About
Black Regency Calf is a color variant of Regency Calf leather produced by Charles F. Stead. This fully aniline leather combines selected premium French calf skins with hand-antiquing and a natural wax finish, offering the technical characteristics of Regency Calf in a black colorway.
About
Black Regency Calf is a color variant of Regency Calf leather produced by Charles F. Stead. This fully aniline leather combines selected premium French calf skins with hand-antiquing and a natural wax finish, offering the technical characteristics of Regency Calf in a black colorway.
Specifications
Black Regency Calf shares the core specifications of the Regency Calf line. The leather weighs 3.5-4.5 oz (1.4-1.8 mm) with hide sizes ranging from 16-18 square feet.[1] The material is fully aniline with a rich, deep pull-up effect characteristic of the Regency Calf range.[2]
Finishing Process
The leather undergoes hand-antiquing to create depth of character before receiving a natural wax finish.[1] Heavy plating creates the smooth grain aspect found across all Regency Calf variants.[2] This finishing process remains consistent across color options while allowing each colorway its distinctive appearance.
Applications
Black Regency Calf is suitable for footwear and leather goods applications.[2] The leather has been used by premium bootmakers including Viberg, which has manufactured Derby Shoes in this material.[3]
References
"Regency Calf". Charles F Stead. Retrieved September 30, 2025.
"C.F. Stead Regency Calf Leather". The Tannery Row. Retrieved September 30, 2025.
"Viberg Derby Shoe in C.F. Stead Black Regency Calf". Patina Project. Retrieved September 30, 2025.
