The Real Leather Co. Reviews 

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.6

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Looking at 89 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers frequently praise the excellent customer service and the helpfulness of the staff, who are noted for their professionalism and quick responses. People often appreciate the quality and design of the products, finding them well-made and aesthetically pleasing. The website is also mentioned for its ease of use during the ordering process. However, some people were dissatisfied with aspects of product quality, citing issues like straps breaking, zippers failing, or liners tearing. There are also concerns about products not matching descriptions, particularly regarding leather type and origin, and some reviewers received items that appeared used or poorly packaged. Additionally, a few customers experienced delays in order delivery or slow communication from customer service regarding issues.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I needed to return a bag because it was larger than I had expected. It was beautiful and of high quality but just too large. It took a few weeks to do the return and get the refund, but throughout th... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Giving this review 4 stars, not because of the product but because of the shipping. The original package was lost by the shipper. This was addressed by the seller with the assistance of Rigelle who... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I purchased the Man Bag and I love it! It looks great. The service was excellent as is the quality of the bag. Website made it easy to order and understand how to care for leather bags after purchase.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just received my Man Bag - great design (lots of individual zippered places to store stuff); light weight, and well made. But the highlight of my experience was the staff. Zac was very cor... See more

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Company details

  1. Leather Goods Store

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Our mission is to bring timeless style, premium craft, and smart design to professionals. We offer minimalist luxury goods that match discerning tastes.


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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Two zippers failed in just under two…

Two zippers failed in just under two years on a $200+ bag. One lost a tooth and the other has a tooth that engages but separates with movement. Now the bag comes open and contents spill out. Just terrible.

15 April 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

Hi Mark,

Thank you for submitting your feedback. We regret to learn that the zipper of your bag has developed an issue. We are sorry to see you did not contact us directly to try to resolve the issue together.

It is important to note that the bag has been in use for more than 2 years, and this is well past our current guarantee period.

Thank you for your understanding.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Company does not stand by products

After owning this bag for less than a year, the lining tore badly. I brought this to the company's attention to see what could be done and they told me several things I found unacceptable.
First, there is only a 30 day return policy. There is no workmanship warranty and the extended warranty you can buy when you purchase is 1 year only.
Second, they said this was normal wear and tear. I have owned bags for close to 40 years and I have never seen issues like this.
I am well aware that I did not pay a lot for the bag relatively. However, although I did not expect great I didnt expect garbage either.

15 May 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

Hi Paul,

Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

We are sorry to hear that this has happened to your bag. However, upon reviewing the photos you have sent to us after contacting our customer support, it looks like something significant happened to your bag that has severely damaged it. This is not covered within our policy.

Our company prides itself on the quality of our bags. Looking at the photos you have provided, we are convinced that there is no manufacturing defect or quality issue. Please be advised that we only replace a bag if the complaint is due to a manufacturing defect or quality issue within our guarantee period. This service is not available when the damage was performed by the customer.

This ticket has been escalated to leadership and they are satisfied we have followed all our policies here.

Thank you for your understanding.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic leather product and great customer service

First let me say the leather backpacks are nice quality. I bought one for my grandson as a graduation gift. He decided he might like a smaller better. Liz was able to walk me through the entire process of returning and selecting another. Without her, I would have been frustrated because I needed a refund quickly before ordering the replacement. Time was extremely important. Liz responded to my emails promptly and eased my stress. I may need to buy me something because I was so expressed with customer service and product quality.

28 March 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

Hi Donna,
What a wonderful review! Thank you for choosing us for your grandson's graduation gift. :)

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Returned a bag to them over a month…

Update. The Real Leather Company had my review taken down because they claimed it to be harmful or illegal. Trust Pilot reviewed and needless to say put the review back online. Please do not buy from The real leather company.

Update, on April 14th they emailed to note that the return was not in the original packaging. I responded with, yes it is, I just opened it to inspect the bag. Today they emailed stating that the box I sent was empty.

