I left the choice of leather up to the experts and I am glad I did. The boys at Berlin Leather picked the perfect material and it worked. These guys build harnesses and other carriage equipment out of latigo and bridle leather that is used every day in sometimes terrible conditions. They build top quality equipment that lasts.

I do not know enough about your material to answer your leather questions but there is probably someone close to where you live who does. Find someone who is knowledgeable and ask away. They can help you. Good luck with your project.
Denny
300WSM