Bend Leather
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Bend leather is the most valuable, hardest and most massive part of a cowhide, between one-fifth and one-third of an inch (5-8mm) thick, water and temperature resistant and easy to work, that has been softened and stored in the tanning pits for at least 15-18 months. it is used for the top sole and the heel (both the lifts and the top piece).