Authentic Tail Gator Alligator Embossed Cowhide Hides & 12x12 Panels

This premium top-grain cowhide leather features an intricately detailed, uniform alligator tail embossing that masterfully replicates the symmetric, repeating scale layout found on luxury exotic reptile tails. Meticulously finished by our 4th-generation tanning family using classic hand-rubbed aniline dyes and our signature natural dull wax topcoat, this leather showcases incredible color depth. At the final stage, it is washed to semi-shrink the texture, achieving a highly authentic crocodile and alligator tail appearance paired with a soft-to-medium temper.

Please note: Because of our traditional hand-dyed aniline finishing methods, premium wax treatments, and final washing processes to semi-shrink the texture, colors will naturally vary from skin to skin, making every single half hide and 12"x12" pre-cut panel completely unique.

Our 12"x12" pre-cut craft panels are cleanly cut to size and absolutely perfect for custom western wallets, detailed cardholders, rugged notebook covers, distinct hat patches, and vibrant bag accents. For larger production runs, our premium side hides offer exceptional cutting yields with zero minimum order rules.

PRODUCT DETAILS & SPECIFICATIONS:
• Leather Texture: Uniform Alligator & Crocodile Tail Pattern Stamping (Washed & Shrunken)
• Top Finish: Signature Natural Dull Wax Top Finish & Hand-Rubbed Aniline Dyes
• Species: Cowhide (Bovine) Top Grain
• Hide Shape: Half Hide (Side Leather)
• Available Formats: 12"x12" Pre-Cut Retail Panels & Full Half Hides
• Hide Size: 20-25 SQFT
• Hide Thickness (Weight): 1.1/1.3mm (2.5-3.0 oz)
• Crust Dyed Through: Aniline Drum Dyed Through Crust
• Temper: Soft to Medium
• Tannage: Semi-Vegetable / Chrome Tanned Blend
• Application: Handbag, small leather goods, footwear, belting, garments, chaps, and upholstery
• Shipping Weight: 7 LBS (for full hide)