Returned a bag to them over a month ago. They will not process my return because the warehouse can't verify my return. Bag was return original packaging. BBB gives them a D review. Do not buy from them.

28 April 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

Hello Shawn,

We acknowledge and appreciate the time you have taken to provide your feedback. We're sorry to see you felt the need to leave a negative review here. We would like to explain the situation from our side.

As communicated in our direct correspondence, there was an incident that led to this dispute. As you are aware, our warehouse reported, with evidence, that the return received from you contained an empty box. This is against our return policies and is not an occasion for which we can provide a refund. We felt our request at this time to have Trustpilot take down this review was adequate as we did not feel this review accurately depicted an accurate customer experience.

Thankfully, you were then able to provide a return receipt which showed that when you shipped the return, the weight of the box indicated that the item was present in the box. We've been unable to get to the bottom of why it then appeared at our warehouse without the item. We've had to put that down to an unfortunate incident that must have happened along the way with the courier. This is extremely unfortunate and the first time we've seen this happen.

We then of course provided you a full refund and processed the loss of inventory on our side. We wish to apologize for the delay profusely and the extremely difficult inconvenience here.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I ordered a bifold leather wallet

I ordered a bifold leather wallet not knowing other color were available and contacted customer support via email and rigelle prompted adjusted order for another color I choose. Quick reply and help

2 May 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

HI Mark,
Thank you for your kind review. We truly appreciate your support and hope you enjoy your new wallet in the color of your choice!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Retro Bag and replacement strap support

I ordered “The Retro,” Messenger bag two years ago and absolutely love it and use it as my daily work bag. Recently, after overloading the bag, the metal clasp on the strap broke. When I reached out to see about ordering a new strap, Liz was able to help me get a replacement strap in the original color of my bag which isn’t even being run anymore. I was blown away at the prompt and excellent support I received. I will definitely continue shopping here in the future.

23 April 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

Hi Jonathan,
Thank you for your kind feedback! We're thrilled to hear that "The Retro" Messenger bag has been such a cherished companion for your daily work needs over the past two years.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sense of urgency customer service!!

Sense of urgency customer service!!

24 April 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

Hi Melvin,
We're thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with our customer service team! Providing prompt and attentive assistance is a top priority for us, and it's wonderful to know that our efforts are making a difference. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and serves as motivation for us to continue delivering exceptional service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Innovative customer service

Overall the customer service group and Liz, in particular, were prompt, accurate and innovative. I was searching for an item that was not in their on line catalog. After some email correspondence Liz was able to come with a solution that suited me very well.
I can recommend the Real Leather Company without any reservations.

18 April 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

Hi Jack,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! It's fantastic to know that Liz was able to go above and beyond to help you find the perfect product for you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I'm a Modern Day Indiana Jones

The product ordered through The Real Leather Company was well designed and well made. It was exactly what I was looking for. Not only that, their communication throughout the ordering process was tremendous.

3 April 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

Hi Todd,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you're satisfied with the product you received and that it met your expectations. Providing excellent communication and high-quality products are top priorities for us, so we're glad to know that we delivered on both fronts.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Gift, Real People

The lap top bags have made perfect gifts for our daughters when they graduated college. It was helpful for them to look professional by losing their college backpacks and carry an impressive leather laptop bag into their new workplace. Their customer support has real people that are very friendly and ready to help.

4 April 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

Thank you so much for your glowing feedback, Bob!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Broke in a month, didn’t quite look as advertised but that’s honestly fair because of how leather is

So it definitely didn’t look as advertised, it was extremely delayed getting here, and while walking down the street, one of the buckles broke! Then, as I was googling a cobbler or other skilled local who could help fix my bag which I loved so dearly, the second buckle broke! Not caught on anything, just flat broke off. The staples which connect the loop to the buckles just bent out of place. They both broke in the exact same way. Honestly, I’d love a replacement or a fix, because as painful as this experience was, the bag was beautiful, and I could tell the intent was to make something of value, it just didn’t work out because of(I think) one poor design decision. I respect the artistry, and while my review on the website wasn’t as kindly worded, the fact of the matter still stands, it broke almost immediately, less than a month of use (it was only gifted to me when I visited for christmas, which occurred around new years, and I only got around to transferring my stuff over two or three weeks after).
By the way, I know this review is late, I’m a busy person, so I didn’t think to leave one until recently. Thanks for your time.

