I bought their 5 heavy hides deal last year. They were blue when I got 'em but, after some trial and error, they dyed great with Rit tan dye in an old washing machine. Ended up making a pair of pants, a pipe bag and several smaller tobacco bags. The thickness varies a lot. Just put the heavier hides in the area that wears the most. I left the pants extra heavy at the knees and in the butt. Have fun.