No.09 Card Case 【TW&S Bridle】

A business card holder exuding a robust and dignified presence, capable of capturing trust from the very first impression. The main body is made from traditional bridle leather, long produced in England for equestrian gear, luxuriously complemented by oiled nubuck finished with vegetable tanning from Italy for the interior. While its exterior boasts a minimalist and refined design, the main compartment can hold approximately 40 business cards, and two additional free pockets provide practical storage capacity. This piece allows you to enjoy the distinct aging processes of two different leathers simultaneously, becoming more sophisticated with each use over time. [Main Body Leather] The main body is made from "Bridle Leather" (Color: Evergreen), traditionally produced for equestrian use by Thomas Ware & Sons, a long-established tannery in Bristol, England, with over 170 years of history. The leather, tanned in pit vats, features dense, strong fibers. Over 10 weeks, artisans meticulously apply and impregnate it with waxes such as beeswax and vegetable oils, resulting in a durable and water-repellent leather. The white powder on the leather's surface is called "bloom," which is the solidified wax that has seeped out, serving as a hallmark of bridle leather. *The appearance of bloom may vary from product to product. [Interior Leather] The interior is luxuriously crafted from "Texas," an oiled nubuck leather made using the "Baguetta" process by Tempesti, a renowned tannery located in Santa Croce, Italy, the birthplace of vegetable tanning. Unlike suede, which has a napped finish on the flesh side, nubuck is processed on the grain side (the outer surface) of the leather, making it durable and smooth to the touch. "Texas" is particularly rich in oil, allowing for exceptional aging, with a lustrous sheen and deepening color that develops with use. [Reliable Storage Capacity] While maintaining a sleek overall design, the card holder offers a practical storage capacity of approximately 40 business cards. The gussets extend to the bottom, creating a slim, box-like shape that neatly accommodates business cards. [Front Pocket] A free pocket is provided in front of the main storage compartment. This is perfectly sized for holding a business card received during an exchange. [Flap Interior Pocket] A free pocket is also available on the underside of the flap, allowing you to keep your own business cards readily accessible for smooth exchanges. [Beautiful Edge Finishing with "Kirime Hon-migaki"] "Kirime Hon-migaki" is the most traditional and valuable method for finishing leather edges. This technique involves shaving the edge surface flat, then repeatedly applying dyes, glue, and wax while burnishing, creating an edge that looks and feels as if it were a single piece of leather, even when multiple layers are involved. This process is time-consuming and requires significant skill and knowledge of leather characteristics, serving as a testament to the artisan's hand-finishing, rather than mass production. ====================== [Product Specifications] Size: Exterior = Height 7.0 x Width 11.0 x Thickness 2.4 cm Height when open = 14.4 cm Weight: Approx. 68g Materials: Main Body = Bridle Leather (Made in England) Interior = Oiled Nubuck Leather (Made in Italy) Hardware: Snap button (Raw brass) Features: Card space, Free pockets x 2 ====================== *As this product is made to order, please allow approximately 1 month from the time of your order. *The color of the product shown may appear different from the actual item due to your screen environment. Please understand this in advance. *As leather is a natural material, minor scratches, color variations, scuffs, and natural wrinkles (called "tora") may be present. Please understand these as characteristics of the leather. *The hardware shape may differ slightly from the images shown. Please note that the basic specifications remain unchanged.