"Vegetable-tanned leather finished with dye only. A scissor case you'll love to watch evolve."
What kind of leather is used in BLINK SCISSORS CASE scissor cases?
All the leather used in BLINK SCISSORS CASE is vegetable-tanned leather finished with dye only.
We value the original texture and appearance of the leather, and above all, the "joy of nurturing" it.
There are two main types of leather tanning
There are two main types of leather processing (tanning): "tannin tanning" using vegetable astringents and "chrome tanning" using chemicals.
BLINK uses tannin-tanned cowhide, which is tanned with plant-derived ingredients.
Differences between dye finish and pigment finish
There are two methods for coloring leather: "dye finish" and "pigment finish".
In a dye finish, the dye penetrates deep into the leather, resulting in a finish with natural depth and transparency.
On the other hand, a pigment finish creates a film on the surface of the leather to apply color, which can achieve a uniform color, but it hides the original expression of the leather.
Enjoying aging is unique to dye finishes
Dye-finished leather deepens in color with use.
At BLINK, we cherish the charm of leather that changes its expression over time and becomes a special scissor case unique to its owner.
Color variations are also a charm unique to natural materials
However, leather finished only with dye has color unevenness and individual differences.
As a natural material, it is natural for each piece of leather to have its own individuality. This texture also leads to the joy of nurturing a one-of-a-kind scissor case.
The photo above shows the "blue" leather actually used in BLINK SCISSORS CASE.
Even with the same material, there is such a difference in color depending on the part.
But that is proof of a natural material. We hope you will look forward to what kind of leather expression you will receive.
Nurturing it makes it an irreplaceable part of your life
By using your scissor case daily, it will become accustomed to your hand and develop its character over time.
Eventually, that case will surely become an indispensable partner in your work.
For those who want to see the actual texture of the leather
BLINK also offers leather sample rentals. If you are interested, please apply from the link below.
▶︎ Click here for leather sample rental
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