ALL ABOUT HERMANN OAK

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Since 1881, Hermann Oak has been vegetable tanning Full-Grain leather in St. Louis Missouri, U.S.A. The company prides itself on its slow and careful tanning process. A process that produces the finest Full-Grain stamping and tooling leather in the world. The Hermann Oak name has become synonymous with high quality worldwide.

So, what makes Hermann Oak a cut above the rest? The answer starts with American raised Cattle and the tanning process. Notably, Hermann Oak vegetable tans its leather using a centuries-old process called Traditional Tanning. The coloring is natural, made from tree bark. Traditional Tanning works like a wood stain, preserving the natural look of the leather while adding depth to the color. Veg tan allows a leather crafter to do much more than chrome tanned leather. From tooling and stamping to molding, burnishing and patina, there are a variety of options.

This time-honored method is especially great because of its influence on quality. While this process is labor intensive and more expensive than other tanning methods, it produces leather that is dense, sturdy and holds its shape. While leather comes in many different grades, the quality is all about the quality hides and the tanning process. Hermann Oak's use of the pressed-yard traditional tanning method makes the quality of all of its pieces exactly the same.

Hermann Oak's commitment to quality is exactly what has made it a household name for over a century! Our business uses exclusively Hermann Oak leather because of its reliability and reputation We are proud to say we use only Hermann Oak Leather!