ABOUT US

Saddleman's of Santa Fe was established in 1992 specializing only in the finest quality hides and accessories available. As a result of experience and standards in quality, Saddleman's of Santa Fe is regarded in the industry as the leader in cowhide rugs and accessories.

What makes Saddleman's of Santa Fe different?

Reliability is key in the hair on hide business.  Our clients know that they can rely on us to supply the color categories ordered in a timely manner.  Our extensive inventory allows this.  Our company hand selects each cowhide we stock by picking them in person from our select Brazilian tanneries. We offer the widest selection of colors and sizes in the market.

Customer service is our primary goal.  Our employees are on hand during regular business hours Monday through Friday and may be contacted by e-mail, fax, and phone to assist with your needs. 

All merchandise shipped by Saddleman's of Santa Fe will have a Saddleman's of Santa Fe tag insuring your customers the quality of the cowhide they are purchasing.  Each tag includes an item number for ease of inventory control as well as care instructions for your customers.

How to tell the difference between a quality tanned cowhide… and inferior cowhides.

A cowhide that has been tanned properly – and there are many that aren’t – will not shed under normal wear.  It has a clean sheen, and is tanned with a chromium process that provides suppleness and longevity underfoot.

An inferior cowhide will often have a chemical odor, is stiffer, has a duller coat, and often has an asymmetrical shape.

At Saddleman’s of Santa Fe, we stock only hand-picked, chromium-tanned hides from the most reputable tanneries in Brazil.  These tanneries take great pride in their skill and craftsmanship, and have invested great care in producing only the finest cowhides.

Using chromium tanning to create a superior cowhide is an expensive process; there’s no way of getting around it.  So if you are offered a deal on inexpensive cowhides, beware: they were produced with an inferior tanning process, and in time, your customers will know the difference.

Why does Brazil produce the best cowhides?

We choose to only stock Brazilian hides because of the superior tanning process and color selection. For generations the Brazilians have been producing cowhides. We are confident that the tanneries we are associated with produce the highest quality cowhides available in the market today, providing you with a soft, supple hide that will retain its' appearance for years to come.

You will not find Argentine or other inferior hides in our inventory.  We assure only the finest quality for your customers.

Do you sell to Wholesale customers?

Yes. Saddleman's of Santa Fe is wholesale to the trade only.  All retail inquiries are directed to the nearest existing Saddleman's of Santa Fe wholesale client.  Simply fill out our online account application. Pending verification, new accounts can order goods within 1 business day.

Yes.  We can offer services ranging from standard parcel orders from the United States to full containers overseas direct from Brazil.  If you are interested in distributing Brazilian cowhides and accessories in your country don't hesitate to contact us.

Yes.  If you are utilizing cowhides for your products we can assist you with acquiring the finest hides.  Please contact us regarding large volume orders for accurate lead times on production and importation.

No.  We no longer sell our merchandise to retail clients.  We do, however, refer our retail inquiries to our existing clientele.  If you are interested in purchasing one of our hides don't hesitate to contact us and we will be happy to find our product at a location near you.

How are cowhides measured?

Saddleman's of Santa Fe cowhides are measured from the hindquarters to the nape of the neck.

Sizes:
Medium: 28-35 Sq. Ft. or 6' x 6'
Large: 36-42 Sq. Ft. or 6.5' x 7'
X Large: 43-47 Sq. Ft. or 6.5' x 7'

We stock larger hides in all color categories upon availability. Some hides can jump to XXXXXL. If you are in the market for a giant cowhide, please contact us.

For special projects can you request multiple hides that are matching?

We are happy to assist you with your special request. Simply contact us by e-mail. We match hides for clients on a regular basis. If we cannot locate the perfect match you can place a special order with a 50% deposit. Delivery can take from 6-8 weeks on select orders.

Are cowhides easy to care for?

Generally used as a rug, a cowhide will give years of beauty and durability with minimal care. With light wear you can shake out the hide to remove dust or simply vacuum as you would any other rug without the brushes running.
The hide's natural oils resist staining, just wipe up any spills. If a stain should occur, use mild soap, warm water and a soft brush and rub with the grain of the hair. We recommend rotating your hide every 3 months in high traffic areas and not placing your cowhide in direct sunlight.