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FAQs
- Where does the name Ghurka come from?
Where does the name Ghurka come from?
Pronounced - "Gerka"
Ghurka is the name given to the young men from the mountains of Nepal who since
the early 1800's have made up the legendary British military regiments.
In their journeys to the ends of the earth they soon realized gear was needed that
could hold up to the harsh and inhospitable conditions encountered. This gear needed
to be both wear resistant and weather resistant, thus a special tanning process
was created that made ordinary leather something extraordinary. A lasting luster
that instead of deteriorating as other, lesser leathers may, mellows into a work
of art.
- What types of leathers and fabrics does Ghurka
use and what makes them so special?
What types of leathers and fabrics does Ghurka use and what makes
them special?
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Ghurka Vintage Leather - Unsurpassed in its beauty and quality.
Tanned in an environmentally friendly vegetable extract "tea" of mimosa and Quebracho
tree barks; the hides are immersed and gently rocked for days as natural aniline
dyes penetrate deep into the leather. Tumbling in wooden barrels further enhances
the leather with a soft, mellow hand and subtle "milled" texture. Each hide has
its own special, natural variations and character. This leather - unique to Ghurka;
will age gracefully, darkening and developing a rich patina with use. Available
in Chestnut or Black.
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Vintage Twill Fabric -The ultimate in durability and strength.
Specially woven ribbed twill in 100% cotton with a thin layer of foamed latex sandwiched
between the exterior and interior linings that makes the fabric light weight, water
repellant and stain resistant throughout. Leather trim is our Chestnut Vintage Leather
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Ghurka Dress Calf Wallet Leather - The finest European calfskin.
Each hide is individually hand boarded giving it its unique, natural pattern, a
process very rarely found these days. Most companies employ a plating or stamping
process which results in a less natural look and feel. This leather has a somewhat
elegant and dressy look but is at the same time quite soft and very durable. Available
in Black.
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Ghurka Vintage Check Fabric - Yarn dyed, tightly woven rayon
blend serves as the special lining for many of Ghurka's bags. This fabric has a
very soft hand, yet it is stronger and more durable than most conventional linings.
This fabric serves as a lining for the Original Ghurka and Studio Collections.
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Suede - Made of Italian suede, finished with a fine brushed
nap, ornate with brushed satin nickel hardware, trimmed in full vegetable Italian
anilin leather, this luxurious suede brings that added sense of style to all of
its products.
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Pebblegrain - Tumbled Italian leather gives each piece a pebblegrain
texture. This contemporary, drum dyed beautiful leather is soft to the touch yet
strong.
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Bengal Water Buffalo - These very small hides from water buffalo
that roam the Indian sub-continent are tanned with vegetable extracts and then tumbled
in a wooden drum until they become mellow. Articles of Bengal Water Buffalo will
burnish and darken as they are worn and used.
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- How do I clean and care for my Ghurka product?
CARE FOR YOUR GHURKA BAG AND IT WILL CARE FOR YOU
Rarely does a Ghurka bag become completely worn out. Every piece is so well made
that it actually looks better over time. Follow these simple instructions to ensure
that your Ghurka pieces will last and last.
Ghurka Leather:
Surface dirt
For surface dirt, simply wipe clean with a damp cloth
Minor scuffs
Lightly rub the marks with your fingertips.
If the scuff is more serious, use Ghurka Leather Care Formula as a cleaner and as
a conditioner. Always apply a small amount onto a clean, dry cloth and rub gently
into the leather, evenly covering a complete section or panel of the product in
order to achieve a uniform appearance. When dry, gently buff the leather with a
dry, clean cloth.
Suede:
Brush any loose dirt off with a soft brush.
Fabrics:
Ghurka fabrics can be cleaned with a mild solution of neutral detergent mixed with
warm water. Mix approximately one teaspoon to each pint of water. A clean, white
cloth dampened with this solution should be used to "lift" out the stain by blotting
the complete area. Never scrub or brush one particular spot on your bag. This could
lighten the color of your fabric. It is always best to clean a complete section
of the product to achieve a uniform appearance. Removal of stains is usually easier
when the stains are cleaned immediately.
Never dry clean or machine wash any Ghurka product.
- How do I order refills and inserts for my Ghurka
organizers & address books?
How do I order refills and inserts for my Ghurka products?
Please call the toll free number below. Please try and have the style # of your
product and/or the item # of the refill or insert you want ready when you call.
In most organizers there is a re-order form that will help you identify the item
#'s of the different refills. You may fill out the form and fax it to the number
listed below.
Phone:
1-800 852-9796
Fax:
1-800 285-0581
*Please note that this is strictly an insert and
refill order line and you will not be able to purchase any other Ghurka products
here.
- What is the Ghurka guarantee?
What is the Ghurka guarantee?
At Ghurka we strive to craft the finest most durable products available in the world
today. In keeping with this tradition, we guarantee all of our products against
defects in materials and workmanship.
Our guarantee is not an unconditional guarantee for the life of the product. Our
guarantee does not cover product damage that may result from abuse or mishandling
of the product. We also do not cover incidental or consequential damages, such as
loss of the product or damage/loss of the contents of the bag or product.
Normal wear and tear is naturally not covered by our guarantee, but we will be happy
to provide you with high-quality repair service for a reasonable fee - assuming
the item is repairable and that the materials from which it was made are still available.
