What is Full Grain Leather? Full-grain, top-grain, and bonded leather explained

[@DaniOchannel]

Fair game indeed! Thank you, Tanner. The seller should of course correctly label the leather too. Some listings write the bag is made of “top grain, full grain, real leather and genuine leather” 😂😂😂

[@peachphs]

So true, its confusing. I was eyeing this bag in different colors, the beige color was labelled as cowhide and black color was labelled genuine leather..i cant find any info either on the exact type of leather they use

[@aslprobro]

Yes! I see that on Etsy all the time and I’m like that Oprah meme “so what’s the truth?” 🤔

[@DaniOchannel]

@@aslprobro exactly! I’ve been on Etsy since watching Tanner, looking for artisan products, feeling empowered with my new found knowledge… but, wait… not so fast ✋ 😂

[@gkr8961]

​@DaniOchannel I've got the same problem here ... I have just purchased à bag from Vonfrankonia they have written full grain leather togo leather and also geniune leather🤦‍♀️ I hope it is full grain cause 200euro for geniune is too much... By any chance do you have any name of sellers of good quality bags ? This will dedinitly help 😢

[@logustrate]

Years ago, I bought a wallet after looking for a handmade wallet from a solid maker. I recently discovered your work, and was so excited to learn more about leather and quality products, so I checked out your store. And lo and behold, it's Pegai! The same company i bought my wallet from. I've had my wallet for over 5 years now, it's holding up great with a nice patina. My only complaint? I'm in Canada, and the wallet is a little short for our "tall" money. Would love to have a Canada size option! Congrats on your channel and business

[@danieldumas7361]

This is why we like this guy and have subscribed. Thank's

[@katrinastuckey2102]

Thank you for the explanation. I am learning so much about leather quality from your channel. Thank you.

[@petitestylesbygem3058]

Thank you Tanner for explanatiom! Ive been waiting for more leather videos from you! So much information! ❤ More videos please!

[@MacBookAir-cu4fb]

Its really all about The last sentence. Nothing is wrong with bonded leather or genuine leather as long as customers Know what they buy. For example car leather on surfaces that you don’t touch but want them to look nice don’t have to be the top grain leather if you ask me.

[@shinp0pp0]

Very helpful! thanks for sharing your knowledge. Full grain leather product is quite hard to find than it should be, sadly.

[@coloryourday1014]

Love your channel and how you put together your contents. Very educational and clear! Thanks 🙏

[@Coxfame]

Thanks, man! I just learned a lot for this short video.

[@metanim1]

Thank you for such a succinct and clear description!

[@happysunshine5906]

Hope you make a video talking about nappa leather!

[@aleithiatoews6452]

Thank you for the straightforward and succinct answer!

[@kkingscott6383]

all these years i thought genuine leather was the best. 🤷🏽‍♀️ this is nice to know

[@randomchannel2780]

OMG, 0:58 is the answer i need, i always curious whether full grain or top grain is made by sanding, so there is indeed a splitting machine

[@gergemall]

Thank you Tanner Leatherstein. Great video.❤

[@aslprobro]

Simple. Straightforward. Good video. I’m never buying genuine leather again. 😂

[@peachphs]

Same, all this time i thought it was good enough, no wonder it felt cheap

[@aslprobro]

I feel like it’s a marketing ploy. Like the more you know, the better purchasing decisions you can make.

[@saltyjo7514]

Good simple and quick explanation

[@96rtdcdujvgh]

I’ve had the same leather belt for 30 years that’s seen a lot of use.It’s just a old navy leather belt.

[@parmoksha]

at 1:10 you said it is going to be top grain or full grain depending on it journey? can you please explain exact process that seperates them?

[@nelissapangan5785]

Thank you for educating us about leather. Appreciate it much. Where can we buy bags with full grain leather?

[@ericamartin7238]

Question: Is Box calfskin made from full grain leather or top leather? Or is Box calfskin completely different?

[@lindab8853]

Good explanation!

[@VesselaIgnatova]

Thank you, this is gold!

[@apuedc]

Would you make a video about English bridle leather? thank you

[@freetimephotographer]

So, what the difference between crazy horse leather and full grain leather? And which one is better and more durable? 🤔

[@joewger]

How is the split suede made into suede? Did I miss something?

[@JC-it9fs]

I heard in other youtube channel saying that Coach pebble leather/ soft pebble leather (like coach cary bag, cassie 19 etc) use 'split leather', I suppose it's like the 'top grain' leather with chemical added on top, just not sure about it. If its the case, it would be quite disappointing

[@danpost4755]

Great description! Thanks!

[@GeorgeLathem]

What about nubuk because I thought it was stronger than suede.

