We create our leather wallets every day with the desire that you will use them for a long time, so we would like to summarize some ``things you should avoid that will ruin your leather wallet'' in the hope that it will be of some help to you.

[1] Using a leather wallet while it is wet

Never use a leather wallet when it is wet, as this can cause the wallet to become deformed.

Your leather wallet can get wet in unexpected places, such as suddenly getting caught in the rain, a cup tipping over at a dinner party and getting wet, or in the summer, your wallet can get wet from sweat while it's in your pocket.

In such cases, don't panic and deal with the situation carefully.

It is generally believed that leather itself is vulnerable to water, but with proper care, damage can be minimized.
Please take action in the following order.

1. Empty the entire contents of your wallet and gently press it with a dry cloth or paper such as kitchen paper to remove all moisture.

2. Open all pockets, zippers, and any other parts that can be opened, and place the wallet in a well-ventilated place to dry in the shade. When doing so, try to keep the surface area of ​​the wallet as small as possible. Parts that are in contact with the ground will be harder to dry, so hang the leather wallet upright, occasionally turning it over. It is a good idea to place a towel or something underneath it before drying. (To reduce the surface area, do not hang the wallet by pinching it with clothespins, as this will leave a mark.)

3. Dry it indoors for at least 3 days. If you rush and use it while it is still damp, it will lose its shape and cause mold. Dry it slowly and without rushing. Never force dry it with a hair dryer or anything else. This will make the leather harden.

4. After it has completely dried, please care for it with oil or cream. If it gets completely wet, we recommend using a well-penetrating oil such as mink oil. Even if it is not very well-penetrating, it will be effective if you apply it frequently and repeatedly.

That's it.
Please adjust the frequency of leather maintenance according to the condition of the leather.
Leather has the tendency to shrink when it gets wet and dries. It is possible that areas such as card pockets may shrink a little, but please allow it to stretch over time as you use it.

If you don't know how to use oil, please refer to the video below.

[2] Using the product with too much coin in it

If you put too many coins into a wallet with a coin purse, it will put stress on the leather and stitching, and the shape of the leather wallet itself will change.
Also, if you put a wallet that has changed shape into your pants pocket or somewhere similar, it will cause further damage to the leather wallet.
In fact, the number one reason why a wallet with a coin pocket gets ruined is putting too many coins in it.

If coins overlap, the thickness will be unbalanced and the wallet will have an odd shape.
Also, cards in your wallet may become bent or cracked due to deformation caused by coins.

If you want to use your wallet for a long time, we recommend reducing the number of coins you carry.
One way to make your wallet last longer is to use a wallet without a coin purse and store your coins separately in the coin purse.

However, if you find it difficult to separate coins, it is a good idea to create a place where you can temporarily store coins.

- Keep a coin purse in your bag separate from your wallet.
-Make space in your desk drawer for coins.
・Put it in a piggy bank.
These are also ways to reduce damage to your wallet.

If you want to use your coin wallet for a long time and enjoy the aging process, keep in mind that coins can damage the wallet.

[3] Two-card holder

It is common to see people inserting two or three cards into a card holder that is designed to hold three or four cards in each row in their wallet. If you do this, the leather will stretch and the leather on both sides will tear.
 
 
It's not a problem because you can still use it even if it stretches or breaks, but if there are only one card in the holder instead of two, it will easily fall out. This can lead to losing important cards, so we recommend only inserting one card.

A single card holder is designed to make it easier to use cards that you use frequently. If you put several cards in it and have to search for them, the functionality is reduced.

In terms of repairs, repairing the card slots can be expensive as more parts need to be disassembled.
To ensure long-term use, we recommend using only one sheet.


However, if you find yourself in a difficult situation without your cards when you need them, we recommend that you carry a separate card case.
I also carry a card case in my bag. It doesn't have to be a leather card case. I think it would be better to use a plastic one that doesn't take up much space.

[4] Put your wallet in your back pocket.

This is more common among men, but putting a wallet in a trouser pocket can definitely damage the wallet due to distortion or moisture. I would like to tell you to stop putting your wallet in your pocket, but if we were to stop this, it would be too inconvenient, so I think it's OK to use it here.

Munekawa's top priority in creating products is "wanting you to use your wallet for a long time." We also believe that "in order to use it for a long time, it has to be convenient," so we would like you to think about how you put your wallet in your pocket. By putting it in your pocket while turning it upside down and inside out, you can correct the distortion of the wallet as you use it. This distributes the burden on the wallet and allows it to be used for a long time. It also reduces the risk of the wallet taking on the shape of your trouser pocket or getting holes in it.

【summary】

If you've read this far, you may feel that there are some limitations to using your leather wallet for a long time, which may be inconvenient, but we think of the leather wallets and bags we make as tools to make life more convenient. We think it's natural that they will get damaged or crushed through use, so it's best to use them freely and casually. Secondly, we think it would be enough if you just pay a little attention to the four points we introduced.

- Do not use your leather wallet when it is wet; allow it to dry completely before using it.

- Carry as little coins as possible and use a leather wallet.

- Only insert one card into the card folder.

-When putting your wallet in your back pocket, turn it over and inside out.

If you just pay attention to these four things, I think you'll be able to use it for a lot longer.

The majority of people who purchase leather products at Munekawa do so with the primary consideration of "longevity."
Most of these customers have the idea that they want to enjoy the aging of the leather, or that they don't want to lose convenience by changing their wallet, rather than using it for a long time and wanting to improve its cost performance. In order to meet such requests, we make our products with a structure that makes them easy to repair, and we make them in a way that allows us to accept repairs. Of course, when we accept repairs, we take care of the leather before returning it to you.


We would be delighted if the leather products we make can be of some use and enjoyment to our customers.