Our Story

WITH PASSION FOR SUCCESS - FAMILY TRADITION SINCE 1923

This motto drives us on every day.

The family tradition of the Friedrichs goes back to the 1920s, when Josef Friedrich made his love of leather his vocation.

Our products stand for quality and functionality

We combine handpicked materials with the highest level of craftsmanship and a passion for details in order to support our customers - who are always the focus of our actions exclusive products.

1920S

Josef Friedrich gains experience in his uncle's small leather goods shop and in 1949 takes over his uncle's small leather goods shop with five home workers and three sales representatives.

1983

Ingo Friedrich (son) begins his apprenticeship as a portfolio manager in 1967 and finally founds today's family business in 1983 and starts manufacturing purses, 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.

In the middle of the metropolitan area

OUR LOCATION

The Nuremberg metropolitan region is home to international corporations such as adidas, Puma and Playmobil. For decades, these companies have been using the advantages of a unique business location in the heart of Europe.

So have we.

Since 1987

Where we work and live

Friedrich Lederwaren continues to grow and moves into new business premises in Schwanstetten in 1987.