Top Grain Leather

Very strong square-cut (top grain) leather strap that is suitable for little dog belts and collars or is used as a tying or decorative element. It is also used for haberdashery (laces, purses, necklaces), historical clothing or armory. The leather is beautifully smooth and does not fray. It is the second-highest grade or quality of leather on the list. The top layer of the leather is split away, leaving no visible scars on the surface of the leather. The leather is thin and more flexible than full grain leather and has a high stain resistance.

What makes top grain leather different

Top grain is the second-highest leather grade: the outermost layer is split away, leaving a smooth surface with no visible scarring. That makes it thinner and more flexible than full grain leather, with better stain resistance, a good balance of strength and workability for smaller straps and decorative pieces.