Fort Belvedere

Slim Vintage Gold Leather Cardholder Wallet

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Cardholder (Slim) Wallets Comparison
Features
Fort Belvedere
Hermes Louis Vuitton Mont Blanc
Material
Full-Grain Bullhide & Togo Calf
Boxcalf
Coated Canvas, Leather Lining
Bovine Leather
Made In
EU
France
France
Italy
Cardslots
4
3
4
6
Thumb Cut Out
Yes
No
No
No
Central Pocket
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Five Leather Layers
Yes
No
No
No
Artisanal Tannery
Yes
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No
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Double Folded Edges
Yes
No
No
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RFID Blocking Tech
Yes
No
No
No
Competitive Info Gathered
July, 2024
July, 2024
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  • Ultra Slim Profile
  • Double Folded Edges
  • Quality Bullhide & Calf Leather
  • Arrives in Handsome Gift Packaging

Product Info

The Finest, Slimmest Cardholder

  • Crafted from Exceptional Quality Leather Throughout
  • Twice the Leather of Our Competitors
  • Dyed a Rich and Versatile Color
  • Will Patina Beautifully
  • 4 Cardholder Slots
  • Large Central Pocket
  • Handmade
  • Folded Edges Throughout
  • Cut-Outs for Easy Card Access
  • Horizontal & Vertical Orientation for Easy Card Identification
  • RFID Blocking Technology

How to Use This Cardholder

For minimalists who prefer to carry only the bare essentials, this card carrier functions like a compact wallet. With its four cardholders, it can safely and conveniently stow all of your essential cards. The additional central open slot can also be used to temporarily store another card, paper currency, ticket stubs, receipts, and similar ephemera.

Fort Belvedere wallets in a circular arrangement.

    Vintage Gold Americana Leather Cardholder

    Although we live in a highly digitized world, a wallet is still an essential everyday item and the easiest way to carry cash and cards. And on those occasions when you don’t want to carry a full-sized bifold or coat wallet, or if you are a minimalist who prefers to travel as lightly as possible, you don’t need to sacrifice the convenience of your wallet. Fort Belvedere is proud to offer this elegant slim wallet card carrier for those moments when you only want the essentials.


    First Quality Leather

    The uncorrected full-grain leather used in this card carrier comes exclusively from English bulls. 

    Why does that matter? 

    When cows give birth, their hides become stretched, distorting the appearance of the leather. Bull hides have no such defects and preserve the natural, unadulterated appearance of the leather without the need for artificial correction.  

    Artisanal Italian Tannery

    These hides were tanned and prepared by a heritage Italian tannery that has been in operation for over a century. In addition to its dedication to producing only the finest open-pored leathers in the grand tradition of Italian workmanship, this tannery is also devoted to sustainable harvesting, fair labor practices, and minimizing its negative environmental impact.  

    Smooth Texture with Velveteen Finish

    Our Americana leather has been finished to offer a supple tactile experience not unlike the effect of velveteen. With age, the leather will gain a warm shine and become somewhat darker and richer. With no topcoat covering, you are able to experience the leather itself directly with every touch. 

    Becomes More Beautiful with Age

    The vintage gold Americana leather for this card carrier has been thinly waxed. As a result, scratches and knicks will appear prominently until they are lightly buffed out. Then, as the oils and waxes recollect, any minor damage will be subsumed into the base color, adding a unique tonal variation to the leather as the leather ages gracefully. As a result, with time and use, this card carrier will become its own work of art, a unique accessory that fully tells your story.     

    Stunning Vintage Gold Dye

    This card carrier has been dyed a stunning vintage gold. Thanks to our aniline-dyeing process, the dye has been fully absorbed into the leather in a procedure that can take over 12 hours, ensuring a long-lasting color that won’t fade and will bring out the patina of the leather as the carrier ages. Sunny and warm, this color, combined with the feel of the leather, has a rugged appearance that is ideal for more casual ensembles.

    Incredible Color Depth

    Thanks to our dyeing process and proprietary waxes and oils applied to the leather, this vintage gold Americana leather offers an unparalleled depth and “pull up” effect: when viewed at different angles or when the leather is gently stretched, you see the full range of colors and textures present within the leather.

    Elegant Contrast Stitching

    Our cream thread provides a subtle pop of color against the vintage gold of this card carrier. Not only does this create visual interest, it highlights the piece’s incredible workmanship: every neat and fine back-and-forth stitch is on full display. The workmanship is even more impressive when you realize that the artisans can only see one side when they stitch those wallets, so it requires extra care and skill to sew these together.

    Questions?

    Rest assured that Fort Belvedere leather goods represent exceptional quality. Should you have any questions about their leather products or if you need advice, let us know and we are happy to help.

