What Is Crazy Horse Leather?
The name could be a bit misleading and people often assume that this kind of leather has something to do with horses or their skin. That’s crazy and not true. Crazy Horse Leather is actually the finishing that’s done after the leather has been buffed, sanded, and even tanned. It’s a type of leather just like chrome or vegetable tanned and can safely be declared as one of the most common and adored types. It is guaranteed to withstand years of use and sometimes abuse. Full-grain cow leather is the most durable leather which is why the manufacturers use this to come up with products that are crafted from crazy horse leather. Let’s learn more about how this leather is manufactured and why it is so dear to every leather.
How Is Horse Leather Made?
Natural and 100% real full-grain cowhide of the best quality and grade is used in the making of crazy horse leather. The rawhide is treated by applying oils and waxes to the surface that has already been polished, buffed, and little to soften it. Each and every step is crucial to establish the right foundation to provide particular qualities and characteristics to the leather that are totally different from all other types. The whole procedure leads to creating friction in the treated area causing a pleasant change in the color and hue.
The process is so intense and complex that only highly trained professionals can pull it through. By the end, the leather fibers are supposed to have a certain shine that is eye-catching but not too bright. The best part is that all the imperfections such as scratches, marks, uneven tone, and wrinkles suddenly become the highlight and start to give the leather a special kind of vintage and timeless rustic look.
Is Horsehide Better Than Cowhide?
When talking about crazy horse leather, some questions always pop up i.e. “what does a horse have to do with the crazy horse leather?” “Is horsehide better than cowhide?”
Well, firstly, crazy horse leather has nothing to do with horses or horsehide. And there is no comparison between the two because horsehide is not commonly used or manufactured. Horse leather is rigid and much stiffer as compared to cowhide which makes it unfit for clothing. Cowhide, on the other hand, is durable, flexible, soft, and comfortable to wear which explains the reason behind its popularity.
What Makes Crazy Horse Leather So Special?
There is no leather better than the crazy horse leather and that’s what makes it special. Wrinkles and scratches on the natural full-grain leather bring out the gorgeous shine and texture with the help of wax treatment. Can you think of anything else that looks better with all the irregularities instead of perfection? Not really, right?
What’s even more special is that each item i.e. jacket or bag made out of crazy horse leather is unique because no two hides can be similar. So if you want your accessories to be the state of the art, single piece in the whole world, you know what you have to do, don't you?
How Do You Maintain Crazy Horse Leather?
You should take care of your crazy horse leather accessories pretty much like all other leather items. Just try and be extra careful with it though, because the wax treatment might not be compatible with the natural ingredients you may use to remove stains etc.
Use the cleaning products that are specifically made for leather cleaning and don't forget to do a patch test before applying something all over your jacket or bag. To keep your leather soft and maintain the texture, apply leather moisturizer and conditioner once in a while.
While cleaning, always be gentle
