I was speaking with a friend last night about a leather seat for a cafe racer I’m wanting to make and discussing leathers, etc. I mentioned to her that I would probably make it out of vinyl the first time so that if I mess it up it won’t cost as much as leather. She mentioned to me a free way to get a lot of leather you can practice with or use. Check out Craigslist as people are always trying to get rid of old leather coaches. Most are just happy if you come and haul it away. She said the leather on the back is usually in great shape.
I thought it was a good idea and might be a good source for leather for folks.
Come to think of it, most of the wood that makes up the structure is hardwood I believe.