Ettinger (British company)
British leather goods retailer
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Ettinger is a British leather goods manufacturer founded in 1934 by Gerard Ettinger.[1] The company specializes in handcrafted wallets, bags, and leather accessories.[2] Based in London, Ettinger holds a Royal Warrant of Appointment as Manufacturers of Leathergoods to HM The King[3] and remains family-owned, currently run by Robert Ettinger, Gerard's elder son.[2][4]
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| Industry | leather industry  |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1934 |
| Founder | Gerry Ettinger |
| Headquarters | London |
Area served | Europe Japan |
| Website | www |
History
Ettinger was founded in 1934 by Gerard Ettinger.[1] The company initially supplied leather goods to major department stores including Harrods, Fortnum & Mason, and Asprey.[1]
Robert took over leadership in 1990.[5] The company received a Royal Warrant to HRH The Prince of Wales in 1996.[2] In 1999, Ettinger acquired James Homer Ltd which was established in 1890, along with its entire workforce.[2]
In 2010, the company opened its first retail outlet.[6] In 2013, Ettinger opened its first stand-alone shop in Tokyo.[6]
Company overview
The company is headquartered in London, with its factory located in Walsall, northwest of Birmingham.[2][3]
The company operates a showroom in Putney.[6]
Exports account for the majority of Ettinger's sales, with 70 percent of revenue coming from foreign markets.[7] The company sells to customers in over 210 countries and exports 90 percent of production to the US, Japan, Korea, China and Europe.[2][6]