Ostrich leather advice and help

Ostrich leather value is determined mostly by subjective characteristics. These characteristics are where profits are either made or lost. To supply a consistent product in an adverse supply environment it is difficult/vital to maintain client satisfaction. Deviation from original agreed supply specifications can result in deterioration in client relationship.

It is important that a clear understanding of the following required characteristics is defined before attaining agreement and price:

= Ostrich quill: pattern, size, definition, width, body density, potential, zones
= Ostrich skin: size, shape, quill:smooth ratio, thickness
= Ostrich skin defect: shape, size, position , active/passive
= Ostrich skin batch: type, weight, grade/quill/size range
= Ostrich skin grade: allocation type, ratios
= Market requirements: vamp placement, cutting value
= Color: max/min, off colors, pigment tolerance,

Feel free to contact Tim for information on ostrich leather.