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Aviator Leather
On The Aviator Leather Collection
Clean this leather with warm water and a soft cloth. For best results, clean the entire panel evenly, not just the soiled spot. Do not saturate. Allow to dry thoroughly.

We do not recommend using saddle soaps, commercial leather cleaners or preservatives. While these products will not harm the leather, they often contain wax or oil, which can darken the leather or cause it to permanently show water spots.

Ballistic Nylon
On The Intensity® Collection
Ballistic nylon is treated to repel water, dirt and stains, which makes cleaning easy. Clean with mild soap and water using a nylon-bristled brush. Do not saturate the fabric. For best results, clean the entire panel, not just the soiled area. Stubborn stains may be treated with Simple Green®, Fantastik®, Woolite® or 409®. Foaming upholstery cleaners made for wool-nylon blend fabrics also works well. After your fabric has been cleaned, spray it with Scotchgard® to restore its water, dirt and stain resistance properties. These cleaners should not be used on leather trim.*

*Note: When using any commercial cleaning product, follow the manufacturer's directions carefully.

Belting Leather
On The Belting Leather Collection, The Wings® Collection, The Tweed™ Collection, The Legend™ Collection, The Statesmen™ Collection, The Alliance™ Collection, The Advisor™ Collection
This impressive leather acquires a lustrous patina with age. To clean, wash with a soft cloth and warm water. For best results, clean the entire panel evenly, not just the soiled spot. Do not saturate. Allow to dry thoroughly.

We do not recommend using saddle soaps, commercial leather cleaners or preservatives. While these products will not harm the leather, they often contain wax or oil, which can darken the leather or cause it to permanently show water spots.

Scuffs or bruises can be minimized by rubbing the area with a soft, dry cloth. This brings the natural oils to the surface. When the product is new, the natural waxes may form a milky looking film on the surface. Simply rub with a clean, dry, soft cloth to see the natural beauty emerge. Reoccurrence of this film will lessen with use over time.

Cowhide Leather
On The Ivy Road Collection™
Clean the leather with warm water and a soft cloth. Wash the entire area evenly, but do not saturate. Allow to dry thoroughly.
Diamond Monogram Jacquard Fabric
On The Wings® Collection
Diamond monogram jacquard fabric is treated to repel water, dirt and stains, which makes cleaning easy. Clean with mild soap and cold water using a damp cloth. For best results, clean the entire panel evenly, not just the soiled area. Do not saturate the fabric. Allow to dry thoroughly. Spray with Scotchgard® to restore water and stain resistance properties.*

*Note: When using any commercial product, follow the manufacturer's directions carefully.

English Bridle Leather
On The Luxe™ Collection
Clean with warm water and a soft cloth. For best results, clean the entire panel evenly, not just the soiled spot. Do not saturate. Allow to dry thoroughly.

We do not recommend using saddle soaps, commercial leather cleaners or preservatives. While these products will not harm the leather, they often contain wax or oil, which can darken the leather or cause it to permanently show water spots.

Scuffs or bruises can be minimized by rubbing the area with a soft, dry cloth. This brings the natural oils to the surface.

Exotic Collection Alligator
On The Exotic Collection
It is recommended that you not expose to water. If item does get wet, simply wipe with a soft cloth and allow it to dry naturally. Do not apply heat. Extreme dryness or moisture is unwanted. A sheepskin mitt will shine the surface very nicely. Please avoid course cloths as the grain will scratch the surface.

Try not to handle the accessories with alcohol, hand lotion or any other product or oils on your hands. Avoid direct sunlight for it may cause discoloration to the tanned skins. Please do not use any type of household cleaner on the surface of the product.

Full Grain Leather
On The Capital™ Collection
Clean this leather with warm water and a soft cloth. For best results, clean the entire panel evenly, not just the soiled spot. Do not saturate. Allow to dry thoroughly.

We do not recommend using saddle soaps, commercial leather cleaners or preservatives. While these products will not harm the leather, they often contain wax or oil, which can darken the leather or cause it to permanently show water spots.

Italian Embossed Leather
On The Italian Embossed Leather Collection
Clean all leather with warm water and a soft cloth. For best results, clean the entire panel evenly, not just the soiled spot. Do not saturate. Allow to dry thoroughly.

We do not recommend using saddle soaps, commercial leather cleaners or preservatives. While these products will not harm the leather, they often contain wax or oil, which can darken the leather or cause it to permanently show water spots.

Regatta Leather
On The Regatta Collection

Clean this leather with warm water and a soft cloth. For best results, clean the entire panel evenly, not just the soiled spot. Do not saturate. Allow to dry thoroughly.

We do not recommend using saddle soaps, commercial leather cleaners or preservatives. While these products will not harm the leather, they often contain wax or oil, which can darken the leather or cause it to permanently show water spots.

Rhapsody™ Fabric
On The Rhapsody™ Collection
Fabric: Clean with mild soap and water using a damp cloth. Do not saturate the fabric. For best results, clean the entire panel, not just the soiled area. Allow to dry thoroughly. Spray with Scotchgard® to restore water and stain resistant properties.*

Ballistic Nylon: Clean with mild soap and water using a nylon-bristled brush. Do not saturate the fabric. For best results, clean the entire panel, not just the soiled area. Allow to dry thoroughly. Spray the fabric with Scotchgard® to restore water and stain-resistant properties.*

*Note: When using any commercial product, always follow the manufacturer’s directions carefully.

Tweed™ Fabric
On The Tweed™ Collection
Hartmann’s exclusive tweed fabric is treated with a DuPont® Teflon® finish to repel water, dirt and stains, which makes cleaning easy. Clean with mild soap and water using a nylon-bristled brush. For best results, clean the entire panel evenly, not just the soiled area. Do not saturate the fabric. Stubborn stains may be treated with Simple Green®, Fantastik®, Woolite®, or 409®. Foaming upholstery cleaners made for wool-nylon blend fabrics also work well. After your piece has been cleaned, spray the fabric with Scotchgard® to restore its water and stain resistance properties. These cleaners should not be used on leather trim.*

*Note: When using any commercial cleaning product, follow the manufacturer's directions carefully.

Wool Fabric
On The Luxe™ Collection
Hartmann’s exclusive wool fabrics are treated to repel water, dirt and stains, which makes cleaning easy. Spot clean when necessary. Do not saturate the fabric. Allow to dry thoroughly.
Linings
All cases are lined with fabrics that are treated to repel moisture and resist permanent staining, which makes cleaning easy. Most soil and stains can be removed by using commercially available spot removers such as K-2R®.*

*Note: When using any commercial cleaning product, follow the manufacturer's directions carefully.

Hardware
Avoid oiling locks or hinges, since oil may leak in and stain case linings or clothing. If hardware should become scratched, rub lightly with fine steel wool and re-seal with lacquer or clear nail polish.*

*Note: When using any commercial product, follow the manufacturer's directions carefully.



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