standards. The traditional vegetable tanning process uses natural tannins from trees, making this an environmentally conscious choice for your premium projects.
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