Restelli gloves are born from a careful and meticulous selection of raw materials. This is where our idea of luxury begins: in the choice of the finest leathers and in the respect for timing and artisanal gestures handed down through generations. Even before cutting, even before stitching, each hide undergoes a strict quality inspection—carried out entirely by hand.
At our headquarters on Corso Sempione, in Milan, we examine each leather using tools such as the dial thickness gauge: a simple-looking yet highly precise instrument that allows us to measure the leather’s thickness down to a tenth of a millimeter.
Why is this step so important? Because every glove model requires a different thickness: a perfect balance between softness, strength, and elasticity. And only through manual inspection can we ensure that each hide meets our standards. We don’t rely solely on sight or touch: every detail is measured, assessed, and approved.
Behind every hide lies a process that requires patience, care, and respect for the material. Our leathers come from carefully selected tanneries, specialized in processes that preserve the material’s original properties.
Tanning is a crucial step: it’s where, once approved, raw hide is transformed into a noble material, ready to last over time. We work with tanners who use methods that take weeks, but result in full, soft, velvety, vibrant leathers.
