As is logical, all the types of leather that we will see below come from animals. The skins of these animals are different from each other, so the choice of one or the other will depend on the use to which they are going to be put.
These skins require a long and careful process to finally turn them into a material that can be used in the manufacture of bags, accessories and fashion in general.
Below, we will review the types of leather that exist depending on the animal from which the skin is extracted. Don't miss it!
Cattle or bovine.
This type of leather is the most used and the most interesting material in the manufacture of handbags due to its high quality and versatility, making it a perfect material for creative works.
Bovine leather is a flexible, compact and rigid material, which is precisely what determines its hardness and resistance.
In addition, these types of leather may have scratches, holes or grooves and are soft and pleasant to the touch.
During the process of converting the material into tanned leather, only the skins with the highest thickness and fit are chosen to ensure that the final product is excellent.
Types of leather: Goats
Goatskin is characterized mainly by its resistance, even though it is one of the finest skins, it is very flexible and compact.
These types of leather are used in the manufacture of high-end products due to their low thickness.
The highest quality, most valuable and finest leather is obtained from the youngest animals.
Sheep
Sheep are usually bred for wool production, but it is not very common to breed sheep exclusively for fur production.
But we find a curious fact, there is an indirect relationship between the quality of the wool and the quality of its skin. That is to say, the worse the quality of the wool, the better the quality of the skin obtained.
In the case of sheep, young animals are normally used for leather goods.
These types of leather are thin, supple and usually have a slightly pinkish color.
Calf
The calf is the offspring of the cow and, as usual, the best quality skin comes from the youngest animals.
Normally, calves are considered calves when they are under (or just over) two years of age.
What differentiates it from other types of bovine hides is that its grain has a finer structure.
Pigs
It is a leather that is widely used for leather garments and has a very soft feel to the touch.
It is a highly resistant and durable material and tends to be a rigid and strong leather.
All types of leather in TL San Martin, manufacturers and distributors
TL San Martín has been in the tanned leather sector for more than 25 years. The types of leather obtained in our factories are very varied and have a superior quality.
We always strive to offer our customers the latest trends in the fashion industry and we are able to deliver the product in a very short time anywhere in the world.