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The Protea & Maple Leather Co.

Where Craftsmanship Tells a Story

Welcome to The Protea & Maple Leather Company—a place where my passion for craftsmanship and global inspiration takes shape. Every piece is thoughtfully made, blending the resilience and character of South African roots (Protea) with the strength and dependability of North American tradition (Maple).

I’m committed to honest sourcing and careful design, ensuring each item is built to last—and created to become part of your everyday story. For me, leatherwork is about more than what you carry; it’s about carrying meaning, the kind that stays with you through all of life’s moments.

Want to know how this all began?

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Meet the Team

  • A smiling man with a beard and sunglasses on his head, wearing a white T-shirt and a black crossbody bag, standing outdoors near a body of water with a city skyline in the background during sunset.

    Richardt Scholtz

    FOUNDER

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