FAQ

An Oberwerth premium leather camera bag stands for the highest quality. We only use vegetable-tanned full-grain leather, which is durable and develops an elegant patina over time. Inside, padded, flexible inserts provide optimum protection for your camera. Combined with the lifetime guarantee, an Oberwerth leather camera bag is a real investment for discerning photographers.

Our leather camera bags from Germany are characterized by precise workmanship, sustainable materials and long-lasting quality. In contrast to mass-produced goods, Oberwerth relies on traditional craftsmanship, short supply chains and fair production conditions. The result is unique premium leather camera bags that not only protect your camera, but also accompany it in style.

Vegetable-tanned leather is free from chrome and chemicals and is therefore particularly environmentally friendly and kind to the skin. With a luxury leather camera bag from Oberwerth, this means: naturalness, durability and an elegant patina that develops individually over time. This makes your bag not only more beautiful, but also more sustainable than conventional products made from industrially tanned leather.

For Leica photographers, Oberwerth offers customized leather camera bags that are precisely tailored to the dimensions of the Leica M and Q models. Popular models such as the Edward or The Q Bag® offer optimum protection and elegant design, perfect for Leica cameras with one or two lenses.

Mirrorless cameras such as the Sony Alpha series, Fujifilm X-T or Canon EOS R fit perfectly into more compact Oberwerth models such as Harry & Sally or Richard 2. These high-quality leather camera bags offer enough space for a camera, a standard lens and accessories - light, safe and stylish.

For larger DSLR cameras from Canon or Nikon, Oberwerth recommends spacious models such as the Porto or Richard 2. These premium leather camera bags offer enough storage space for a camera, several lenses and accessories. Thanks to the flexible padding inserts, the interior can be individually adjusted.

The Oberwerth Hydro Line is equipped with special, water-repellent leather and reliably protects your camera in the rain. Classic leather camera bags are naturally splash-proof, but should be protected from prolonged wetness. With the right care, your premium leather camera bag will remain weatherproof and durable.

Yes, every Oberwerth camera bag has high-quality padding and flexible dividers that can be individually adjusted. This means your camera, lenses, batteries and memory cards are optimally protected - even when you're on the move.

In addition to our laptop cases, some premium models such as the Munich or Little William also offer separate compartments for a laptop or tablet. This makes them ideal for photographers who want to transport both camera equipment and digital devices on the go.

You can perfectly predefine the right bag using the filter function on our website. Select the parameters that are relevant to you and the result will be a suitable Oberwerth product in the right size, color and shape.

Specialized leather care products are available for our Classic, Casual, Hydro and Vintage Line bags. Clean your Oberwerth leather camera bag according to the type of leather it is made of. You can find everything you need to know about leather care for your Oberwerth product here: Leather care. Avoid direct sunlight and radiator heat. If the bag is wet, allow it to air dry slowly. This will keep the leather supple, durable and elegant.

Vegetable-tanned leather develops a unique patina with use. This change in color and texture is a sign of quality and makes every Oberwerth camera bag unique. Over time, the surface becomes even more refined and full of character.

Yes, Oberwerth consistently relies on sustainable materials and fair production in Germany and Europe. Our vegetable-tanned leather is processed in an environmentally friendly way, without chrome or harmful chemicals. Each bag is so durable that it can be used for generations, a conscious alternative to disposable products.

Yes, Oberwerth offers a Lifetime Warranty on all leather camera bags. The prerequisite is registration within 8 weeks of purchase. This gives you a lifetime warranty on material and manufacturing defects.

After purchase, simply register your Oberwerth camera bag online via our warranty system. All you need is your purchase confirmation and the serial number of your bag. This is a quick and easy way to activate the lifetime guarantee.

The warranty covers all manufacturing and material defects. Normal signs of use or improper use are excluded. Oberwerth also offers a professional repair service should your bag become damaged in everyday use.

