Leather Catalog
Choosing the right leather is an essential part of creating a piece that truly fits your style and how you intend to use it.
Each leather has its own character, from soft and expressive to firm and structured, and will evolve differently over time. This guide will help you understand the unique qualities of each option available at Roiberd Atelier.
Alran Sully Chevre
A refined and highly durable leather from France, known for its fine grain and structured feel. Alran Sully Chevre offers excellent resistance to scratches and daily wear, making it an ideal choice for pieces that require both elegance and longevity.
It maintains its shape over time and requires minimal maintenance, making it particularly suitable for wallets and small leather goods used daily.
Pueblo
A vegetable-tanned leather with a distinctive textured surface and a matte finish. Pueblo is known for its ability to develop a rich patina over time, becoming smoother and darker with use.
It is a more expressive leather, ideal for those who appreciate visible aging and character.
Alligator
An exotic leather defined by its unique scale pattern and natural depth. Each piece is one of a kind, offering a distinctive and luxurious appearance.
Alligator is both durable and refined, developing subtle changes over time while maintaining its structure.
Crocodile
Crocodile leather offers a bold and structured look, with pronounced scales and a strong visual identity. Slightly more uniform than alligator, it provides a balance between durability and presence.
It is ideal for statement pieces with a distinctive character.
Epsom
A structured, embossed leather known for its durability and resistance to scratches. Epsom maintains its shape exceptionally well and has a subtle sheen that gives it a clean and refined appearance.
It is one of the most practical leathers for everyday use.
Dollaro
A soft, supple leather with a natural grain and a slightly matte finish. Dollaro offers a balance between flexibility and durability, making it comfortable in hand while still maintaining structure.
Buttero
A classic vegetable-tanned leather with a smooth surface and a natural finish. Buttero develops a rich patina over time, becoming darker and more lustrous with use.
It is ideal for those who appreciate traditional leather aging.
Minerva Box
A soft, full-grain vegetable-tanned leather with a natural texture and a warm, slightly matte appearance. It is known for its flexibility and its ability to develop a deep and expressive patina.
Wax
A leather finished with a wax treatment that enhances depth and pull-up effect. It offers a slightly vintage look and evolves noticeably with use.
Marks and variations are part of its character.
Leather Comparative Table
| Leather | Tannage | Texture | Sheen | Scratch Resistance | Water Resistance | Patina Potential |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sully Chevre | Chrome | Fine grain | Low | High | Medium | Low |
| Pueblo | Vegetable | Textured | Matte | Low | Low | High |
| Alligator | Chrome | Scales | Medium | High | Medium | Medium |
| Crocodile | Chrome | Scales | Medium | High | Medium | Medium |
| Epsom | Chrome | Embossed | Low/Medium | High | High | Low |
| Dollaro | Vegetable | Natural grain | Low | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Buttero | Vegetable | Smooth | Medium | Medium | Low | High |
| Minerva Box | Vegetable | Natural | Low | Low | Low | High |
| Wax | Vegetable | Pull-up | Low | Low | Low | High |