For the leather I used Oiled Tanned Utility Hide. I actually did a lot of research on leather before making this decision. I love the look of the Latigo Leather Mikest chose but, wanted something a bit sturdier. Latigo leather contains acid which will gradually deteriorate the leather over time (about 100 years if well maintained) This leather uses a tanning process that is very similar to to process the Roman Legions used to construct tents and battlements in 400 b.c., some of which still survive today in museums and are in excellent condition, despite being nearly 2500 years old. Again, I wanted these goggle to still be around in 500 years. This leather will get darker and softer as it gradually accumulates oils over time. I'll probably put some mink oil on it to speed up the process and give them a more worn look.

For the leather I used Oiled Tanned Utility Hide. I actually did a lot of research on leather before making this decision. I love the look of the Latigo Leather Mikest chose but, wanted something a bit sturdier. Latigo leather contains acid which will gradually deteriorate the leather over time (about 100 years if well maintained) This leather uses a tanning process that is very similar to to process the Roman Legions used to construct tents and battlements in 400 b.c., some of which still survive today in museums and are in excellent condition, despite being nearly 2500 years old. Again, I wanted these goggle to still be around in 500 years. This leather will get darker and softer as it gradually accumulates oils over time. I'll probably put some mink oil on it to speed up the process and give them a more worn look.