Antique Mahogany Montecristo Leather Cardholder

Although we live in a highly digitized world, a wallet is still an essential everyday item and the easiest way to carry cash and cards. And on those occasions when you don’t want to carry a full-sized bifold or coat wallet, or if you are a minimalist who prefers to travel as lightly as possible, you don’t need to sacrifice the convenience of your wallet. Fort Belvedere is proud to offer this elegant slim wallet card carrier for those moments when you only want the essentials.

First Quality Leather

The uncorrected full-grain leather used in this card carrier comes exclusively from English bulls.

Why does that matter?

When cows give birth, their hides become stretched, distorting the appearance of the leather. Bull hides have no such defects and preserve the natural, unadulterated appearance of the leather without the need for artificial correction.  

Artisanal Italian Tannery

These hides were tanned and prepared by a heritage Italian tannery that has been in operation for over a century. In addition to its dedication to producing only the finest open-pored leathers in the grand tradition of Italian workmanship, this tannery is also devoted to sustainable harvesting, fair labor practices, and minimizing its negative environmental impact.  

Supple & Firm Texture

Our Montecristo leather has been finished to offer a firm, supple hand and a subtle, tumbled texture. The visible open pores appear uniform at a distance, but up close, they present a complex pattern for unexpected visual interest. With no topcoat covering, you are able to experience the leather itself directly with every touch. 

Becomes More Beautiful with Age

The antique mahogany Montecristo leather for this card carrier has been thinly waxed. As a result, scratches and knicks will appear prominently until they are lightly buffed out. Then, as the oils and waxes recollect, any minor damage will be subsumed into the base color, adding a unique tonal variation to the leather. As a result, with time and use, this card carrier will become its own work of art, a unique accessory that fully tells your story.

Warm Antique Mahogany Dye

This card carrier has been dyed a warm antique mahogany. Thanks to our aniline-dyeing process, the dye has been fully absorbed into the leather in a procedure that can take over 12 hours, ensuring a long-lasting color that won’t fade and will bring out the patina of the leather as the carrier ages. This color is a versatile option that is ideal for casual occasions but, thanks to its darker tone, can also be worn with more formal ensembles.  

Incredible Color Depth

Thanks to our dyeing process and proprietary waxes and oils applied to the leather, this antique mahogany Montecristo leathers offers an unparalleled depth and “pull up” effect: when the leather is gently stretched, you can see the full range of colors and textures present within the leather. 

Elegant Contrast Stitching

Our cream thread provides a subtle pop of color against the mahogany brown of this card carrier. Not only does this create visual interest, it highlights the piece’s incredible workmanship: every neat and fine back-and-forth stitch is on full display. The workmanship is even more impressive when you realize that the artisans can only see one side when they stitch those wallets, so it requires extra care and skill to sew these together.

Questions?

Rest assured that Fort Belvedere leather goods represent exceptional quality. Should you have any questions about our leather products or if you need advice, let us know and we are happy to help.

SKU: 4054956027754