    SKU: 4054956027778

    Dimensions

    Empty: 3.03” x 3.90” x 0.19” | 77 mm x 99 mm x 5 mm

    1 Card in Each Slot: 3.03” x 3.90” x 0.31” | 77mm x 99mm x 8 mm

    2 Cards in Each Slot: 3.03” x 3.90” x 0.43” | 77mm x 99mm x 11 mm

    Weight

    21g ± 1g | about 0.75 oz.

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    Care

    To nourish the leather and keep it supple and appearing its most fine, we suggest that every couple years you apply an unpigmented shoe polish or cream to its surface. Buff the polish or cream as you would your shoes.

    Cleaning

    If water is spilled on this leather accessory, remove all items from it, blot away (don’t rub) any excess liquid, and allow it to air-dry fully.

    Please note that artificially drying leather goods, like with a hairdryer or heat gun, will degrade the leather.

    If this leather accessory should become stained, clean it following the instructions on the dedicated leather cleaner of your choice.

    If the stain persists, take the accessory to a dry cleaner that specializes in cleaning luxury leather goods.

    Raphael scratches a piece of leather to test it

    The Finest Bovine Leather

    Fort Belvedere proudly sources four unique varieties of treated leather, each with its own special qualities. These particular leathers are employed for most of our small leather goods, allowing you to easily match the leather accessories in your ensemble.

    Americana, Dumont, and Montecristo Leather

    Our Americana, Dumont, and Montecristo leathers were all tanned in Italy with hides exclusively taken from English bulls. Why bulls? Leather from cows that have calved can stretch and warp, altering the look. In contrast, bull leather is free from these imperfections, maintaining the pristine, authentic quality of the material without reliance on synthetic alterations.

    These skins then underwent our tanning process at an Italian tannery steeped in heritage, boasting more than a hundred years of operation. This establishment is not only committed to crafting the highest quality open-pored leathers, following the esteemed Italian artisanal methods but also prioritizes sustainable sourcing, fair labor standards, and reducing its environmental footprint.

    Togo Leather

    The leather for our Togo line of wallets was sourced solely from young cattle that graze in the elevated meadows of the Alpine region. Why is this significant? The Alpine climate is cooler, resulting in a reduced number of insects. A lower incidence of insects leads to fewer bites on the animals, which can otherwise damage the leather, causing imperfections. Additionally, while the hides of calves are more expensive than those of larger cows and bulls due to their size, the exceptional characteristics of calfskin—its resilience paired with softness—justify the cost.

    These hides then underwent tanning and preparation at a historic German tannery with centuries of operation under its belt. This esteemed tannery is committed to crafting the most exquisite open-pored leathers, upholding the venerable legacy of German artisanry. In serving not only Fort Belvedere but also numerous elite and luxury fashion brands, it secures its reputation as a purveyor of premium leathers.

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    Lifestyle shot with book, slim wallet in Montecisto leather by Fort Belvedere and Panama hat, letter and cufflinks.
    Lifestyle shot with book, slim wallet in Montecisto leather by Fort Belvedere and Panama hat, letter and cufflinks.

    What makes this all-leather cardholder from Fort Belvedere special?

    When designing this card carrier we wanted to create a slim wallet that could securely stow all of our essentials without affecting the drape of our clothes. Every aspect of construction, from the careful skiving of connected sections to reduce bulk to the exact material used for the body and backing, have been carefully selected in order to produce the thinnest and slimmest profile without compromising on functionality or durability.

    With four dedicated card slots and one central open slot, you can easily hold four cards, ephemera like two tickets, and four folded bills without adding meaningful bulk. Even if you “double stack” the cards, this card carrier is designed to appear almost invisible within the beautiful drape of your trousers or your jacket.

    Please be aware that if you choose to double stack your cards, the leather will naturally stretch if the slot is double stacked for an extended period, meaning that it may become too loose to securely hold just a single card. This issue is easily resolved by simply keeping two cards in any slot that has conformed to hold two cards, and it will have a minimal impact on the overall profile of the card carrier.

    Details & Specs

    A stack of Fort Belvedere wallets.
    • Ultra-Slim Cardholder Profile

      By skiving each piece of leather at the seams and carefully assembling every layer, this cardholder offers the longevity of full-leather construction with no additional bulk. Even when fully loaded with a card in each slot, this card carrier is practically invisible when placed within a jacket or trouser pocket, allowing you to carry your essentials without altering the beautiful drape of your clothing.

    • Proudly Made in Europe

      With a history of craftsmanship, stringent quality, environmental and fair labor laws, and access to a massive pool of talented workers, many of the finest menswear goods are made in Europe. This leather bifold wallet has been carefully constructed by artisans who have studied and practiced their trades for years.

