Leather Hinge Business Card Holder: Black × Natural

This business card holder opens and closes with a two-row hinge fashioned solely from leather and thread. Crafted with generous amounts of Tochigi leather, it boasts a pleasing thickness and softly rounded edges where the leather is cut. The distinctive leather hinge is a result of our proprietary research and crafting method. It involves intricate cutting and shaping, followed by meticulous hand-finishing of each individual "tooth" to ensure a perfect interlocking fit. The exterior is in classic black, while the interior is a natural, undyed hue. This is a bi-color design combining two types of leather. The black features a lustrous aniline finish, and the natural leather has a smooth, supple feel. Both are made from vegetable-tanned leather, renowned for developing a rich patina over time. The holder includes four pockets. Inside, you'll find two pockets in addition to a main compartment with a gusset for storing your own business cards. There's also a versatile pocket on the exterior. To prevent staining, please avoid getting the leather wet. Should it become damp, gently blot the entire surface with a soft towel or sponge to help prevent water spots. No special leather creams or oils are needed for care. Simply brush away dust. Unlike shoes or bags, this item does not experience the stress of constant use or the repeated flexing of its hinge. The minimal natural oils from your fingertips are sufficient for its maintenance. As this is vegetable-tanned cowhide, celebrated for its exceptional aging potential, we hope you will enjoy watching it transform into a beautifully nuanced color over many years, from a few to several decades. 【About Tochigi Leather】 This Tochigi leather retains the natural characteristics of the hide, including pore and vein marks, and carries a subtle, pleasant aroma when brought close. "Tochigi Leather," which showcases the inherent beauty of cowhide, is tanned from raw hide into leather by Tochigi Leather Co., Ltd. in Tochigi City, Tochigi Prefecture. Utilizing a traditional 20-step process passed down since their founding in 1937, they craft exquisite cowhide using only natural vegetable tannins extracted from mimosa bark, avoiding harmful chemicals. The fine grain texture, a hallmark of this leather, is highly acclaimed not only domestically but also by leading international apparel manufacturers. 【The Red Tag: A Mark of Tochigi Leather】 The red tag is exclusively awarded to creations made with 100% Tochigi leather. At "Your Side Door," we proudly attach the "red tag," a symbol of Tochigi leather, to all works priced over 3,000 yen. In fact, all our creations are made using Tochigi leather. As fellow artisans based in Tochigi Prefecture, we craft our pieces with pride using 100% Tochigi leather. 【Specifications】 ・Outer Material: Cowhide (Tochigi Leather, Aniline Finish) ・Inner Material: Cowhide (Tochigi Leather, Natural Undyed Leather) ・Thread: Linen ・Thickness (Folded): Approximately 1.6 cm ・Height (Folded): Approximately 11.0 cm ・Width (Folded): Approximately 7.3 cm ・Capacity of Main Pocket: Approximately 5.5 mm (holds about 25 standard business cards) ・Weight: Approximately 45 grams *While we exercise meticulous care in inventory management, there may be instances of items becoming unavailable due to simultaneous in-person sales at our atelier. In the event of an item being out of stock, we will inform you of the estimated remake time and inquire about your preference for cancellation. *The leather used is not coated with pigments on the grain surface. Therefore, you may notice variations in color, vein marks (traces of blood vessels), natural creases (from the animal's life), minor scratches, insect bite marks, blackening from iron deposits, and remnants of hair follicles. We specifically select natural or aniline-finished Tochigi leathers that prominently display these unique characteristics of genuine leather. *The images displayed may vary in color due to lighting conditions during photography and your monitor's display settings. *As each item is individually handcrafted, slight variations in shape, minor imperfections, or color inconsistencies may be present.