Water Buffalo Facts

  • Water buffalo leather has a unique fiber structure that is densely packed and interwoven, creating a tight and strong structure.
  • The leather has a thick grain layer that provides further strength and resilience.
  • Water buffalo leather is thicker and heavier than cowhide leather, which gives it added durability and resistance to wear and tear.
  • The leather has a natural grain pattern that varies from hide to hide, making each piece of leather unique.
  • Water buffalo leather is treated with tannins, which are natural compounds that help to preserve the leather and make it more resistant to water, rot, and insects.
  • The tanning process also gives the leather its characteristic rich color and suppleness.