Gelato Smooth Matte Dull-Shine Nappa Leather Hides & 12x12 Panels

This premium cowhide leather features an ultra-supple, smooth Nappa base engineered with a specialized super dull-shine matte finish. By eliminating standard high-gloss coatings, this unique matte application highlights the leather's natural, clean grain and delivers a modern, understated luxury look with an incredibly silky, velvety hand. Expertly finished by our 4th-generation tanning family using clean hand-applied aniline dyes, it balances a glove-soft flexibility with durable commercial strength.

Please note: Because of our traditional drum-dyeing methods, natural hand-finished processes, and unique low-shine matte treatments, 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 luxury wallets, supple cardholders, sleek cosmetic bags, watch straps, and premium lining for high-end accessories. For larger production runs, our full hides offer premium cutting yields with zero minimum order rules.

PRODUCT DETAILS & SPECIFICATIONS:
• Leather Texture: Sleek, Smooth Nappa Finish with Super Dull Matte Sheen
• Finishing Process: Advanced Low-Reflection Matte Application
• Species: Cowhide (Bovine) Top Grain Nappa
• Hide Shape: Side Leather (Half Hide)
• 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
• Top Finish: Aniline / Matte Dull Finish
• Temper: Very Soft, Supple, and Flexible
• Tannage: Chrome Tanned
• Application: Luxury handbags, small leather goods, high-end lining, garments, and premium upholstery
• Shipping Weight: 7 LBS (for full hide)