Carpincho refers to a large South American rodent. The leather from this animal is a fine product that ages well and becomes more comfortable over time. It’s similar to peccary leather and is often used to make luxurious gloves. This semi-aquatic species is found only in parts of South America including north Argentina, some parts of Brazil and Paraguay. They are raised on farms and only certified farm-raised carpincho hides are legally used for making gloves. The comfort of this close-fitting unlined glove combined with the very distinct allure of this wild hide with visible pores and markings, make carpincho gloves some of the most sought-after by elegant men around the world.