Classic Defender Safari Door Leather Handle Cover - Heritage Style

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Made in UK

Designed and shipped from our workshop.

Upgrade the feel of your Defender with a handcrafted heritage style leather handle cover.

Cold metal becomes warm and tactile with a piece of full grain leather that’s made to last and built to fit perfectly.

Each piece is cut, dyed, stitched, and finished entirely by hand in my workshop. The result is a small detail that transforms the daily experience of opening and closing the rear door.

Available in three timeless leather colours Black, Tan, and Walnut and finished with your choice of stitching. Whether you prefer a subtle match or a contrasting stitch that stands out, this handle cover adds a touch of heritage style to your Defender.

Defender Safari Rear Door Handle Leather Cover - Heritage Style

Stitch options

Your handles are personalised with your choice of edge stitching colour. A traditional hand saddle stitched detail that helps you match your overall aesthetic.

Fitting options

Cover Only

You can have your leather cover made to order to fit yourself. See the install video below.

Pre-fitted on new aftermarket handle

You also have the option to purchase the cover fitted on a brand new aftermarket replacement handle as seen in the photographs. This is a direct replacement for your existing handle and a good choice if yours is looking a little beat up from years of fun on the tracks.

Details

Fits Land Rover Defender rear safari door handles
Full-grain leather – strong, durable, and ages beautifully
Hand-stitched edging using traditional saddle stitch technique
Choice of Black, Tan, or Walnut leather
Choice of matching or contrast stitching
Easy to install and designed for a perfect fit

A nice detail you’ll notice every time you open your rear door.

Sizes

Short Handle - Post 2002
Long Handle - Pre 2002

Fitting instructions

If you are purchasing to fit on your existing Defender door handle you will be supplied with special blunt needles, pre-threaded for easy fitting in the pre-punched holes. No sewing experience neccessary. Lace them on in a criss-cross pattern (like shoelaces) and they’ll tighten into place, creating a secure, comfortable grip that feels factory-fitted.

Unbolt your handle.
Thread your included blunt needles.
Loosely lace the handle cover on.
Once you have threaded through the holes in a criss-crossed pattern, pull the loops tight one or two loops at a time from your starting point. Much like how you would lace your shoes then gradually tighten them up. A small hook or even an Allen Key can help you pull the loops tight for a snug fit.