Resource Library·Merit Badge

Leatherwork

Elective merit badge — requirements, troop progress, and nothing shelved yet (be the first to suggest something).Official BSA page ↗Workbook (PDF) ↗

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Requirements

From the official BSA merit badge pamphlet — wording is paraphrased here. Confirm against the current pamphlet for sign-off.

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1a
Explain leatherwork tool/material hazards; anticipate, prevent, mitigate
1b
Show first aid: cuts, punctures, poisoning, chemical reactions (dyes, cements, finishes)
2
2a
Explain where leather comes from
2b
Explain kinds of hides used to make leather
2c
Explain five types of leather
2d
Explain best uses for each type of leather
3
(Do any 5 of the following)
3a
Pattern layout and transfer
3b
Cutting leather
3d
Carving or stamping surface designs
3e
Applying dye or stain and finish
3f
Assembly by lacing or stitching
3g
Setting snaps and rivets
4
Braid or plait an article of leather, vinyl lace, or paracord
5
(Do any one of the following)
5a
Learn about the commercial tanning process; report
5b
Tan a small animal skin; describe safety precautions and method
5c
Recondition/care for a leather article; discuss leather vs. synthetics
5d
Visit a leather-related business; report