The Superior Labor - Oil Leather - A6 Notebook Cover

The Superior Labor - Oil Leather - A6 Notebook Cover

Crafted from vegetable-tanned cowhide, this A6 notebook cover uses leather carefully rubbed with oil to enhance its suppleness and durability. The result is a soft, moist texture, with a rippled surface that feels luxurious in the hand and develops a rich patina over time. The softness allows the leather to slightly stretch and form to the object that it holds. Oil Leather's simple finish allows the natural marks and variation of the leather to show, enhancing its beauty as it ages and reflecting the material’s authenticity. Since each batch is made from a different portion of leather, you can often see the natural grain shift between small and large pebbling within a single cover.

Designed for everyday use, whether for work, study, or journaling, this cover offers both practicality and elegance. It’s lightweight with a clean, minimalist look, featuring rounded corners that resist wear and a wide sleeve for easy notebook insertion. 

• Dimensions: ~12 x 16cm (Closed)
• Materials: Vegetable Tanned Oil Leather
• Fits a standard A6 notebook, e.g. MD Notebook, Hobonichi Original, Stalogy 365
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About The Superior Labor:

Founded by former auto mechanic and leather artisan Makoto Kawai, this lifestyle brand crafts a variety of high-quality everyday tools that promote slow and intentional living. Kawai considers The Superior Labor as a natural extension of his experience working with cars, crafting leather goods, traveling, and curating vintage wares. All of The Superior Labor’s design and manufacturing takes place in a former elementary school campus in the rural and mountainous area of Kaga-gun, Okayama Prefecture, where Kawai lives and works. Called “nap village,” it welcomes visitors to come and experience The Superior Labor’s living and crafting philosophy while exploring the wonderful nature of Mount Hongu.