    • Thinned Folded Edges

      Folded edges are essential for ensuring the durability of leather goods. But most are made with edges that are cut and then painted or burnished. With wear, this edge dressing deteriorates over time and cracks. At Fort Belvedere, the edges of our leather goods are meticulously thinned down at an angle before being folded and sewn together. This not only produces a uniform edge thickness, but it also greatly reduces the wear on the edges of the accessory. As a result, our folded-edges typically last twice as long as edges that are just edge-painted or burnished.

    • Smoothed Corner Radius

      To emphasize its strong rectangular lines, the corners have not been fully rounded on this card carrier. However, a precise radius was chosen to minimize the potential for wear or snagging. As a result, our carrier can easily slide in and out of your pocket and it also makes less of an impression on the fabric, another reason that this card carrier is practically invisible.

    • Horizontal & Vertical Design

      Most slim wallets either have horizontal slots or vertical slots on both sides, as it is easier to manufacture it that way. Our design was led by usability, and so we decided to have one side be vertical and the other horizontal.

      What’s the advantage?

      Most people use one or two cards most frequently. So if you put your credit card on the horizontal slot with a cutout and your driver’s license on the vertical slot with the cutout, you can reach into your pocket and intuitively feel which card is the credit card and which one is the license. This convenience affords you very quick access to the card you want, even when it is absolutely dark outside. We also appreciate that it makes the overall design of the carrier more unique and unexpected.

    • Four Card Slots

      The dedicated slots of this card carrier were designed to hold four cards, but each slot can hold an additional card if desired. Be aware that the leather of that slot will conform to hold two cards and will become too loose to securely hold a single card if “double stacked” for a few days.

    • Folded Edges on Card Carrier Slot

      Unlike most wallets, which feature cardholders that have simply been cut into the leather, these cardholders have been fastidiously constructed, securely sewn into the leather, and held in position by the durable backing; even the edges of the pockets are folded. Secure stitching means that your cards are held tightly in place, even after years of use, but with sufficient give to allow each card to slip out. To ensure simple ease of access, two cardholders, one on each side of the carrier, feature cut-outs that allow you to quickly slip out the cards you most often use.

    • Cut Thumb-Push Cut-Outs

      Please note that the edges around the thumb-push cut-outs have cut edges with edge dressing and are not folded.

      Why not?

      Every time a card is put into that slot, it would push against the folded edge and damage it, so in this section we opted for a cut and painted edge. Note that the cut-outs have been carefully positioned to avoid external damage and they will not negatively affect the overall durability of the carrier.

    • Secure Central Open Pocket

      Sandwiched between the layers of the card carrier is a fully lined central open pocket. This central open pocket can be used for the temporary storage of cash, receipts, ticket stubs, and perhaps a hastily-scrawled telephone number. Please be aware that the more cards you store in the wallet, the more compressed and difficult to access the central slot will become.

    • Quality Card Carrier Backing and Lining for Slimness and Ease of Use

      The leather panels of this card carrier have been secured with a viscose fabric backing and lining made in Italy that has been specially selected to function as the ideal complement to our chosen leather.

      Why fabric and not all leather?

      While we tested an all-leather variety, it proved too bulky: the additional layers of leather made the wallet much thicker without notably improving its strength. The viscose fabric, however, allows for unparalleled slimness without compromising durability.

      In addition to its slimness and ensuring structural stability that contributes to better longevity, this special fabric also facilitates the smooth removal of cards from their pockets thanks to its slippery surface. This material was also specifically chosen to not degrade the leather, allowing for the thinnest possible leather slim wallet.

      This viscose fabric has also been treated so that it does not fray when being cut, ensuring superior endurance and a neat, beautiful appearance at the seams with no tattered edges. We specifically selected adhesives that ensure a strong bonding to the leather to further improve durability and a clean look.

    • Tastefully Debossed on Card Holder Front

      The name and elegant crest of Fort Belvedere appear on the horizontal side of the card carrier, discreetly identifying the maker of this fine product in a refined and unobtrusive way.

    • Card Holder with Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID) Blocking

      To protect you in an ever-changing world, the exterior of this card carrier has been specially treated to block RFID signals that could be used to access your cards and steal your money or information. This treatment has been carefully applied between the leather and the moire on the outside layer so that it does not adversely affect the appearance or hand of the leather.

    • We Spared No Expense on this Card Holder

      With our additional leather inner layer, this card carrier has about twice the leather of our competitors.

      The size was also carefully chosen to fit elegantly in your hand with reduced bulk: while others select their product sizes based on dimensions to maximize the yield from standard hide sides, our dimensions are determined only by what works best for you.

      With neatness and attention to detail evident at every step of production, this card carrier is truly an example of artisanal craft.

    • Extensively Tested Cardholder

      We subjected this card carrier to over a year of extensive field testing and accelerated stress testing: every issue and fault has been identified through hands-on experimentation by our team and fully resolved. Like every Fort Belvedere product, it exceeds our own high standards, and we cannot wait to hear about your experiences with this card carrier.

    A stack of Fort Belvedere wallets.
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