Our Bookcalf originates mainly from New Zealand and Scandinavia. The skins are vegetable tanned using Tara and/or Sumac. They are then aniline dyed and dried on our 'glass' drying machine to enhance the natural smoothness and beauty associated with this quality of leather. The surface is absorbent and lends itself well to additional dyeing by the user.
You can see examples of books bound in our Bookcalf in the 'Showcase' area of our web site.
Average Skin Size: 0.77 - 0.84m² (8¼ - 9ft²) - Faircalf are slightly smaller
Approx. Cut Size: 75 x 65cm
Standard Substance: 0.7mm
Colours available: 14 standard shades plus fair (undyed), wheat and R5 Dark Tan
Grades: I, II, and III.
Feel free to reach out to us at sales@hewit.com with any specific requests or needs you have for this leather - we're happy to help!
The service from Hewit’s is always speedy, personal and exactly what you would hope for.
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James H
Lovely leather
Gorgeous leather, excellent packing, and Hewit's second-to-none customer service.
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Christopher Coggins
Just right for my repair job
I ordered this book calf for the spine of a Bible I am repairing. The colour matches the website colour well and the leather is just right for this job.
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Donna F Starr
Great Product! Super fast service!
I am never disappointed when purchasing leather from Hewit. They have a superior product, especially their book calf. I have been a bookbinder for 30 years and have used no other calf but Hewit's. My clients would not be happy with anything else.
