Leather Book Cover with Hinge, Paperback (A6) Size - Navy

This is a leather book cover for paperback books that opens with a unique hinge mechanism. No metal hardware is used; it is constructed entirely from leather and thread. It can also be used as a cover for A6-sized planners and schedules, such as the Hobonichi Techo. The eye-catching leather hinge is made using a method that has been meticulously researched. After intricate cutting and shaping, each "tooth" of the hinge is carefully carved and adjusted to achieve a perfect interlocking fit. While possessing a distinctive appearance, it evokes an antique charm reminiscent of old books. The material is a thick Tochigi leather (2mm thickness), cowhide tanned with vegetable tannins, renowned for its exceptional aging potential. The lustrous top grain is a characteristic of aniline-dyed leather. When holding two paperback books, a slender strap near the spine allows for a secure fit. 【About Tochigi Leather】 Bearing the marks of its life, such as pores and blood vessels, it carries a faintly savory aroma when brought close. "Tochigi Leather" conveys the natural allure of genuine cowhide, tanned from "hide" to "leather" by Tochigi Leather Co., Ltd. (Tochigi City, Tochigi Prefecture). This is a vegetable-tanned, undyed leather, created using tannins extracted from mimosa bark, without the use of harmful chemicals. It is a premium cowhide, processed through 20 meticulous steps passed down since their founding in 1937. "Tochigi Leather," celebrated for its natural grain, is highly acclaimed not only within Japan but also by leading international apparel manufacturers. 【The Red Tag: A Mark of Tochigi Leather】 The red tag is exclusively permitted for creations made with 100% "Tochigi Leather." At "Your Side Door," we attach the "red tag," a symbol of "Tochigi Leather," to works over 3000 yen. However, all our creations are made using "Tochigi Leather." As we are located in the same prefecture, we proudly craft all our items from 100% "Tochigi Leather." 【Specifications】 ・Material: Cowhide (Tochigi Leather, aniline finish) ・Thread: Linen ・Size: Paperback book size ・Thickness: Approx. 6mm (at thickest point) ・Vertical length: Approx. 16.5cm ・Horizontal length: Approx. 12cm ・Spine width (inner diameter): Approx. 3.3cm (2.1cm) 【Japan Leather Award 2024】 In 2024, Your Side Door was nominated as a "Selected Work" for the Grand Prix consideration at the Japan Leather Award, receiving a commemorative plaque. *While we exercise the utmost care in inventory management, there may be instances of items selling out due to in-person sales at our atelier. In the event of an item being out of stock, we will inform you of the estimated remake time and inquire about your preference for cancellation. *The leather used is not coated with pigment on the grain surface. Therefore, it may exhibit color variations, blood vessel marks, natural wrinkles, minor scratches from the animal's life, insect bite marks, blackening from residual iron, and traces of hair follicles. Among vegetable-tanned cowhides, we specifically use natural (undyed) or aniline-finished leathers where these characteristics of natural leather are most prominent. *The color of the product images may differ from the actual item due to variations in lighting during photography and the settings of your display. *As each item is individually handcrafted, there may be slight variations in shape, as well as minor, inconspicuous scratches or color inconsistencies.