Minerva Box (Italian cowhide)

Minerva Box and Mousse is a milled grain leather from Badalassi Carlo. Milling is a process that allows individual hide to produce its own naturally unique grain. Sizing and irregularity is variable and will depend on the dermal fiber and thickness of the hides. Unlike Perlinger's shrunken calf the Minerva Box and Mousse is vegetable tanned which allows it to develop character and patina over time.  The surface is smooth and lustrous with high fat content to accentuate colour with prolonged use.

Minerva Box and Mousse both are tanned in a similar fashion but the latter starts with a naturally thinner base and has double the milling time.

Tannery: Badalassi Carlo (Italy).
Temper: Soft.
Surface: Milled, natural grain varying on pattern and intensity.
Tanning: Vegetable tan.
Patina: Excellent, deepens colour while accentuating grain.
Other notes: Naturally soft feel, slightly bouncy and has a fragrant scent.