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How 24k gold plating works
Gold Plating
Feb 2025

How 24k gold plating works — and what makes ours different

Not all gold plating is equal. We explain the process we use in our Almelo workshop and why it produces a finish that lasts years longer than standard methods.

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Nile crocodile leather guide
Materials
Jan 2025

The complete guide to Nile crocodile leather

Why Nile crocodile is the most prized exotic leather in the world, how to identify it, and what to look for in a bespoke piece made from it.

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Bespoke vs configurator
Bespoke
Dec 2024

Configurator vs fully bespoke — which is right for you?

Both routes end with a singular object made by hand. But they start differently. We explain what distinguishes them and how to decide.

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How to care for exotic leather
Care
Nov 2024

How to care for your exotic leather piece

Crocodile, python, ostrich — each requires a slightly different approach. Our craftsmen share the exact care routine we recommend to every client.

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Gold plated iPhone guide
Gold Plating
Oct 2024

Everything you need to know before commissioning a gold-plated iPhone

From model selection to finish choice to delivery — your complete guide to commissioning a bespoke gold-plated phone from OJ Exclusive.

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Python leather history
Materials
Sep 2024

Python leather — history, properties, and why we love it

The graphic pattern of reticulated python has been prized for centuries. We explore what makes it unique and how we work with it in our atelier.

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Craft process leather jacket
Craft & Process
Aug 2024

Inside the making of a bespoke exotic leather jacket

From pattern cutting to final stitching — we take you through the exact process our craftsmen follow to produce a jacket from start to finish.

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Apple Watch gold commission
Bespoke
Jul 2024

Commissioning a 24k gold Apple Watch Ultra — one client's story

A client in Dubai wanted something no one else had. This is how the commission evolved from first message to finished piece.

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