TONE MATCHING BY MAINKA
Introducing Tone Matching by Mainka - our custom color integration process. Tailored to your machine. Aligned with your mission.
Precision. Personalised.
Mainka’s Tone Matching process aligns the color of your leather gear with the exact finish of your vehicle exterior — in hue, texture, and depth. Using manufacturer codes or physical references, we craft each piece with calibrated pigments and artisan technique to create a seamless chromatic match. It’s not just customization — it’s integration.
Available on request.
Lead time:
1-2 months for existing tone-matched vehicles
4-6 months for custom tone-matched vehicles
How it works - From 0 to Gear in 5 steps
Your car is a statement of intent. The finish, the tone, the way it holds the light — all of it speaks to who you are. With Tone Matching by Mainka, we bring that same language to the gear you carry. This service translates your vehicle’s original color into our high-performance leather through a meticulous multi-step process:
01 Color Identification
We begin by obtaining the manufacturer’s color code or, when needed, conducting a visual assessment using high-resolution photos or in-person evaluation. Whether it’s metallic graphite or flat racing green, the goal is exactitude.
02 Leather Selection & Preparation
Once the tone is identified, we select from our highest-grade full grain leathers, chosen for their ability to absorb pigment deeply and consistently, while retaining authenticity and natural appearance. The surface is carefully prepared to ensure proper tone adherence and longevity.
03 - Pigment Customization
We offer a curated selection of color-matched leathers — including white, black, green, and grey — designed to complement signature tones found in vehicles such as the Mercedes G-Class. For those seeking full tonal alignment, custom pigment formulation is also available. This bespoke option requires a longer lead time, as the leather is produced specifically to match the desired finish in hue, depth, and character.
04 - Hand-Finishing
The process doesn’t end with the leather selection & preparation - we consider every visual and tactile element to ensure a fully integrated aesthetic. From the zipper color and metal finish (matte black, gunmetal, brushed silver) to interior lining tones and contrasting leather panels, each detail is chosen to complement or subtly counterbalance the main exterior tone. This approach allows for both monochromatic harmony and purposeful contrast, depending on the character of the vehicle — and the personality of the client. Every element is curated to complete the object as a unified whole - an expression of intention, not ornament.
05 - Assembly & Delivery
Once every detail is selected and approved, a comprehensive build brief is shared with our esteemed manufacturing partners in Germany. There, the gear is precisely assembled according to the exact specifications — ensuring each element reflects the agreed design. Final pieces undergo rigorous quality inspection before being packaged and delivered, accompanied by a certificate verifying the custom Tone Match.
Exclusive Availability in the UAE
Tone Matching by Mainka is currently available only within the United Arab Emirates, where our founder handles all in-person assessments, finish calibration, and manufacturing planning in Germany. This allows us to maintain absolute control over quality and color fidelity.
Reach out to us today and book an appointment with our founder in the UAE.
Home of rugged leather goods
At the heart of Mainka lies the concept of creating a haven for leather aficionados and quality seekers to discover extraordinary products handmade in Germany using the best leathers from hand-picked tanneries around the world. We are passionate about selecting the highest quality leathers that remain authentic to their natural origins throughout the tanning process and that will steadily develop a beautiful patina.
We are makers at heart - A look at our beginning
It all started as a hobby in 2012, while studying in Nürnberg, Germany. I was fascinated by the craft of working with leather and so I decided to learn every bit about it. A year later, I opened my first online shop and started to make handmade leather belts and accessories out of my student flat, that were soon sold both online and in menswear boutiques in Germany.
Several years later and countless hours spent perfecting my craft, experimenting with designs, leathers and techniques, the moment had arrived to focus on building a timeless leather goods collection, that captures the essence of the craft and offer a genuine experience of the world's most desirable leathers.
A rugged design philosophy honoring the craft
I created a unique design philosophy that captures the roots of traditional leather craftsmanship with its heavy functional stitching and sturdy metal hardware and integrates these roots into a functional theme of leather goods that reflect the notions of the 21st century. We set ourselves apart by turning away from lightweight constructions and uniform aesthetics, towards a robust construction and rugged aesthetics.
OUR STORY
Born to explore
Mainka is a menswear brand founded on the belief that we are all born with the eternal quest to explore the world. While each and every one of us is exploring the world at their own pace, we all rely equally on using equipment that is rugged enough to accompany us and ultimately help us to succeed. We also believe that this great exploration is the sovereign beauty of life. It is an exploration driven by ambition and virtue, yet filled with eternal beauty. And so we design each product not just with functionality in mind but with attention to beauty.
The founder
Jan-Patrick Mainka, founder and creative mind behind the products started this journey by learning the art of leather craftsmanship during his studies in Germany in 2012.
Throughout the years, he experimented both with manufacturing techniques and exotic materials to create unique pieces from leather, until he fully mastered the art of leather craftsmanship without the aid of a teacher.
10 years later in 2022 and after two former ventures which both operated temporarily on a traditional retail business model, he decided to pivot one last time to realize his original idea of selling directly to customers around the world and thus offering a superior quality product at a reasonable price.
Jan-Patrick Mainka, founder and creative mind behind the products started this journey by learning the art of leather craftsmanship during his studies in Germany in 2012.
Throughout the years, he experimented both with manufacturing techniques and exotic materials to create unique pieces from leather, until he fully mastered the art of leather craftsmanship without the aid of a teacher.
10 years later in 2022 and after two former ventures which both operated temporarily on a traditional retail business model, he decided to pivot one last time to realize his original idea of selling directly to customers around the world and thus offering a superior quality product at a reasonable price.