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Leather is a natural product and dye lots vary — order samples first to confirm color and hand, or call us at 336-887-3101 with any questions before you buy.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA note on natural leather:\u003c\/em\u003e Leather is a natural product — every hide carries its own grain, markings, and character, and no two hides are identical. Dye lots can vary from hide to hide, and screen settings shift how colors render on your monitor. Hide sizes vary within the listed range. 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