{"title":"Men - Travel Bags \u0026 Satchels","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"slim-leather-briefcase","title":"Slim Leather Briefcase","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign of the Leather Laptop Briefcase \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  The Slim Leather Briefcase is super functional and over-engineered without a single breakable part like magnets, snaps, or zippers. Everywhere there is a stress point, we reinforce it with rivets and hidden polyester strapping. It's built with the largest pieces of leather we could design it with to minimize the number of stitch holes, and we sew at only five stitches per inch. The leather briefcase's interior is soft, light tan pigskin leather, so light reflects inside, and it's easier to find things in low light. This leather briefcase converts into a leather backpack for when you're commuting or walking in the airport and need your hands free. It has a false bottom to hide your passport and spare cash. On the exterior, there is a big wide front pocket under the flap with an almost as big pocket behind it. It fits laptops, notepads, and files. On the inside, there is a big back interior laptop sleeve for up to 17\" laptops.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eMaterials in our Leather Briefcases \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Our leather is the strongest we can find (full-grain boot leather, but thicker), and the pigskin lining is stronger than cow leather. If I'm ever president, I will pass legislation that all leather briefcases are made with full grain leather. Our hardware is made of 316 Stainless Steel which is over-the-top strong. The thread is a strong industrial marine-grade polyester thread in which the sun doesn't deteriorate like nylon does when it hits it.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eFull Grain Leather Laptop Briefcases \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Full Grain Leather is used because it's the toughest leather we can find. It is the strongest leather that money can buy because none of the grain has been shaven off to get rid of blemishes and scars. Instead, we leave all the grain on there and cut around the bad parts of the hide. \u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eLining Material in our Laptop Briefcases \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  The lining material we use in our briefcases is also super tough. We line our briefcases with pigskin leather. Pigskin is much stronger than cowhide. It is also smoother, so your laptop will easily slide in and out. \u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eStitching in our Leather Briefcases \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  The stitching of our leather briefcases is done with the strongest thread available, marine grade polyester thread. This type of thread can withstand the elements and will not deteriorate in the sun as nylon thread does. Polyester is horrible as a bed sheet, but it doesn't get any better for an application like this. It is like hot sauce; it's great to dip your chips in, but not so great as an eye drop. That analogy might be a little out there, but I think you'll get it.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eYes, it Doubles as a Backpack \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  It is as simple as unhooking the leather shoulder strap, then pushing it through the O-ring on the top, and then connecting the ends to the bottom D-Rings, and now you have a leather backpack. These backpacks are perfect for times like a long hike, if you are also trying to carry your luggage, or if you just want to give your shoulders a break.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eDevice Pockets \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  The large front pocket can fit smaller laptops, tablets, notebooks, files, and other paperwork. Behind that exterior pocket is a hidden pocket with almost just as large a capacity that you can use to carry another device in.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eInterior Pockets \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Inside, you will find that we placed two side pockets for pens and pencils; we put one on each end so it would be easier to grab whatever you need without fumbling around.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eA Side Pocket for your Water Bottle \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  There is a side pocket to slide your water bottle right into without having to open up the whole bag. This makes it easy to carry and access your water or whatever your preferences of drinks might be easy, without even taking the briefcase off your shoulder. And it is not just for water bottles; you can also use it to hold your phone, power hub, or whatever accessories you feel fit in there.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eMain Compartment Laptop Area \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  There's a floppy pocket for your 16\" laptop in the main compartment. The main compartment of this briefcase can hold quite a bit more than just your laptop, but we designed it with business people in mind who travel often and need to have their hands free. \u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eKey Strap \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  We placed a key strap that falls right into the briefcases, so it will be super easy to grab your keys and go. No more fishing around for your keys at the bottom of your bag. Not everyone likes to fill their pockets with things like keys and change and such, so we thought of every detail in the design of this leather briefcase.