aMidianBorn Hide and Studded Hide

skyrim — Mods & Enhancements

This mod replaces the textures for Hide and Studded Hide armor sets in Skyrim with high-quality, high-resolution, handmade textures. It's a purely cosmetic upgrade for players who want better-looking armor without changing gameplay. With over 11,000 endorsements and 279,000 downloads, it's a well-loved classic from 2013.

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Downloads: 279,791 | Endorsements: 11,137

💡 Notes

By CaBaL | v2 | 11,137 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Since it's a texture replacer, just drop the files into your

Since it's a texture replacer, just drop the files into your Data folder or use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2.

Load order doesn't matter much for textures, but if you have

Load order doesn't matter much for textures, but if you have other mods that change the same armor, put this one lower in the load order to ensure it wins.

Check the mod's comments section on Nexus for user screensho

Check the mod's comments section on Nexus for user screenshots and compatibility notes, since the description lacks them.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod not working

Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility

👍 Pros

Community favorite with 11,137 endorsements and nearly 280k downloads
Handmade textures from CaBaL, known for quality armor retextures
Gives early-game armor a visual upgrade that fits the game's aesthetic

👎 Cons

Last updated in 2013, so it may not be optimized for the latest Skyrim versions or mod setups
Only covers Hide and Studded Hide armor, so you'll need other mods for the rest of your gear
No screenshots or detailed install instructions in the description, so you're flying blind until you try it

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