• Classic Line: Vegetable-tanned leather with a natural patina - timeless, elegant, robust.
• Casual Line: Sporty, lightweight camera bags with a minimalist design, often a combination of leather and canvas - practical, robust and flexible for everyday use.
• Hydro Line: Specially treated, water-repellent leather - ideal for outdoor and travel use.
• Luxury Line: The finest materials such as Novonappa® leather, the finest workmanship, limited editions - for photographers with the highest standards.
• Vintage Line: Leather with a deliberately aged look that shows a patina full of character right from the start - perfect for lovers of classic, authentic style.
• Saffiano Line: Particularly hard-wearing leather with a striking cross-hatch structure, resistant to scratches and dirt - ideal for an elegant, modern look.

You can choose between the following payment options at check-out:

• Credit card (Visa, Maestro, MasterCard, AMEX)
• Paypal
• On account with Klarna
• Instant bank transfer
• Giropay
• GooglePay
• ShopPay

You can enter a discount or voucher code in the discount code window during the entire checkout process. The voucher will then be deducted from your shopping cart.

There is no minimum order value. However, there are various order values above which we will cover your shipping costs. These are communicated in the black banner above.

Free shipping throughout Germany from 99€

Europe & USA free shipping from 299€

As long as your order has not yet been dispatched, you can cancel it at any time by telephone or e-mail.

Telephone support and advice between 08:00 and 16:00 (GMT+1 Berlin)

+49 (0)261 9888 2444

info@oberwerth.com

As long as your order has not yet been dispatched, you are welcome to contact us and we will follow up on your change requests immediately.

Telephone support and advice between 08:00 and 16:00 (GMT+1 Berlin)

+49 (0)261 9888 2444

info@oberwerth.com

If you order in the Oberwerth Shop, you will receive a separate e-mail with your tracking data once your order has been received.

As soon as you receive this e-mail, your order is in our shipping department. Further details can now be found in the tracking data.

You will receive an order confirmation and your tracking data separately by e-mail. You can also register at oberwerth.com and view your order in your customer account.

Oberwerth delivers worldwide within the legal limits and specifications.

As Oberwerth ships worldwide, customs duties are incurred in some countries. These will be communicated to you separately by the courier and invoiced when your order arrives in the destination country. Please contact your local customs office to find out how much the fee will be.

For shipments within Europe, as well as to the USA and Japan, there are no customs charges.

You can register for a customer account using the following link. Here you can track your order and benefit from many advantages.

You can of course order as a guest in the Oberwerth Shop without having to create a customer account. Once you have placed your desired products in the shopping cart, you can proceed directly to checkout.

You can reset your password directly in the login. To do this, click on the "Forgot your password?" button and you will receive step-by-step instructions on how to reset your password.

All information on data protection can be found in our privacy policy.

We are expressly sorry if you have received an incorrect or defective item from us. Should such a case occur, you can contact us by phone or e-mail and together we will find a solution that will leave you completely satisfied.

Telephone support and advice between 08:00 and 16:00 (GMT+1 Berlin)

+49 (0)261 9888 2444

info@oberwerth.com

You can return an item purchased online to us within 14 days of receipt.

Further details can be found at Right of withdrawal.

You can return your items to the following address within 14 days of receipt:

B&F Oberwerth GmbH & Co. KG
Friedrich-Mohr-Straße 13
56070 Koblenz
Germany

As soon as we have received your items, we will register your return and you will be refunded the full purchase price using the payment method you selected at the time of purchase.

After expiry of the 2-year statutory dealer warranty, Oberwerth offers you a lifetime guarantee on your Oberwerth bags.

However, you must register this within 8 weeks of purchase on our website using the following link: Product Registration

Oberwerth offers a 5-year guarantee on half cases. In order to claim this, we require your original proof of purchase in the event of damage.

Further information on our guarantee and warranty can be found in our guarantee conditions.

You can register your Oberwerth bag directly on our website up to 8 weeks after purchase: Product registration

Fill out the form and you will receive a registration confirmation by e-mail. Once you have received the confirmation, your bag will enjoy all the benefits of our lifetime guarantee.

You are welcome to apply to join our Pro-Team and become an Oberwerth Ambassador. The best way to do this is to send us an e-mail to info@oberwerth.com with your online presence and a brief description of yourself. We will forward your e-mail internally to our marketing department, which will get in touch with you as soon as possible.

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