Makers Cabinet Leather Case for Drawing Instrument Iris

The leather case for the Iris circle drawer from Makers Cabinet is crafted from vegetable-tanned leather by the Tuscan tannery Badalassi Carlo and reliably protects the precisely engineered brass instrument whilst on the move. The case fits snugly and securely around the instrument, closes safely, and keeps it free from scratches and knocks in your bag. Vegetable-tanned leather develops a warm patina over time – the surface characterfully absorbs signs of use and becomes richer in colour and more supple with age. Made in Italy.

Features

• Vegetable-tanned Badalassi Carlo leather: The Tuscan tannery uses exclusively plant-based tannins – no chrome. This makes the leather particularly firm to the touch, develops a vibrant surface, and builds a distinctive patina over months and years, giving each case its own unique character.
• Patina effect: The leather's natural colour deepens with use – areas that are frequently touched become richer and more lustrous. The case becomes more personal over time, not worn out.
• Custom-fit: The case is precisely tailored to the Makers Cabinet Iris circle drawer – the instrument sits securely without wobbling or slipping.
• Made in Italy: Both the origin and tannery (Badalassi Carlo, Tuscany) stand for traditional craftsmanship in leather working.

Use & Tips

• Transport and protection: The case protects the delicate point of the Iris from damage in your workshop, drawing bag or travel case – particularly important if you regularly move the instrument between studio and on-site work.
• Break in: Fresh from the box, the leather is still slightly stiff – with regular use it becomes softer and adapts even more precisely to the instrument. If you want to speed up the process, you can treat the leather once with a colourless leather care product based on beeswax.
• Pair with the Iris set: The case complements the Iris circle drawer as a standalone accessory – ideal for anyone who already owns the instrument and is looking for worthy protection on the go.
• Care: Vegetable-tanned leather is sensitive to prolonged moisture. Simply allow it to dry if it gets wet (not with direct heat), and the patina will be preserved.

For Tool Enthusiasts

Badalassi Carlo is a Tuscan tannery that produces exclusively 100% vegetable-tanned leather – purely plant-based. The tannins used are derived from plant bark and fruit; the traditional process takes up to 30 months and is considerably more labour-intensive than industrial chrome tanning. The result is leather with a firm body structure, naturally brown throughout, and a surface that responds to touch, light and time – no two pieces age in exactly the same way.

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