Our story

PASSION FOR SUCCESS - FAMILY TRADITION SINCE 1923

This motto drives us every day.

The Friedrich family tradition dates back to the 1920s  of the last century  back when Josef Friedrich his  Love of leather as a vocation  made.

Our products stand for quality and functionality

We combine hand-picked materials with the highest craftsmanship and  one  Passion for details to pamper our customers - who are always at the center of our actions - with exclusive products.

1920s

Josef Friedrich gained experience in his uncle's small leather goods business and took over his uncle's small leather goods business in 1949 with five home workers and three representatives.

1983

Ingo Friedrich (son) began his apprenticeship as a wallet maker in 1967 and finally founded the current family business in 1983 and began producing wallets, key rings, writing and document folders.

2005

Markus Friedrich continues the family tradition and joins the company as managing director.

2006

The brands Friedrich23 and F23 (later Crosstravel by F23) are introduced.