Seidel 1964 Tan Roughout

The leather maintains the core characteristics of 1964 Roughout, including seven to eight ounce thickness and heavy oil infusion through hot-stuffing. The tan color variant was added to the 1964 product line following the initial brown release in 2021.

1964 Tan presents a slightly darker, more beige appearance compared to standard tan leather finishes. The color falls within the light tan to beige range characteristic of chrome-tanned steerhide. Chrome tanning produces earthy tones including brown, beige, and tan colors through the tanning process.

The roughout construction exposes the flesh side of the leather, which displays the tan coloration with a napped texture. The color appears consistent across the napped surface, though natural variations occur due to the leather's full-grain construction.

The tan color demonstrates strong patina development potential within the 1964 leather family. The lighter initial shade allows for visible darkening over time, creating a distinct visual evolution. The leather transitions from light tan toward medium brown as it ages, with the color deepening through exposure to oils, dirt, and environmental elements.

Areas of the leather that experience more movement and stress, particularly the toe and heel sections, darken at a faster rate than less active areas. This differential aging creates tonal variation across the leather surface, potentially producing a two-tone appearance. The napped roughout texture naturally accumulates patina through scratches, stress lines, and creasing patterns based on specific wear conditions.

Conditioning treatments applied to the leather accelerate the darkening process. The leather's heavy oil content from hot-stuffing contributes to ongoing color development throughout its lifespan.

1964 Tan Roughout maintains the technical specifications established for the broader 1964 Roughout line. The leather measures seven to eight ounces in thickness, approximately 3 millimeters. Chrome tanning produces a soft, flexible material with high tensile strength and water resistance properties. The hot-stuffing process infuses the leather with oils and waxes, creating a softer temper that facilitates break-in while maintaining durability.

The roughout finish exposes the flesh side of full-grain leather, creating a napped surface texture more irregular and coarse than sanded suede. The construction retains the top grain layer on the interior, combining the textured feel of suede with the structural resilience of full-grain leather. The exposed flesh side is treated with oils and waxes during finishing.