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Handcrafted using 500-year-old techniques perfected in our Gowanus workshop
Unlike mass-produced chrome-tanned leather (processed in 1 day using harsh chemicals), our vegetable-tanned hides spend4-6 weekssoaking in oak bark and mimosa extracts from sustainable forests in Pennsylvania.
Unlike mass-produced chrome-tanned leather (processed in 1 day using harsh chemicals), our vegetable-tanned hides spend4-6 weekssoaking in oak bark and mimosa extracts from sustainable forests in Pennsylvania.
Natural tannins create interlocking collagen fibers that resist tearing
Minor scratches blend into the leather's evolving story
Chrome-tanned leather cracks when synthetics degrade after 5-7 years
| FEATURE | BKLN VEG-TANNED | MASS-PRODUCED |
|---|---|---|
| Tanning Time | 4-6 weeks | 1-2 days |
| Materials | Oak bark, chestnut, water | Chromium salts, formaldehyde |
| Aging | Gains character (20+ years) | Cracks/peels (5-7 years) |
| Environmental Impact | Biodegradable, non-toxic | Toxic wastewater |
Vegetable-tanned leather requires simple but intentional care. Our Brooklyn workshop includes a free care kit with every order:
Vegetable-tanned leather requires simple but intentional care. Our Brooklyn workshop includes a free care kit with every order:
