NIAGARA backrest leather strap - Radermecker - 35mm - CHOCOLATE - Thickness 3.8mm -200cm

VEGETABLE TANNED LEATHER STRAP

This chocolate-colored backstrap is made from NIAGARA leather from the Radermecker tannery. Niagara saddle leather is a 100% natural, full-grain, unpressed, uncorrected leather with smooth grain and flesh. This premium leather is thoroughly nourished in a tallow bath, a historic skill of the Radermecker tannery.
It is ideal for making saddlery pieces, large belts, riding accessories, etc.

Animal: Bovine
Tanning: Vegetable
Range: Horse Riding - Niagara
Color: Chocolate
Finish: Aniline and tallow
Grain: Smooth
Width: 35 mm
Thickness: Between 3.5 and 4 mm
Origin: Belgium - Radermecker Tannery

Since this strap is made of unpressed, uncorrected full-grain leather, slight signs of animal life may be apparent and are not considered defects. They contribute to the authentic appearance of the leather.

The back is a leather made up of the collar and the butt, which allows for long strap lengths. (see diagram)

Niagara leather is nourished by immersing it in a vat of tallow (a mixture of paraffin and beef fat), and is called "tallow leather." This tallow bath gives the leather better water resistance, nourishes it over a long period, and makes it easier to cut and work. Tallow leather is recommended for outdoor use.

Tallow allows for maintenance-free leather, as the fat is constantly applied to the surface of the leather, giving it the necessary nourishment and an excellent patina. Thanks to this nourishment, Niagara saddle leather has advanced resistance to outdoor use; it will reject any external disturbance (water/saline environment). This saddle leather is therefore suitable for intensive use and wear, such as in the equestrian sector. The aniline finish allows the dyed leather to retain its natural appearance.

Uses of the stained Niagara backrest leather strap:
The Niagara dosset dyed leather strap can be used in leather goods, especially when you need long lengths of leather: belts, bag handles, bracelets, watch straps, dog and cat collars, etc.
It is the most popular leather for making belts thanks to its natural finish, its resistance to elongation and its nourishment allowing it to guarantee a long lifespan.
It can also be used for harness parts: halters, bridles, harnesses, bridle reins, headstalls, cheekpieces, browbands, nosebands, lunges, throat latches, and girths.
The edges of Niagara saddle leather can be finished with edge dye.
Embossing our Niagara leather is not recommended, as with its nourishment in a grease bath, the leather will regain its natural thickness, and the embossed patterns will fade over time.

Care instructions for dyed Niagara dosset leather straps:
For the maintenance of Niagara saddle leather, thanks to the suet bath nourishment, the fat is impregnated throughout the entire thickness of the Niagara saddle leather, so there is no need for nourishment over time. Nourishment can be applied to the grain to ensure its greasy appearance or accelerate the patina of the leather. This care of the grain ensures a longer lifespan. Our Niagara saddle leather will resist humidity. Simply let it dry at room temperature to regain its appearance. Due to its suet bath nourishment (fats), on temperature shocks, a whitish film of rising paraffin may form. Simply rub it to make it disappear.

For more information, see the technical sheet .

Non-contractual photograph for length and width.