Grove Supply Company Rowan Wallet Review: A Handmade Minimalist Card Holder

Introduction

The Rowan wallet from Grove Supply Company is a handmade minimalist card holder built for people who want to carry a few cards, some cash, and nothing else. It arrives in a small fabric bag with a thank you card, a sticker, and a contact card, which is a nice touch for a wallet at this price.

On paper, the Rowan offers two card pockets, a rear cash flap, and a capacity of up to eight credit cards. It measures 2.75 by 4 inches and weighs exactly one ounce, or about 30 grams. The leather is full grain vegetable tan sourced from the Wickett and Craig tannery in Pennsylvania, the thread is a waxed poly cord, and everything is made in the USA. It is available in five leather colors and six thread colors; the version reviewed here is burgundy leather with black thread, priced at about $45.

Build Quality and Craftsmanship

The leather is the headline here. Full grain vegetable tan from Wickett and Craig has a very high sheen and feels genuinely premium in the hand. The finish is slightly slippery at first, which is worth knowing before you buy, but it does not affect how the wallet performs.

The hand stitching is equally convincing. The waxed poly cord thread looks hefty and unlikely to come unlaced with regular use. Edge burnishing, often the tell of how much care a maker puts into their work, is excellent throughout, including the edges on the cash flap. Nothing on this wallet feels rushed.

Styling and Design

The construction is simple: a folded inner piece of leather forms the center card pocket, and an outer piece wraps around to create the front pocket and the rear cash flap. If you like minimal card holders that still give you a dedicated spot for cash, this layout will appeal immediately.

The burgundy leather with black thread is a great combination. One subtle quirk: because the wallet uses two pieces of leather, the two panels sit in slightly different shades of the same color. That reads as character rather than inconsistency. Branding is hidden under the cash flap, so nothing shows when the wallet is closed, which is exactly the right approach for a minimalist design.

Everyday Functionality

The front quick access pocket has an aggressive cut that makes pulling a card in and out effortless. The center pocket takes seven cards without protest, and a squeeze or the fan method gets them all out at once. Eight flat cards is the stated maximum, though the wallet could arguably handle a couple more.

Cash and Card Capacity

The cash flap is more capable than it looks. Five bills folded in quarters sit comfortably under the flap, and the same five bills folded in half work fine even with all eight cards loaded. With the cards removed, ten bills folded in half fit easily, and the stress test ended with eight cards plus fifteen bills inside the wallet, which is genuinely impressive for something this thin.

For most people, six cards and a handful of bills is a more realistic daily load, and at that level the Rowan feels comfortable and pocket-friendly rather than overstuffed.

What We Liked

The leather quality is the standout, backed by durable waxed thread stitching and careful edge burnishing on every edge. The styling works: a quick access front pocket, a roomy center pocket, and a genuinely useful cash flap. The wallet is handmade in the USA with domestically sourced materials, there is no visible branding, and at around $45 the price is hard to argue with.

Things to Consider Before Buying

The only real criticism is the leather’s slight slipperiness, a consequence of that high-sheen finish. Some people will not notice it at all; others may find the wallet feels like it could slide out of a hand now and then. Beyond that, there is very little to fault.

Buying Advice

If you carry six cards or fewer and prefer cash over tap-to-pay, the Rowan is an easy recommendation. Excellent materials, careful craftsmanship, and thoughtful styling at a reasonable price make it one of the stronger minimalist card wallets in its class.

Conclusion

The Rowan wallet from Grove Supply Company delivers handmade quality, USA-sourced materials, and impressive capacity in a one-ounce package. With excellent stitching, clean burnished edges, hidden branding, and a $45 price, it earns a clear recommendation for anyone in the market for a minimalist card wallet with a cash flap.