Basketball Pebble Embossed Cowhide Leather Hides & 12x12 Panels

This premium top-grain cowhide leather features an intricately detailed, uniform small bumpy pebble embossing that masterfully replicates the signature gripping texture found on traditional professional basketballs. Meticulously engineered by our 4th-generation tanning family, it features an aniline drum-dyed base crust. The raised pebbled surface is then masterfully hand-tipped with a rich top color finish to deliver a high-end, sophisticated shine. This specialized artisan process offers an elite, high-grip designer aesthetic paired with excellent bovine cutting yields for custom heritage gear.

Please note: Because of our traditional drum-dyeing methods, natural hand-tipped color applications, and final surface finishing, 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 sporty wallets, unique watch bands, detailed cardholders, rustic notebook covers, distinct hat patches, and premium bag accents. For larger production runs, our full half hides offer premium cutting yields with zero minimum order rules.

PRODUCT DETAILS & SPECIFICATIONS:
• Leather Texture: Uniform Small Bumpy Basketball Pebble Stamping
• Manufacturing Process: Premium Pattern Stamped Embossing
• Color Finishing: High-Contrast Hand-Tipped Top Finish with a Sophisticated Shine
• 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): 1.1/1.3 mm (2.5-3.0 oz)
• Crust Dyed Through: Aniline Drum Dyed Through Crust
• Temper: Soft to Medium Pliable Hand
• Tannage: Premium Chrome Tanned
• Application: Handbag, small leather goods, sports-themed accessories, footwear, belting, and upholstery
• Shipping Weight: 7 LBS (for full hide)