23 February 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

Hi Will,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.

As communicated to you over email multiple emails, we have agreed to replace your bag. This even though it has already been 4 months since the delivery date. This is outside our usual policies. We provided the return instructions on April 30, but we have not heard from you since.

Regarding the delayed delivery, please be aware that the purchase was made during the peak of the Christmas season where some packages were delayed due to high volume. We can see that your order was delivered within 10 days from the order date.

We would appreciate it if you could get back to us via email so that we can proceed with the replacement.

Thank you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Stellar and Thoughtful Customer Service

I had a small issue with the bag that I ordered and when I inquired about a repair or replacement, Liz provided stellar customer service. Given the complexity of the issue, she provided thoughtful, genuine concern, provided accurate timelines and explanations of next steps, and kept me in the loop every step of the way. I particularly appreciated that she didn't promise the world right away and asked for details about the issue. Along with such a positive experience, It made me feel like the company cares deeply about their customers and craftsmanship, while also being a good steward of their resources. My experience made me incredibly glad that I made my purchase and I am happy to tell others about my great experience.

21 March 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

Hi Matt,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We greatly appreciate it and have passed it on to Liz. Our team strives to provide personalized and attentive assistance to every customer, especially when dealing with any issues or concerns. We take pride in ensuring that each customer receives the best possible experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect gift and quality bag

I purchased this gift for my brother and he absolutely loves it. I initially ordered a different bag and because he wanted something different I had to cancel the first order. Customer service successfully assisted my cancellation and I was able to order the one that he liked and now loves. Thank you!

19 March 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

Hi there,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. We're happy to hear that your brother loves his new bag :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Real Leather Company shows what…

The Real Leather Company shows what real customer service is all about. I had a small issue with a new duffel bag sending them pictures. They responded within 24 hours and took care of the issue immediately.
I recommend them highly not only for their customer service, but for the quality of their products!

4 March 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

Hi Michael,
Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that we were able to swiftly address the issue with your duffel bag and provide you with the level of customer service that we strive for.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer service was very quick…

Customer service was very quick answering any questions I had about my return. Rigelle Gomez was great as a rep.

8 March 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

Hi Rick,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We truly appreciate your feedback and are thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with our customer service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Liz was the support representative who…

Liz was the support representative who was helping me out, she was very timely with her responses and answered all of my questions.

4 March 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

We are delighted to hear that! Thank you, Ben!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Thought I was getting a real leather…

Thought I was getting a real leather bag, and got a chemical smelling bag labeled “made in China” without any indication of authenticity included. The insert provided for care has a bunch of misspellings. I ordered from an Ontario company (or so I thought) to avoid dropshippers, but apparently got scammed. Would never have paid this much if I knew it was going to arrive like this. I own a real leather bag and the smell is completely different.

27 February 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

Hi there, we're sorry to hear of your difficulties. We've been unable to locate your order in our system and have no record of this type of customer interaction. We have no affiliation with Ontario and all our bags are 100% real leather. We're wondering if perhaps you have us mixed up with another brand? Again, we're sorry to hear of your difficulties here.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Customer Service

It’s so nice to actually communicate with someone live and work through your respective situation. Liz Duron was a pleasure to work with.. she was prompt, professional, and solution oriented. I was sent a new buckle to replace a defective one. I strongly recommend The Real Leather Company

23 February 2024
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Reply from The Real Leather Co.

We are happy to hear this, Paul! Your feedback reinforces our commitment to delivering excellence in every aspect of our business.

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