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Badalassi Carlo - Minerva
Badalassi Carlo, my favourite tannery, is based in San Miniato, Tuscany, Italy. Founded in 1994, Badalassi Carlo exclusively produces luxury vegetable-tanned leathers under the Consorzio Vera Pella Italiana (Genuine Italian Vegetable-Tanned Leather Consortium).
Minerva is a smooth, full-grain, aniline-dyed vachetta, that ages beautifully. The hides are traditionally tanned in pits for 30 days, and then treated with a mixture of animal fats in wooden drums.
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I recommend carrying up to 6 cards. The leather can stretch to accommodate more, however, it will not contract back.
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Leather will patina with time and use, darkening in colour, whilst developing a rich and lustrous surface. Friction, oils from skin, and exposure to sunlight will accelerate this process. Consistent handling should keep most leathers naturally moisturized; however, if you wish to condition your leather goods, I suggest either a natural leather balm or cream.
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