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The Science of Ostrich Quill

The quill is what makes ostrich leather unique. Like the studs on jeans, the quill when tanned enhances the strength of the leather. This is how Ostrich Leather has become one of most durable leathers available.

The quill characteristics and pattern requirements is different for handbags, shoes, accessories, automotive and jewelry.

The photo's below show the different quill size and definition on ostrich leather. It is possible that all three types of the below quills can be found on the same ostrich hide.

  

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Ostrich Emporium South Africa
Port Elizabeth
South Africa
[ Tel ] 27 (0) 41.5812148
[ Fax ] 27 (0) 41.5813933

[ URL ] www.ostrichemporium.com
[ email ] emporium@mweb.co.za