OUR CURATED PORTFOLIO OF THE WORLD'S BEST PRODUCERS
Let us take you on an unforgettable journey to truly discover leather in its most natural form. The purpose of Mainka is to create a space where leather enthusiasts or those wo seek the greater quality things in life find exceptional products handmade in Germany using the finest leathers from hand-picked tanneries around the world. We specifically choose uncoated, all natural and ethically tanned full grain leather from A-grade hides – the best of the best. We love the character of these leathers and how they slowly develop their patina.
Below you find the tanneries we chose to work with. Each tannery is a legend in their space and a hallmark for quality, continuity, ethical work conditions and tradition.
Let us take you on an unforgettable journey to truly discover leather in its most natural form. We work with uncorrected, uncoated and ethically tanned full grain leather from A-grade hides – the best of the best. We love the character of natural leather and believe you will appreciate its look, feel and developing patina. Below you find the tanneries we chose to work with. Each tannery is a legend in their space and a hallmark for quality, continouity, ethical work conditions and tradition.
Below you find the tanneries we chose to work with. Each tannery is a legend in their space and a hallmark for quality, continuity, ethical work conditions and tradition.
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Horween Leather Company was founded in 1905 and is located in Chicago, USA. "For more than 100 years and five generations our goal has been to make the world's best leather." Horween is known for being the inventor and first address for the highly sought after Shell Cordovan horse leather as well as many other high-end leathers, such as the Chromexcel the Derby and many more. Horween leathers have a unique character and offer one of the most authentic leather experiences in the world.
Horween Leather Company was founded in 1905 and is located in Chicago, USA. "For more than 100 years and five generations our goal has been to make the world's best leather." Horween is known for being the inventor and first address for the highly sought after Shell Cordovan horse leather as well as many other high-end leathers, such as the Chromexcel the Derby and many more. Horween leathers have a unique character and offer one of the most authentic leather experiences in the world.
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Founded in 1867, Wickett & Craig is a world premiere vegetable tannery, located in the USA. A labor-intensive method that requires skilled workers, veg-tanning is a natural, eco-friendly process that produces durable, exquisite leathers recognized for their depth of color and rich patina. Simply put our leathers not only endure, but get better with age.
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Founded in 1867, Wickett & Craig is a world premiere vegetable tannery, located in the USA. A labor-intensive method that requires skilled workers, veg-tanning is a natural, eco-friendly process that produces durable, exquisite leathers recognized for their depth of color and rich patina. Simply put our leathers not only endure, but get better with age.
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Remy Carriat, located in the south-west Basque land in France is one of the most highly esteemed tanneries in the world, counting the world's luxury brands as loyal customers. Remy Carriat is keeping tradition alive since 1927. They produce exceptional quality leather for use in the finest handbags, shoes, saddles and upholstery. Our guarantee: A choice of the finest young bull and buffalo calf skins, produced according to our world a renowned tanning, and finishing expertise.
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Remy Carriat, located in the south-west Basque land in France is one of the most highly esteemed tanneries in the world, counting the world's luxury brands as loyal customers. Remy Carriat is keeping tradition alive since 1927. They produce exceptional quality leather for use in the finest handbags, shoes, saddles and upholstery. Our guarantee: A choice of the finest young bull and buffalo calf skins, produced according to our world a renowned tanning, and finishing expertise.
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Tärnsjö Garveri, Sweden's royal tannery, supplies a very specialized market that demand only the highest premium vegetable tanned leather. Since 1873 we operate our business with great respect for our enviroment, our craftsmen and a sustainable future. A unique place with tannery and saddlery in the same house.
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Tärnsjö Garveri, Sweden's royal tannery, supplies a very specialized market that demand only the highest premium vegetable tanned leather. Since 1873 we operate our business with great respect for our enviroment, our craftsmen and a sustainable future. A unique place with tannery and saddlery in the same house.
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British Millerain is the original manufacturer of waxed cotton and a world leader in specialist textiles for outerwear Based in Lancashire, the heart of UK textile industry, our range of textiles has been developed through more than a century of innovation, using skills handed down through six generations. Our commitment to quality has enabled us to develop trusting and lasting partnerships with many of the industry's leading brands, and driven our growth as a globally respected manufacturer of fabrics for outerwear.
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British Millerain is the original manufacturer of waxed cotton and a world leader in specialist textiles for outerwear Based in Lancashire, the heart of UK textile industry, our range of textiles has been developed through more than a century of innovation, using skills handed down through six generations. Our commitment to quality has enabled us to develop trusting and lasting partnerships with many of the industry's leading brands, and driven our growth as a globally respected manufacturer of fabrics for outerwear.
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For 85 years the Riri Group has been a benchmark for the creation of stylish details, supplying leading luxury brands with accessories of the highest quality. Riri proposal today includes zippers, buttons, metal components and fashion jewels, characterized by an unmistakable customization of details, capable of meeting the multi-faceted style requirements of all customers. The Group has eight production plants located in Ticino and Italy
For 85 years the Riri Group has been a benchmark for the creation of stylish details, supplying leading luxury brands with accessories of the highest quality. Riri proposal today includes zippers, buttons, metal components and fashion jewels, characterized by an unmistakable customization of details, capable of meeting the multi-faceted style requirements of all customers. The Group has eight production plants located in Ticino and Italy
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