Merlot Horween Cavalier Leather 4-5oz Panels

Merlot Horween Cavalier Leather – 4-5oz Panels.

Add rich color and legendary American craftsmanship to your next project with these premium Horween Cavalier Leather Panels in Merlot. Tanned by the renowned Horween Leather Company in Chicago, Cavalier is a close cousin to Chromexcel—offering the same luxurious pull-up character, deep saturation, and supple feel with a slightly softer temper. The Merlot color is a bold, sophisticated burgundy with depth and natural tonal variation, making it an excellent choice for elevated leather goods.

These 4-5oz panels (approx. 1.6–2.0mm thick) are pre-cut into manageable sizes, ideal for crafters, small-batch makers, and anyone looking to work with top-tier leather without purchasing a full hide.

Available Sizes:

• 11" x 14" (approx. 1.07 sq. ft.).
• 12" x 24" (approx. 2 sq. ft.).

These panel sizes are perfect for wallets, small bags, notebook covers, key trays, and other refined accessories.

Features:

• Type: Horween Cavalier Leather (pull-up, full grain).
• Tannery: Horween Leather Co., USA.
• Color: Merlot (deep burgundy with pull-up highlights).
• Weight: 4–5oz (1.6–2.0mm).
• Finish: Waxy, with a rich aniline surface that develops patina.
• Temper: Medium-soft with some structure—easy to fold and form.
• Cut: Precision-cut panels for convenience and waste reduction.
• Origin: Made in the USA.

Why Choose Horween Cavalier in Merlot?

Cavalier leather is known for its vibrant dye penetration and signature pull-up effect. The Merlot hue delivers an elegant and eye-catching finish that enhances with age and use. Whether you're crafting luxury accessories or everyday carry items, these panels provide a perfect combination of aesthetics, workability, and premium heritage.

Each panel may feature natural marks, scars, or variation in grain—hallmarks of truly authentic full grain leather.

Ideal For:

• Wallets & card holders.
• Watch straps.
• Small bags & clutches.
• Notebooks, journals, & folios.
• Leather inlays & accents.
• Crafting and prototyping.

Bring a touch of Horween’s legacy and deep American color to your workshop with these Merlot Cavalier leather panels—cut for convenience, built for beauty, and destined to impress.