Gerstner Leatherette Restoration

[pocosso]

Guys,
I new here and I am exited ti post for the first time.
I found few months ago a nice Gerstner Toolchest on eBay, it need some restoration but case and structure is quite in good shape.
I removed the leatherette as it was covered by some non original one. Now I have a big problem, I am in the process to order from Gerstner the original hardware (not sure yet if I decided or not to keep the current one, but I will order it anyway), problem is that the leatherette roll is not included in the free shipping program and I am in Italy, it will cost a huge Fortune shipping to Europe will cost almost 300 USD.
My dilemma is now: can I find similar leatherette in Europe? What would you do? Should I stay with the original one or just look for one locally?

 

[RTM]

Here in the US there are places that sell something called tolex which is often used to cover electric guitar amplifiers and things like that. Also, if you could find a musical instrument repair shop that does electric guitars they may be able to help as well. My US examples

https://www.amplifiedparts.com/search/node/Tolex?categories%5B0%5D=Grill%20Cloth%2C%20Tolex%20%26%20Piping

Guitar Cabinet Tolex & Tweed

Shop premium Tolex and Tweed for amp and cabinet coverings. Classic look, durable protection, and professional-grade materials.

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[pocosso]

Thank you! I was thinking about something like that, would the pattern match the Gersner one? Second question, which weight should I go for? Medium or light?