Personal Organisers Leather Hinge System Notebook Navy

This system notebook opens with a hinge crafted from leather and thread. It is in Bible size (also known as Personal size, with paper dimensions of 170x95mm and a 6-hole punch). The distinctive leather hinge, a hallmark of individuality, is created using our proprietary research and crafting method. It involves intricate cutting and shaping, followed by meticulous hand-filing of each "tooth" to achieve a precise, interlocking fit—a truly detailed process. The advantages of this hinge extend beyond its unique aesthetic. It lays flat, preventing the notebook from closing unexpectedly due to creases. Furthermore, the areas that bend during opening and closing are less prone to extreme wear and tear. The material is a substantial 2mm thick, undyed vegetable-tanned cowhide, renowned for developing a rich patina over time. The smooth, lustrous grain is characteristic of aniline-finished leather. Bible size is our most popular, offering a particularly wide variety of commercially available refills. The ring diameter is 15mm, comfortably accommodating up to approximately 100 sheets of dedicated paper. To ensure a seamless start, we include 50 sheets of our favored "St-Etreanger-Co l. Memory Refill SBBRF-G-01" 5mm grid paper. This thoughtful inclusion allows both beginners to begin immediately and experienced users to avoid unnecessary initial purchases. We encourage you to personalize your notebook by combining it with a diverse range of commercially available paper, diaries, indexes, and clear pockets. For maintenance, use a delicate cream sparingly. As this item experiences less stress than bags or shoes, the natural oils from your hands are often sufficient. It is advisable to be cautious of over-applying leather creams or oils. The metal hardware is designed with screws for easy replacement should any damage occur. We hope you will enjoy the rich evolution of this piece as it ages gracefully with you. 【About Tochigi Leather】 Bearing the marks of its life, such as pores and vein lines, this leather carries a subtle, pleasant aroma when brought close. "Tochigi Leather," which conveys the natural charm of cowhide, is tanned from "hide" to "leather" by Tochigi Leather Co., Ltd. in Tochigi City, Tochigi Prefecture. This is a premium cowhide, meticulously tanned through a 20-step process passed down since the company's founding in 1937, using natural vegetable tannins derived from mimosa bark, without harmful chemicals. Renowned for its natural grain, "Tochigi Leather" is highly regarded not only domestically but also by top apparel manufacturers worldwide. 【The Red Tag: A Mark of Tochigi Leather】 The red tag is exclusively permitted for use on creations made with 100% "Tochigi Leather." At "Your Side Door," we adorn works over 3,000 yen with the "red tag," a symbol of genuine "Tochigi Leather." Rest assured, all our creations utilize this esteemed material. As fellow residents of Tochigi Prefecture, we proudly craft every item from 100% "Tochigi Leather." 【Specifications】 ・Material: Cowhide (Tochigi Leather, aniline finish) ・Thread: Linen ・Thickness (when folded): Approx. 2.7 cm ・Height: Approx. 18.6 cm ・Width (when folded): Approx. 12.0 cm ・Ring inner diameter: 1.5 cm ・Weight: Approx. 114 grams *While we maintain the utmost care in inventory management, occasional stockouts may occur due to simultaneous in-person sales at our atelier. In such cases, we will inform you of the estimated remake time and inquire about your preference for cancellation. *The leather used is not coated with pigment on the grain side. Therefore, it may exhibit color variations, vein lines, natural wrinkles (トラ), minor scratches, insect bite marks, black spots from iron residue, and remnants of hair follicles. We specifically select natural or aniline-finished Tochigi leathers, which prominently showcase these characteristics inherent to natural materials. *The images displayed may appear differently in color due to variations in lighting during photography and the settings of your display. *As each piece is individually handcrafted, slight differences in shape, minor inconspicuous scratches, or color inconsistencies may be present.