Since 1931

About us

A Viennese leather goods store, two brands and a story that begins in 1931.

ROGNER is a Viennese leather goods house. What began as a small business in 1931 is still run by the family today—with the same questions as back then: which leather, which shape, which craftsmanship.

Preserving the old. Embracing the new. ROGNER combines its Viennese heritage with contemporary design and timeless craftsmanship.

Chronicle

From 1910
to today.

  1. 1910

    Josef Rogner

    Josef Rogner is born in Vienna on September 3rd.

  2. 1931

    The Beginning

    On May 19, 1931, Josef Rogner took over a small Viennese leather goods business. The story of ROGNER begins.

  3. 1930s

    A vision of your own

    The leatherworking skills he has acquired inspire his own entrepreneurial vision: high-quality, functional leather goods made in Vienna.

  4. 1939

    Interruption

    The young company’s history is interrupted by the outbreak of war and Josef Rogner’s conscription.

  5. from 1945 onward

    New beginning

    After the war, leather goods production resumes. Wallets and fine leather accessories increasingly define the product range.

  6. 1950s–1970s

    A company spun out of the business unit

    The small Viennese business grows into a major company. New models, in-house developments, and utility models are created.

  7. 1970s

    The metal corner

    The distinctive metal corner becomes a signature feature of numerous ROGNER wallets. ROGNER expands beyond Austria.

  8. Internationalization

    Beyond Austria

    The leather goods are supplied to numerous European countries and international markets. According to company records, in the strongest years around 1.8 million items are produced annually.

  9. Awards

    The national coat of arms

    ROGNER receives numerous accolades and is authorized to use the Austrian national coat of arms.

  10. Generations

    Passed on

    Experience, knowledge of leather, and a commitment to quality are passed down through generations. A family name has become an Austrian brand.

  11. Today

    Christoph Diringer and Josef Rogner

    You are ushering ROGNER into a new era. High-quality materials, distinctive leathers, small workshops and carefully selected producers are once again at the heart of everything.

Preserve the old. Foster the new.

Viennese roots, contemporary craftsmanship

We’re happy to tell you what kind of leather is used in each piece, how it’s made, and what can be repaired.