What it does
A ring slot tray is a shallow tray with a row of slots, so a range of rings is shown together, upright and in order. It is how a graded range is presented and how it is put back correctly at the end of the day.
Leatherette on a ring slot tray, specifically
Each slot has to be turned under rather than simply cut, which is real work and gives the sharpest-looking tray we make. Rings sit by shape rather than friction, so the pitch and width have to be right first time.
Getting the proportion right
Slot pitch and depth decide how many rings fit and how they read. Slots too close and the rings touch; too far apart and the tray looks half empty. The pitch should be set from the widest shank in the range, not the average.
How leatherette is applied to a display form
Leatherette is wrapped and its edges are turned under, so every visible edge is a folded edge rather than a cut one. It will not stretch far, so a tight compound curve is built up in sections with the joins placed where they face away from the customer.
Where it is used
Counter cases showing a graded range, and back-of-house storage where the same tray goes into the safe overnight. That double use is the reason it is worth specifying properly.
Leatherette under case lighting
It has a slight sheen, so a strong spot will show a highlight along the top of a riser. That is usually flattering on a plain block and unflattering on a curved bust, which is worth knowing before you specify it.
The mistake to avoid
A tray cut for plain bands will not take the same range once a set stone is added. Where the range includes both, the slots are cut to the widest and the plain bands simply sit lower.
Why leatherette
Leatherette display gives a harder, more architectural line than fabric. The grain catches light along an edge, which defines the shape of a riser or a tray.
Wipes clean, which is why it suits trays that go on a counter and come back.
What we need from you
| What we need | Why |
|---|---|
| Height and footprint | Slot pitch and depth decide how many rings fit and how they read. |
| Leatherette colour | Matched to a Pantone reference or a swatch |
| Leatherette on this form | Each slot has to be turned under rather than simply cut, which is real work and gives the sharpest-looking tray we make. |
Frequently asked questions
Can ring slot trays be made in our brand colour?
Yes — the leatherette is matched to a Pantone reference or a physical swatch, and confirmed on a sample.
What sizes do ring slot trays come in?
They are made to your dimensions. Slot pitch and depth decide how many rings fit and how they read. Slots too close and the rings touch; too far apart and the tray looks half empty. The pitch should be set from the widest shank in the range, not the average.
Is leatherette a good choice for a ring slot tray?
Each slot has to be turned under rather than simply cut, which is real work and gives the sharpest-looking tray we make. Rings sit by shape rather than friction, so the pitch and width have to be right first time.
What goes wrong most often with ring slot trays?
A tray cut for plain bands will not take the same range once a set stone is added. Where the range includes both, the slots are cut to the widest and the plain bands simply sit lower.
Can ring slot trays be made to match our boxes?
Yes — the same leatherette and the same colour across boxes and display, ordered in one run.
Specify your ring slot trays
Tell us your case or window height, what the ring slot trays have to show, and your brand colour. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.