About
Sign is a colorway of Kudu Classic leather produced by English tannery Charles F. Stead. This color represents one of the available finishes for the Kudu Classic line, maintaining the leather's characteristic gloss appearance while showcasing the natural marks and grain structure inherent to kudu antelope hide.
About
Sign is a colorway of Kudu Classic leather produced by English tannery Charles F. Stead. This color represents one of the available finishes for the Kudu Classic line, maintaining the leather's characteristic gloss appearance while showcasing the natural marks and grain structure inherent to kudu antelope hide.
Kudu Classic in Sign provides heritage footwear makers with a formal alternative to the more casual waxed kudu finishes, suitable for dress boots and refined country styles. The leather's finish complements its natural scarring and pebbled texture, characteristics that become more pronounced as the material ages and develops wear patterns.
Specifications
Sign Kudu Classic maintains the standard specifications of the Kudu Classic line. The leather has a weight of 4.5-5.5 oz (1.8-2.2 mm) and an average skin size of 13-15 square feet, with thickness ranging from 1.6-2.2 mm. The material readily burnishes, allowing the color to develop depth and variation with use.
Appearance and Finish
The Sign colorway features a classic gloss finish rather than the matte appearance of waxed kudu variants. The leather displays pronounced grain that enhances the formal character of the finish while preserving the natural marks and scratches characteristic of wild antelope hide. This combination of refined gloss surface and authentic natural markings creates a distinctive appearance that balances formality with rugged heritage character.
References
"C.F. Stead Kudu Classic Leather". The Tannery Row. Retrieved October 2, 2025.
"Classic Kudu". Charles F Stead and Co Ltd. Retrieved October 2, 2025.
"Kudu Collection". Tricker's. Retrieved October 2, 2025.
