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Leather weight in mm
- 2 oz0.8 mm
- 3 oz1.2 mm
- 4 oz1.6 mm
- 5 oz2.0 mm
- 6 oz2.4 mm
- 8 oz3.2 mm
- 10 oz4.0 mm
- 12 oz4.8 mm
1 oz of leather weight is 1/64 in, about 0.4 mm. Hides vary, so most are sold as a range like 4 to 5 oz.
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The best leather edge bevelers compared: single edgers and multi-size sets, which size fits which leather thickness, and what to check before you buy.
Best Leather Skiving Knives for Thin, Even Edges
Find the best skiving knives and safety skivers for leathercraft. Advice on blade styles, steel, and technique fit for thinning edges and folds at home.
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The best leather sewing awls compared: diamond-blade stitching awls, lockstitch tools, and haft quality picks for piercing clean holes in heavy hides.
Best Leather Conditioners to Restore and Protect Your Gear
Top leather conditioners compared for boots, bags, and veg-tan: which creams, balms, and oils restore suppleness without darkening or oversoftening leather.
Best Resolene and Acrylic Sealers for Dyed Leather
Resolene and rival acrylic leather sealers compared: dilution ratios, application methods, and durability tests for locking in dye without a plastic feel.
Best Veg Tan Leather for Tooling, Carving, and Home Leathercraft
Compare the best veg tan leather sides, shoulders, and panels for home leathercraft, with buying advice on weight, temper, grain quality, and finish.
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How to clean a leather couch safely: check the finish, vacuum, wipe with a mild solution, treat stains by type, then condition so the leather stays soft.
How to Fix Worn Leather: Scuffs, Faded Color, Dry Cracks and Peeling Edges
How to fix worn leather: clean it, restore moisture, recolor faded spots and repair scuffs, cracks and frayed edges on bags, belts, boots and wallets.
How to Remove Leather Dye From Leather
How to remove leather dye from leather: what alcohol, deglazer, acetone and oxalic acid really lift, how far a bad dye job can be lightened, and when to overdye.
How to Seal Leather: Choosing and Applying a Top Coat
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