Keep them dry and away from prolonged direct sunlight or strong heat. Dust with a soft, dry cloth, and avoid applying cleaners or leather treatments without testing first, as these may change the colour.

It describes the deliberately irregular edge of the paper, which creates an aged, handmade appearance. It is a design feature rather than a trimming fault—useful to explain before an enthusiastic customer decides to “tidy” it.

Mostly plain, buy types appear within the family, and page counts and paper finishes also vary. Check the individual product listing before describing a particular notebook as plain, lined or suitable for a specific purpose.

Begin with a smaller assorted display pack, a focused group of mid-sized individual designs and one or two large statement books. This creates an entry, core and showpiece selection without overwhelming the display.