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Old 03-30-2015, 02:28 AM   #1
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An upholsterer can MAKE those perforations. They set up a matrix that punches the holes in the leather of your choosing. It's somewhat expensive.

I know this because I have to get my seat fixed as well.
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Old 03-31-2015, 09:17 AM   #2
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Apparently the upholsters are able to order the near-matching leather with the perforation from leather suppliers. Two things to consider the space between perforations (in our case it is about 4-5 mm) and the direction of the perforations (in our case it is not parallel to the seat sides but diagonal. Therefore they have to order a larger piece to rotate the same and stitch it. Just some detail.

My upholster quoted me $400 - $200 for leather material (perforated) and $200 for labor. This is just for the bottom cushion. I have not gone for it. Will find another way. I only have a small hole (probably caused by a key dangling from PO's pocket...
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Old 03-31-2015, 09:55 AM   #3
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I would go something non stock like alcantara material

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