Mk I Natural

$145.00

The MK1 Natural Waxy is the definitive choice for those who appreciate the raw, tactile evolution of high-end leather. Using a slightly lighter 3oz Badalassi Carlo Waxy leather, this edition offers a slimmed-down profile without compromising the legendary "pull-up" character that makes Italian vegetable-tan famous.

The Materials

  • 100% Badalassi Carlo Waxy (Italy): This 3oz leather is precision-milled and heavily infused with oils and tallow. It features a rugged, matte surface that is incredibly responsive to touch.

  • Dynamic Pull-Up: The "Waxy" finish is engineered to shift color with movement. When the leather is flexed or handled, the internal oils migrate, creating a beautiful marbled effect of lighter honey tones against a deeper tobacco base.

  • Non-Waxed Braided Thread: Hand-stitched with a premium matte thread. The absence of wax on the thread ensures a clean, modern stitch line that won't attract pocket lint or dull over time.

  • Glass-Smooth Edges: Despite the rustic grain, the edges are meticulously hand-sanded and burnished to a natural, high-gloss finish.

Technical Specifications

  • Dimensions (Closed): 3.125" W x 4.25" H

  • Profile Thickness: ~0.35" (Optimized for front-pocket carry)

  • Weight: 3oz leather construction (approx. 1.2mm per layer)

  • Construction: 100% Hand-Saddle Stitched. Unlike machine-stitched wallets, this weave will never unravel even if a stitch is damaged.

  • Capacity: 4 card slots + 1 thumb-slide ID window.

  • Signature Branding: The Schaefer Atelier "Small Batch" hallmark is deep-etched into the ID window.

The Evolution

The 3oz Natural Waxy is a "living" leather. Within the first few weeks of carry, the friction of your pocket will polish the matte surface into a rich, glass-like amber patina. This wallet is designed to age faster and more dramatically than almost any other leather in the collection.

The MK1 Natural Waxy is the definitive choice for those who appreciate the raw, tactile evolution of high-end leather. Using a slightly lighter 3oz Badalassi Carlo Waxy leather, this edition offers a slimmed-down profile without compromising the legendary "pull-up" character that makes Italian vegetable-tan famous.

The Materials

  • 100% Badalassi Carlo Waxy (Italy): This 3oz leather is precision-milled and heavily infused with oils and tallow. It features a rugged, matte surface that is incredibly responsive to touch.

  • Dynamic Pull-Up: The "Waxy" finish is engineered to shift color with movement. When the leather is flexed or handled, the internal oils migrate, creating a beautiful marbled effect of lighter honey tones against a deeper tobacco base.

  • Non-Waxed Braided Thread: Hand-stitched with a premium matte thread. The absence of wax on the thread ensures a clean, modern stitch line that won't attract pocket lint or dull over time.

  • Glass-Smooth Edges: Despite the rustic grain, the edges are meticulously hand-sanded and burnished to a natural, high-gloss finish.

Technical Specifications

  • Dimensions (Closed): 3.125" W x 4.25" H

  • Profile Thickness: ~0.35" (Optimized for front-pocket carry)

  • Weight: 3oz leather construction (approx. 1.2mm per layer)

  • Construction: 100% Hand-Saddle Stitched. Unlike machine-stitched wallets, this weave will never unravel even if a stitch is damaged.

  • Capacity: 4 card slots + 1 thumb-slide ID window.

  • Signature Branding: The Schaefer Atelier "Small Batch" hallmark is deep-etched into the ID window.

The Evolution

The 3oz Natural Waxy is a "living" leather. Within the first few weeks of carry, the friction of your pocket will polish the matte surface into a rich, glass-like amber patina. This wallet is designed to age faster and more dramatically than almost any other leather in the collection.