Reference

Title

Scope

ASTM D2821

Standard Test Method for Measuring the Relative Stiffness of Leather by Means of a Torsional Wire Apparatus

This test method describes the use of a torsional apparatus for measuring the relative stiffness of gloving leathers.  This test method does not apply to wet blue.

Federal Test Method Std. No. 311 Method 4212

Torsion Wire Stiffness Measurement

This method is intended for determining stiffness of leather.

MIL-L-40051E

Leather, Cattlehide, For Gloves

This specification covers full grain cattlehide leather for gloves.