The Modern Saddle | Volume 3

F O R YOU R R E F E R E N C E

Types of Leather

F O R YOU R R E F E R E N C E

Wood Grain Comparison

TYPE

PURE ANILINE

PIGMENTED

NUBUCK/SUEDE

ANILINE PLUS

SEMI-ANILINE

• The most natural • Aniline dyed

• Least natural • Aniline dyed • Protective coating • Most markings are masked

• Natural • Aniline dyed • Clean hides typically used no protective coating • Some markings visible

• Natural aesthetic • Aniline dyed • Best hides are used

• Somewhat natural • Aniline dyed

CHARACTERISTICS

• Best hides are utilized • No protective coating • Natural markings visible

• More natural/translucent protective coating added • Natural markings may be visible

• Clear natural waxes and oils are applied offering a layer of protection • Natural markings visible

• Will scratch • Luxurious hand • Will patina

• Tracking effect is inherent

• Will scratch • Luxurious hand • Will patina

FEATURES

• Will not scratch • Uniform color • Easiest to clean

• Should not scratch • Uniform color • Easy to clean

CARE

Can be spot cleaned with damp white cloth

Mild cleaners can be used

Clean by vacuum and/or brush

Can be cleaned with mild soap/water solution

Can be cleaned with mild soap/water solution

EXAMPLES

Aspen Boheme Valhalla

Burnham Cottswald Dauphine Ragtime Satin Suede Storm

Absolute Barrington Brighton Brompton Captain’s Choice Couture Calf Diablo Domaine

Holland Papillon Roger Thomas Tipped items Portmanteau Shagreen

Aviation leathers Carlyle Deer Run Dresden Eden Palazzo Raven Stone Mountain Tribeca

Doral Echo Equestrian Harness Kipling Mont Blanc Notting Hill Terra Saddlehorn Seville Valdesa

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