Collaboration V. Kondratenko and S. Sofronov.
Our acquaintance began back in 2015, when I first noticed Sergei Sofronov's work on the internet. It was not just a watch, but a real work of art. I particularly remembered the 18 carat gold case engraved by hand for
Shell CORDOVAN in detail
As a finalisation of the Shell Cordovan topic (for those interested and like to understand the details).Cordovan is actually the subcutaneous layer of muscle, which in horses is called the panniculus carnosus. Because cordovan is muscle and not skin, it
Shell Cordovan leather production
In brief, the production process looks like this. First, the parts that are used for the cordovan are cut out of the hide; they are located in the croup area, at the back of the horse. Then the wool is
Shell Cordovan
Cordovan is a specially treated membrane that originally lies between the epidermis and dermis of the horsehide. The finished cordovan looks like leather; it is quite thick, very hard-wearing, scratch-resistant and expensive.The name "cordovan" comes from the city of Cordoba,
All about Saffiano leather
Saffiano leather has a special place among connoisseurs of luxury and style. This unique leather, which received its "new name" from one of Italy's most famous fashion houses, attracts attention with its refined texture, durability and resistance to damage. The famous
Leatherworker’s tools: A guide to the world of professional craftsmanship
Leatherworking is not just a craft and technical skill based on manual labour. It is also a creative process using a variety of techniques and unique tools, requiring skills in leatherwork, including cutting, sewing, embossing, dyeing and finishing, repair and
Craftsmanship in the details: The journey from customised order to satisfied customer
I love my handcraft and the products made by my hands reflect that.Communication with my customers is enjoyable and important to me. In this way I strive to help you get what you want. When I accept a custom order
Top 19 tanneries in Tuscany
In our industry we often use vegetable tanned leather and we work hard to find the best quality raw material (leather). In this article you will learn about the top 19 tanneries (of Tuscany) and what they have in common.
Replacement of the watch strap lining
If you are looking for a way to improve the condition and appearance of your watch strap, replacing the lining on it can be a great solution. Firstly, a renewed leather strap can give your watch a more elegant and
Jaeger reinforcements
Leather is a strong, flexible and durable material obtained by dressing hides. In our craft we use leathers of very different properties. Creating an elegant product pushes us to use the finest and strongest reinforcing materials possible. Reinforcing materials give