Craig B.  had this to say:

> Australian pouch leather is better because the density of the leather
> is greatest close to the epidermis.  Sheep leather is relatively porous
> where you want it to be strongest and tightest.  You are therefore able
> to tan and sand the skin of Kangaroo much thinner without voids and
> tearing, and so, make beautiful, soft, super-tough skins which are
> perfect for pouch leather (and smells so good, too).

    I can certainly say that this kangaroo pouch leather is good.  Being
from Oz myself I have already used it to replace the pouches in my upright
Ampico with excellent results.  The repetition is brilliant, and I've even
found it easier to use than the conventional sheepskin leather.  It still
isn't completely airtight and does still requires sealing, but I feel it
will be more durable.

Michael

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