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Saffiano Leather Cylinder Boxes

Cylinder boxes in saffiano leather, made to your dimensions and your logo. The cross-hatch distorts as it wraps a curve, and on a tube that distortion runs the full height where everyone sees it. A faceted body is the way to use saffiano at this shape.

Saffiano Leather Cylinder Boxes made to order by Chung Ngai, Hong Kong
Hand assembly at the bench

What this construction is

A cylinder box is a rolled tube with a fitted lid, and it presents a piece with no corners anywhere. A bangle, a coiled chain or a rolled bracelet sits in it the way it is worn, which a square box cannot do without wasted space.

Saffiano leather on this construction, specifically

The cross-hatch distorts as it wraps a curve, and on a tube that distortion runs the full height where everyone sees it. A faceted body is the way to use saffiano at this shape.

Getting the fit right

Wall thickness and the lid fit are set together — a rolled wall flexes slightly, so a lid that fits a rigid box will be either tight or loose on a tube. The fit is confirmed on a physical sample, always.

The mistake to avoid

A cylinder rolls. Without a flat, a foot or a base pad it will not stay where it is put on a counter, and that is a design decision rather than something to solve later with a stand.

Where it is used

Bangles, coiled chains, rolled bracelets and gift sets, plus anywhere a brand wants a shape that stands out among rectangles on a shelf.

Why saffiano leather

Saffiano is leather finished with a fine cross-hatch press and a protective coating. It is the most hard-wearing leather finish we use.

Putting your logo on saffiano leather

The coating means foil sits on the surface rather than sinking in, so a hot-stamp stays crisp. Deboss is shallower than on plain calf, by the nature of the finish.

Cutting the interior in saffiano leather

Wrapped over a rigid shell, with the cross-hatch running square to the box edge.

Wipe clean. It tolerates handling far better than an untreated hide.

What we need from you

What we needWhy
Piece dimensionsSets the interior
Saffiano leather colourMatched to a Pantone reference or a swatch
Logo artworkVector gives the cleanest die or screen
Saffiano leather on this constructionThe cross-hatch distorts as it wraps a curve, and on a tube that distortion runs the full height where everyone sees it.

Frequently asked questions

Is saffiano leather a good choice for a cylinder box?

The cross-hatch distorts as it wraps a curve, and on a tube that distortion runs the full height where everyone sees it. A faceted body is the way to use saffiano at this shape.

How does saffiano leather wear on this construction?

Wipe clean. It tolerates handling far better than an untreated hide.

Can it be made in our colour?

Yes — the saffiano leather is matched to a Pantone reference or a physical swatch, and confirmed on a sample.

What logo methods suit saffiano leather?

The coating means foil sits on the surface rather than sinking in, so a hot-stamp stays crisp. Deboss is shallower than on plain calf, by the nature of the finish.

Can I see it before ordering?

Yes. A physical pre-production sample is made to your specification and the bulk run is held to the sample you approve.

Make your cylinder boxes

Tell us the piece, your brand and the quantity you have in mind. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.