If you have any questions or comments regarding this guarantee, please
Contact Us. We want you to find all aspects of owning a Ghurka product to
be pleasurable, and that is why we proudly apply the same high standards to our
customer service as we do to our products.
- How do I place an order?
How do I place an order?
You may place an order with us by any of the following methods:
On-line - You may place an order on-line any time day or night. Simply navigate
to the product page you desire and click add to cart. Then check out and follow
the directions given.
Phone - You may place your order by phone business days Monday through Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM by calling 1-800 587-1584. A Ghurka customer service representative
will be happy to assist you.
In store - Visit Store Locator
in the Customer Service section.
Fax - You may fax your order to us anytime by filling out the order form
on the site and then selecting order by fax and submit. Then print out the order
page and fax it to us at 1-203-854-9827. We will contact you if there is any questions
about your order.
- How do I check my order?
How do I check my order?
When your order has shipped we will email you with your UPS tracker #. You can log
onto www.UPS.com and input the tracker
number. You may also contact us at Service@Ghurka.com
or at 1-800 587-1584 with any question regarding your order.
Please be sure and reference you order # and/or your name and address.
- Does Ghurka accept international orders?
Does Ghurka accept international orders?
Ghurka.com ships internationally provided that UPS ships to that destination. Please
allow 2-6 days for delivery by standard UPS. UPS next day and second day air is
available only where offered by UPS.
All applicable duties and taxes for international orders must be paid by the customer,
and will be billed by the delivering carrier.
- What about sales tax, use tax and duties?
What about sales tax, use tax and duties?
Ghurka.com is required by law to collect applicable sales or use tax on all purchases
shipped to states where we maintain a place of business. These taxes will be added
to your order. For orders outside the United States, all applicable duties must
be paid by the recipient, and will be billed by the delivering carrier.
- What is your shipping policy?
What is your shipping policy?
We ship orders via UPS ground unless otherwise specified. You may request UPS Next-day
air or Second-day air during the check out process, additional charges will apply.
For items that are in stock please allow 2-10 days for delivery. It is normal that
orders received by 12:00 Noon EST will be shipped on the next business day. Orders
received on a non business day should be shipped within 48 hours after the first
returning business day. ALL ORDERS ARE SHIPPED WITH SIGNATURE REQUIRED IN ORDER
TO PREVENT LOSS OF PRODUCTS.
Items are in-stock unless otherwise specified on the individual product page.
You may track your page by logging onto
www.UPS.com and entering the tracker # that was emailed to you upon shipment
of your package. If you need further assistance please contact
Service@Ghurka.com, please be sure to reference your order #, name, and
address information.
U.S. Shipping Rates
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Ground
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2nd Day
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Overnight
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$0-$150.00
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$12.00
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+$12
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+$20
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$150.01-$500.00
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$18.00
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+$12
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+$30
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$500.01-$1,000.00
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$21.00
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+$20
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+$40
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$1,000.01-$1,500.00
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$25.00
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+$20
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+$50
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$1,500.01-$2,500.00
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$30.00
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+$30
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+$50
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Over $2500.00
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$35.00
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+$30
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+$60
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- What is your return and exchange policy?
Returns are Easy!
Our return policy is simple. Within 30 days of receipt of your order, you may return
any item in its original condition, for a full refund. Items which have been personalized,
monogrammed or embossed may not be returned. Please note that we can only process
returns and refunds for items purchased from Ghurka.com. For store purchases, please
return to the store of original purchase.
How to Return
Simply indicate the reason for your return, include the packing slip with your return,
and wrap the package securely in its original packaging. Enclose the completed return
form that arrived with your order, attach the return label provided and ship to
the address indicated on the label. For your protection we recommend that you use
UPS or Insured Parcel Post and insure your shipment for its full retail value.
Important: If you do not have the return label provided to you by Ghurka.com
please email us at Returns@Ghurka.com or
call us toll free at 1-800 587-1584, Monday - Friday 9 AM to 5 PM EST for return
instructions. Unauthorized returns will not be accepted.
Gift Exchanges
Our customer service staff will process exchanges within 30 days of purchase. Please
indicate what you would like to exchange the product for on the return/exchange
form provided with your order and we will take care of the rest. If the item is
a gift we can issue a Ghurka.com credit to the gift recipient at the same address
to which the order was shipped. Including your packing slip and the email address,
or the name of the person who gave the gift will help to expedite the process. Please
include your own email address as well so that we may confirm your refund. Please
see the above for instructions on how to return merchandise.
Refund on shipping costs:
Please note that we can refund shipping costs only if the return is a result of
our error.
- What about sending a gift?
What about sending a gift?
Ghurka is happy to send any item as a gift. Please be sure that the ship to address
is accurate when ordering. Ghurka may from time to time call/email you when you
indicate different billing and shipping addresses. This is only to ensure that you
were the one who made the purchase and is for your protection and is not intended
to be intrusive in any way.
If you would also like gift packaging and a hand written gift card included with
your purchase, please check the gift packaging box and enter your message when prompted.
Most items can be beautifully packaged at a charge of $6 per item. To have this
service, check the appropriate box and proceed to checkout where the fee will be
added.
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