Crafting Berlin
Every Berlin is the result of meticulous craftsmanship. From molten aluminum to handcrafted leather, each step is carefully executed to create something exceptional. Explore the journey of Berlin and discover the attention to detail that makes it truly unique.
Shaping an icon
To create each Berlin, consistency is key. The journey begins with a casting mould, where molten aluminum is poured by hand and left to cool. Once solidified, the mould is opened, revealing Berlin’s iconic shape. At this stage, the raw castings have rough edges, so each piece undergoes a bead blasting process where thousands of tiny glass beads are fired at the surface leaving it smooth and refined. The process from start to finish takes approximately 4–6 weeks.
Primed to perfection
To capture the automotive spirit of its origins, we work with a paint shop specializing in automotive restoration. This ensures a shared understanding for finishing and the use of paints and lacquers that are tried and tested. The process begins by removing contaminants from the surface, followed by the application of a primer. Once the primer is applied, each Berlin is hand-sanded to perfection before the paint process starts. After the paint and lacquer has been applied they are left to cure in an oven for a flawless finish.
A touch of heritage
The final step in the production process is the leather inlay, which adds elegance, functionality, and reminiscent of car interiors of the past. Our bovine leather is sourced from Spain, and each piece is handcrafted with care and precision. Before a piece of leather is married to a Berlin, each on undergoes a final inspection to ensure that the painted surface is in pristine condition.
The leather inlay is applied by hand using Velcro to attach within the cradle. It’s designed to be removable, allowing customers to color-match their Berlin to the car of their dreams—or the one in their driveway.
Making it worth the wait
Once your Berlin is complete, it’s carefully packaged to ensure that it arrives in prestine condition. Each piece is placed in a custom-made foam box, specifically designed to securely cradle Berlin. The foam, shaped precisely to fit, cocoons your Berlin and keeps it safe from knocks during transit. The base and lid interlocks through a groove-and-ridge design that opens by peeling the lid from the base, slowly revealing your Berlin, making the unboxing an experience by itself.