Daniel & Bob: The Birthplace of RODI, Their Signature Leather
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March 5, 2015

Daniel & Bob: The Birthplace of RODI, Their Signature Leather


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Where Daniel & Bob's "RODI" Leather is Born
A Visit to the Tannery in Italy's Leather Heartland


The signature leather material of "Daniel & Bob," "RODI," is highly popular as an exclusive material.
This material, beloved by many, is produced by Montana, a renowned tannery in Santa Croce, Italy, a mecca for leather.


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"RODI": An Exclusive Material Crafted Solely for Daniel & Bob


High-qualityバケッタ leather is meticulously tanned. Wrinkles are carefully created by hand. It is dyed by hand. "RODI," developed in collaboration with Daniel & Bob from the material stage, is born from an unyielding pursuit of excellence.

The process of creating "RODI's" characteristic wrinkles involves three large adults wringing the leather, letting it air dry for two days in that state, then spreading it out to air dry for another two days. While this could be completed in a single day using industrial dryers, Montana's artisans dedicate about four days solely to creating the wrinkles.

Furthermore, the unique color variations are achieved through a repeated manual dyeing process. This involves applying the dye, letting it dry, applying it again, and letting it dry again, taking approximately four to five days.

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For the "RODI" leather, artisans are involved in almost every step of the process, from the creation of a single hide. Even in this era, they spare no effort in these highly labor-intensive tasks.

The material itself uses vegetable tanning, a method that avoids chemical agents. Furthermore, the rich, high-quality water of this region, available plant-based materials, and the climate suitable for drying all combine to create a unique material that meets Daniel & Bob.


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The distinctive texture, achieved through such meticulous craftsmanship, is the greatest charm of "RODI."

"I want to create items that are cherished for a long time by people who carefully select only what resonates with their sensibilities and enjoy a simple life. And I want to offer items that allow them to rediscover their own style upon acquiring them," says Andrea Bortolotti, the founder of Daniel & Bob.

These leather bags, uniquely crafted by Daniel & Bob and impossible to replicate, will undoubtedly enrich your daily fashion.

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