[@peachphs]

Loving these leather type comparisons and differences. I thought genuine leather was the real thing, thank goodness I came across your videos before I purchased it. I’d love to know what you think of Coccinelle products

[@MuhammadUmerToor]

Nah. Most of the time leather is already corrected to varying degree. See a shiny leather which is not cordovan (horse leather), it is bookbinder/polished/patented/corrected.

[@4378200]

Do a patent leather clip. Thanks

[@nataliebutler]

This get's confusing I think 'pebbled leather' the lower quality made to look like leather. But I was looking at an expensive bag where the sales assistant said they had 'brought out the grain'. What does that mean? It looked similar to pebbled.

[@normacornejo488]

Help please I have a $3,400 couch it’s full grain leather but I have a Dog and has scratch one spot and make some stains I need to know is those stains can came off or is permanent damage? If I can clean it what I can used.

[@Bonbonsito05]

What does it mean if it says “Two layer cowhide leather”? What is two layer?

[@DeliveredForever]

So heavy grain is what exactly…aka top grain too?

[@MeetMeOnTheMoon]

Wow wow wow. Your videos are amazing. Thank you so much for all you do.

[@Enjoylifeweonlygotone]

Thank you much appreciated ❤

[@Enjoylifeweonlygotone]

Just bought some +700$ full grain leather designer shoes for $100 :) happy holidays 🎉;❤

[@timelesscreations3330]

Hello sir, can you make a review of germany's braun buffel

[@sbimochan]

Why are they splitted and why top or full grain the most expensive?

[@tiff4053]

thanks! this is informative

[@muimui-gx]

What about embossed print leather?

[@franniet7382]

It’s expensive but I wish you can review an Hermes bag!!

[@samantarizzi248]

Love your channel!

[@ermvcorleone3069]

Nice Remarkanle. I just got mine

[@phxlkhen6326]

What is the eink tablet you used in the video?

[@miriamart9712]

Do you have a video that talks about saffiano leather? I understand that a lot of name brands are using this technique leather. Would you consider it good leather or just basic? Thanks

[@annieamilaness5044]

What would Metis leather be?

[@lauracorcoran3183]

I wish brands provided the grain information consistently. I know that genuine leather can also be used as a marketing term to qualify the product is made from leather (not synthetic products like PU) but doesn’t mean the type of grain (or that’s what I read). The buyer doesn’t really know what is referred by just seeing genuine leather if additional information is not provided. I have just started not buying it if I can’t find additional information on the type of grain (this is my rule for online purchases of leather products that I can’t feel, look closely at or smell). Also, some brands may give you info on the type of hide (like cow or sheep) but doesn’tz tell the buyer which grain was used. It can be very confusing.

[@wilsjane]

Rexine is cotton covered with PV.C. In the worse case, genuine leather can be leather that is only fit for cleaning the car covered with PVC

[@rodderickjames-bp5rp]

Thank you so much

[@disappearintothesea]

Thank you for educating us about leather

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍🤩💝🙏THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU. 💝

[@Elischarlot]

Thank you

[@UisT999]

solid thnx buddy

[@dancewithrara]

Hi Tanner, I badly need your help. I’m planning to buy a back pack, I just want to ask you if which leather material is better Bovine Leather or calf skin leather? Hope you could help me with this. Thank you

[@wilsjane]

Both are natural leathers. Calf skin may be slightly lighter to carry around, and ideal if you see your backpack as a fashion accessory. Bovine may be better if you do a lot of hiking and it is dragged around left on rough concrete floors. Unfortunately, all leather is about the quality of the original skin and how it is tanned and finished. Price can be a guide, as long as you are not paying for a fashion brand. Shopping online can also leave you open to misleading descriptions and poor quality. Sorry to sound so negative, but leather is one of the hardest things to shop for, unless you are lucky enough to have a local store with a good reputation..

[@adelaidagranada1315]

MERCI BEAUCOUP

[@gunmetal2445]

The Bottega Veneta thing is really shocking. Just disgraceful.

[@CathyOnCoach]

This is why Vintage Coach bags are great…they use Full Grain Leather

[@4378200]

Start with the animal first because I would like to know what parts are used when developing the by product for leather products

[@judybass6750]

Nothing is wasted - there are many allied industries that benefit from the tanning process including glues, make up etc

[@Mark___40c0]

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[@tommyluc9048]

perfecto!

[@Thedude763]

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[@01vichet]

Lolzz… I confuse terminology for my whole life. I keep explain my customer that my grain leather as genuine leather

[@Ishbikes]

So “genuine leather” is how they make replica Louie bags..

[@Indywidude]

Suede isn't that durable.

[@Eugensson]

"Genuin Leather" term is so deceiving!

[@betsybeth3819]

Thank you