My husband and I shopped in the Sami Amin store in Maadi and bought a number of lovely items. We purchased a unique briefcase, and several very creative belts. The prices are good compared to those in the US, but high for Egypt. That said, the items in the Sami Amin stores are one of a kind, handmade artworks that can be purchased no where else. The leather quality is good and better than most we saw throughout the country. But if you are looking for butter soft leather, you still won't find it here. Most Egyptian leather is rather hard, but probably quite durable. Shop at Sami Amin for unusual, hand made gifts you won't find anywhere else.

Took my friend who was visiting Egypt for the first time and she ended up buying 2 bags!!! the store offers loads of great quality leather and brass designs, from desk items, to jewellery to off course bags! a great place to buy unique handmade items!!