German Textured Leather Cigar Case - Four-Cigar Hard-Shell Holder, Crocodile Texture

Welcome to Pipe Collectors Encyclopedia, your premier destination for museum-quality estate pipes with comprehensive historical and technical documentation. This is a German-made protective cigar case from a closed tobacconist's inventory, circa mid-20th century. A four-cigar hard-shell holder featuring crocodile-textured leather in two-tone green (dark and light), with a distinctive dual-lid closure design. A functional accessory from the golden era of German leather craftsmanship. GERMAN LEATHER GOODS CONTEXT: German tobacconist accessories from the mid-twentieth century reflect the nation's reputation for precision engineering and materials craft. Cigar cases of this caliber were typically produced for retail sale in high-end tobacco shops, accompanying premium domestic and imported cigars. The crocodile-embossed finish and dual-lid mechanism indicate a producer focused on both aesthetic distinction and daily utility. No specific maker's mark has been identified on this example to date. GRADING AND MARKS: - No maker's stamp or hallmark visible on exterior surfaces - Two-tone leather construction: dark green primary, light green secondary - Crocodile-style embossed texture throughout - Dual-lid closure system (upper and lower lids) - Interior divided into four individual cigar slots - Origin: German manufacture, country of origin to be confirmed by provenance CASE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION: Hard-shell construction measures 6 inches in total length with 4.5 inches width and 0.25 inches depth when closed. Interior chamber divided into four equal slots, each sized to accommodate standard 4-inch cigars with protective spacing. The two-tone green leather combines visual sophistication with textured grip security. LEATHER AND FINISH: Textured leather with crocodile-emboss pattern applied to genuine leather substrate. Two-tone coloring (dark and light green) creates visual interest while the embossed pattern provides impact resistance and grip texture. The finish shows character consistent with age and estate use. CONDITION REPORT: Vintage condition. Overall structural integrity sound. Leather shows patina and age-appropriate wear consistent with estate tobacconist inventory storage. No documented repairs. Dual-lid mechanism functions as designed. Interior slots intact and secure. Full condition assessment pending hands-on examination. Grading: Very Good to Excellent for age and use category. DIMENSIONS: - Total length: 6 inches - Width: 4.5 inches - Depth when closed: 0.25 inches - Individual cigar slot capacity: 4 inches per cigar - Four-cigar total capacity - Weight: to be confirmed This German estate cigar case ships directly from the Faridunhill archive with worldwide availability. All items undergo professional conservation and sanitation protocols prior to shipment. SKU: SKU-209