Leather Types
Compare full-grain, vegetable-tanned, and Saffiano leather options for wallet structure, surface character, edge finishing, and target market position.
Leather selection matrix
Compare grain character, merchandising intent, and the physical approval point that can change the finished wallet. Color is reviewed only after the leather direction is viable.
Collection fit
Flagship wallets and card holders intended to age visibly with the owner
Retail signal
Premium, tactile, long-horizon goods where natural character supports the price
Accept or adjust
Scars, grain, and shade vary; selection standards and cutting yield must be budgeted
Approve physically
Grain range, temper, split thickness, fold behavior, edge result, and lot color
Collection fit
Coordinated wallets, card holders, and giftable accessories with crisp silhouettes
Retail signal
Polished commercial ranges where repeatable texture and color consistency matter
Accept or adjust
The coated cross-hatch looks controlled but offers less natural variation and patina
Approve physically
Emboss depth, coating, corner flex, logo definition, edge-paint bond, and color match
Collection fit
Heritage wallets, minimalist card holders, and craft-led capsule collections
Retail signal
Story-rich products where visible aging and hand finishing are part of ownership
Accept or adjust
Light, handling, and natural variation change the color; uniformity needs a defined range
Approve physically
Initial and rubbed color, temper, fold whitening, burnished edge, deboss, and patina direction
Share the wallet format, leather direction, compartment layout, branding, quantity, and retail packaging. We will map the decisions needed before sampling.