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    5 Requirements Updated March 29, 2026 View Official Page Download Free Pamphlet Download Fillable Worksheet
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    Leatherwork Merit Badge

    Learn leatherworking fundamentals including tools, materials, and safety. Complete hands-on projects using cutting, stamping, and finishing to earn this merit badge.

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    What you'll do

    • 1 Shop Safety and First Aid Explain to your counselor the hazards you are most likely to encounter while using leatherwork tools and materials, and …
    • 2 Hides, Leather Types, and Best Uses Where leather comes from
    • 3 Choosing Your Five Skills Make one or more articles of leather that use at least five of the following steps:
    • 4 Braiding and Plaiting Braid or plait an article out of leather, vinyl lace, or paracord.
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    Eagle Required
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    Updated
    March 29, 2026

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