Increased Size: The bib is slightly oversized so work can be positioned comfortably across the chest when using cuts such as the chest lever and chicken grip. The larger size also provides good coverage when resting work on your leg. Extra Protection: The carving bib is handmade from two layers of 2 mm genuine cowhide leather, adding cushioning and helping protect against knife slips. Materials: The leather is waxed to help protect against water and general wear. All edges are stitched with reinforced cotton thread. Pencil Slot: The front of the bib includes an oversized pencil slot that fits both standard and larger carpenter’s pencils. It’s open on both sides for easy access when marking templates or sketching patterns. Storage Inside the Bib: The stitching runs partway down the sides, leaving space between the two leather layers. This creates a pocket for storing carving templates or small tools, with openings wide enough for easy access even when wearing gloves. Neck Strap: The bib is suspended from a doubled length of 550 paracord used as a neck strap. A fisherman’s knot allows the height to be easily adjusted. Material Sourcing: The leather used in our products is a by-product of the meat industry and processed in regulated tanneries with controlled chemical use and proper waste treatment.