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All about leather

Learn everything there is to know about leather

We love leather. They have been used by humankind for millennials and still serve an important purpose in today's fashion industry. Here you can read up on all the different kinds of leathers and their differences.

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THE WORLD'S MOST ORGANIC LEATHER WATCH STRAPS

We use premium organic leather watch straps for our limited timepieces. All our straps are handmade in Germany and are certified organic. Here you can read more about the production process of our organic watch straps.

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WHAT DOES "REAL LEATHER" MEAN?

Most likely you have come across the label "Real Leather" before when shopping for leather products. Many people are not entirely sure what that term actually means. Learn all about "Real Leather" in this article.

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ALL ABOUT SAFFIANO LEATHER

Saffiano leather has become one of the most popular leather optics and is used by many of the leading fashion brands. Learn more about how the Saffiano leather optic developed and how it differs from Palmellato leather.

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ALL ABOUT "GENUINE LEATHER"

It is one of the most common terms in the otherwise highly-regulated fashion world and the true meaning is oftentimes unknown to consumers. The term does not guarantee high quality but simply describes the origin of the materials used.

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WHAT IS ANILINE LEATHER?

We take a closer look at grain leathers and analyse the pros and cons of aniline, semi-aniline, and pigmented/protected leathers. With this guide you'll know exactly which leather to pick for your occasion.

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HOW REACH PROTECTS YOU FROM HARMFUL LEATHERS

In order to turn hides into beautiful long-lasting leathers different kinds of chemical substances and tannins are used during the tanning process. In order to ensure the safety for humans and the environment during the procedures the REACH Regulation was introduced.

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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LEATHER GRADES

We have probably all asked ourselves before why some leather products are so much more expensive than others. We'll give you the answer in our brief and straightforward overview guide to leathers grades.