6 Inch Leather Punching Cutting Pad

Leather Punching & Cutting Pad.

6" x 6" x 12mm Protective Work Surface for Leathercraft.

The 6" x 6" x 12mm Leather Punching & Cutting Pad is a must-have bench accessory for any leatherworker who values precision, tool longevity, and a clean workspace. Designed to absorb impact and protect both your tools and your table, this durable cutting pad provides a stable, forgiving surface for all your punching, cutting, and stamping needs.

Crafted from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) or a similar durable thermoplastic material, this pad is engineered to withstand repeated use without cracking, chipping, or degrading. Its self-healing surface helps maintain a smooth and level work area, reducing wear on chisels, rotary punches, and utility blades. The pad minimizes bounce-back and distributes pressure evenly, ensuring cleaner holes, straighter cuts, and more controlled impressions.

Measuring 6 inches by 6 inches with a 12mm thickness, this compact pad is ideal for small to medium projects—such as wallets, belts, watch straps, keychains, and sheaths. Its square shape makes it easy to align with rulers and templates, and its size fits comfortably on most workbenches, making it a perfect choice for home studios, mobile toolkits, or professional workshops.

Key Uses:

• Punching holes with stitching chisels, drive punches, or rotary punches.
• Cutting leather using straight blades, craft knives, or rotary cutters.
• Setting rivets, snaps, and hardware with minimal surface shock.
• Stamping patterns or carving lines without damaging your table.
• Protecting blades and worktops from impact and over-cutting.

Product Specifications:

• Dimensions: 6" x 6" (150mm x 150mm).
• Thickness: 12mm (~½ inch).
• Material: Dense polyethylene or comparable thermoplastic.
• Color: White, off-white, or translucent (may vary).
• Features: Self-healing, non-slip, easy to clean.
• Compatibility: Works with knives, chisels, awls, stamps, and mallets.

Why Use a Cutting Pad in Leatherworking?
Unlike wooden or metal surfaces, a proper cutting pad protects your tools by absorbing impact and reducing friction. It also protects your work surface from repeated tool strikes and blade cuts. The 12mm thickness offers excellent shock absorption while still providing a firm base for detailed work. Whether you're punching stitch holes or trimming edges, this pad ensures better results and longer-lasting tools.

Durable, compact, and essential, the Leather Punching & Cutting Pad – 6" x 6" x 12mm is a simple investment that improves your workflow and protects your tools.