full-grain

[ fool-greyn ]

adjective

1. (of leather) having the original grain surface intact.

Example Sentences

Dbrand says that these leather skins are made from full-grain cow leather, and they’re less than 0.5mm thick — though it will feel a bit thicker than your average adhesive skin.

From The Verge

It was an announcement that sparked the Schneiders’ brand to create its Crossover Longwing, a hybrid shoe with an upper made from full-grain Italian leather and contrasted with a white, high-density outsole.

From Los Angeles Times

It was an announcement that sparked the Schneiders’ brand to create its Crossover Longwing, a hybrid shoe with an upper made from full-grain Italian leather and contrasted with a white, high-density outsole.

From Los Angeles Times

It's made with full-grain pebbled leather, is water repellent and has a ton of cushioning built in.

From Golf Digest

Designed with soft, full-grain leather that is waterproof, these shoes from FootJoy will keep you looking good through every element.

From Golf Digest