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LIONROCK Slim Cardholder
Ortensia / Cognac / Standard / Standard
$480.00
Sale price
$480.00
Regular price
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LIONROCK Slim Cardholder
$480.00
Sale price
$480.00
Regular price
Slim Cardholder in Cowhide - Badalassi Carlo Pueblo
- Handmade in Hong Kong
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Dimensions: L 78mm × W 102mm
- Production time: 3-10 days
- 1 LIONROCK card slot
- 1 Card slot
- 1 Hidden compartment
Chinese characters will be done with blind debossing to ensure a subtle and natural look
For custom color combinations, please reach out to our customer service
Leather: Pueblo
Origin
Pueblo is a famous leather from the Badalassi Carlo Tannery in Tuscany, Italy. The tannery is highly respected for keeping the traditional Vacchetta method alive—a centuries-old vegetable tanning process using natural plant tannins and animal oils. This technique deeply infuses the leather with fats, giving Pueblo its signature rich aroma and full-bodied texture.
Texture & Feel
What makes Pueblo unique is its rustic surface. Artisans brush the leather with a special metal tool, creating a fine, slightly scuffed texture with a circular pattern. It initially has a matte finish and a dry, suede-like feel. Once crafted, it keeps a firm yet flexible structure that provides great substance and durability.
Colors & Combinations
The color palette reflects the organic earth tones of traditional Italian tanning. It offers a wide variety of colors that are perfect for creating gradient looks or sharp color contrasts. Pueblo also pairs very well with smoother or more textured leathers, allowing for clean contrast designs.
Durability & Patina
Crafted with traditional Italian leather craftsmanship, Pueblo is low-maintenance and perfect for daily use. Thanks to its high oil content, light scratches can often be rubbed out simply with your fingers. It can handle minor water splashes if wiped dry quickly, but its true beauty comes as it ages. Over time, the matte surface absorbs natural oils, transforming into a smooth, beautifully lustrous patina.
Customisation
We offer add-on service of customised gold/silver embossing and blind debossing, allowing you to create a one-of-a-kind leather piece for yourself, or a deeply thoughtful gift for someone special.
Ordering Note:
Please specify the following details when placing your order:
- Foil colour: Gold / Silver / Blind debossing
- Stamping content: (e.g. Initials, names, or dates)
- Stamping placement: (e.g. Bottom center, interior)
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We make every effort to craft and dispatch your order promptly within the specified period. As each of our pieces is individually handcrafted, production times may vary by item. Please review the estimated timeframe carefully for each product, and feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions or specific deadlines.
As soon as your order is on its way, you will receive a shipping confirmation email with tracking details. Please note that delivery times will vary depending on your location.
Returns
We strive to ensure the highest quality for every piece and that it delivers safely into your hands. In the unlikely event that you receive a defective, incorrect, or missing item, please contact our customer service within 48 hours of delivery (based on the courier's tracking record).
Craftsmanship
Traditional Chinese characters are the heartbeat of Hong Kong’s culture. From the flow of each stroke to the evolution of glyphs, every character carries centuries of history.
The lead types we use for our leather embossing were originally crafted for letterpress printing—a heritage of over ten thousand individual characters, each carrying its own weight and soul. Unlike perfect digital prints, letterpress captured the typecasters’ artistry and the printer’s touch, giving every impression a raw, living texture.
We are dedicated to weaving this heritage into our designs. Our lead types are sourced from the world’s last standing Traditional Chinese type foundry. Today, as the original copper molds naturally wear down, the foundry is running against time to restore each character, striving to keep this craftsmanship and our language alive.
When you choose our pieces, you are not just holding a craft; you are helping our culture to preserve the beauty of traditional Chinese characters for generations to come.