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eA Leather Briefcase with a False Bottom \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Below your main interior compartment is a strip of leather that makes a false bottom. This serves to add strength to support your laptop, as well as a hidden area. You can keep extra cash, a passport, ID, a gold coaster, whatever you like can go down there, and if you get robbed, they might take everything out of your briefcase, but they usually will not take the briefcase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saddleback","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":59967276613918,"sku":"01-10-0022-MD-BK-NP","price":549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Chestnut","offer_id":59967276646686,"sku":"01-10-0022-MD-CH-NP","price":549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Dark Coffee Brown","offer_id":59967276679454,"sku":"01-10-0022-MD-DCB-NP","price":549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tobacco","offer_id":59967276712222,"sku":"01-10-0022-MD-TO-NP","price":549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/3371\/2158\/files\/dark-red-slim-briefcase-on-white-baseball-side___99215.jpg?v=1790349921"},{"product_id":"leather-travel-satchel","title":"Leather Travel Satchel","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign of the Travel Satchel\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen I was in Croatia on a family business trip, I carried my EDC Leather Satchel, just as I always do. I noticed that the majority of the men there were carrying one similar, but larger in size. The Leather Travel Satchel is what I came up with. One thing to note, the Travel Satchel will not clip onto the older hardware (the non-stainless steel hardware - Pre 2016).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eMaterials Used to Make the Leather Travel Satchel\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eWe made the Leather Travel Satchel from 100% full-grain leather, just like our other bags. And it's thick too. With no layers of the cowhide shaved off, we keep the toughest part of the hide intact. Then we line the entire inside of this leather satchel with pigskin, which is even more durable than cow hide. Everything is sewn together using really long-lasting marine-grade polyester thread. The way we sew is different too. Using only 5 stitches per inch, we are able to reduce the number of holes in the leather, which, in turn, means less potential for a tear to occur.The buckles and d-rings are over-engineered, made from a custom 316 stainless steel. It's what you would want to use if your life depended on it.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhat Fits\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhone, Wallet, Keys, Multi-tool, Field Notes and pen, Passport, Sunglasses, Small notebook, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eThe Best Travel Satchel\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Leather Travel Satchel is perfect when you need a rugged and stylish travel bag. It's designed to be comfortable and easy to access, while still providing plenty of storage space for all your essential items. The full-grain leather construction and pigskin lining provide added protection against wear and tear, while the custom 316 stainless steel buckle and clips ensure durability in any situation. Plus, the 100-year warranty gives you peace of mind that your satchel will last. So whether you're a commuter or a traveler, the Leather Travel Satchel is the perfect option.Quality designs using quality materials and craftsmanship; that is our style. It is a simple concept that makes a big difference. That is how we have been since day one, and we never plan to change that, all while keeping a fair purchase price.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eBe The First To See Our New Designs, Sign Up For Our Newsletter\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eDon't miss out on being the first to see our new designs. Join us now and subscribe to the newsletter today and get exclusive access to all our new designs, stories from the workshop, not-so-funny jokes, and more delivered right to your inbox. Become an expert in leather fashion - sign up now.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saddleback","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":59967591153950,"sku":"01-10-0009-BK","price":134.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Chestnut","offer_id":59967591186718,"sku":"01-10-0009-CH","price":134.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Dark Coffee Brown","offer_id":59967591219486,"sku":"01-10-0009-DCB","price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tobacco","offer_id":59967591252254,"sku":"01-10-0009-TO","price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/3371\/2158\/files\/full-grain-leather-satchel-bag-saddleback__89459.jpg?v=1790392298"},{"product_id":"front-pocket-leather-briefcase","title":"Front Pocket Leather Briefcase","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign of the Front Pocket Leather Briefcase \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  This full grain leather briefcase is over-engineered to last a lifetime (or a few lifetimes). There are no breakable parts like zippers, magnets, snaps, or buttons. Every stress point is reinforced with rivets and hidden polyester strapping. And it's built with the largest pieces of leather possible. It's lined with pigskin and has a false bottom to hide your passport, spare cash, or other secret things. The two front pockets have pockets behind them too. This leather briefcase fits a 17\" laptop and can be worn in backmade mode.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eThe Functionality of our Leather Briefcase Backpacks \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Most of our leather briefcases convert into backpacks, including this one. Run the adjustable shoulder strap through the o-ring on the back of the briefcase, and clip it to the d-rings on the bottom. Now your hands are free to carry more luggage through the airport. This leather briefcase has a false bottom to hide your passport, spare cash, and other secret things. The d-rings are great for strapping on blankets, jackets, and wet sandals. And even the main strap has a hole at the very tip, just in case you overstuff your bag or want to put an umbrella under the flap. The two front pockets actually have hidden pockets behind them too.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eMaterials in the Leather Briefcase Backpack \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  This leather briefcase is made of full grain leather, which is the strongest there is. And then, we line the leather with pigskin, which is more durable than cow skin. Our thread is some of the best in the world. The strong industrial marine-grade polyester thread doesn't deteriorate like Nylon when the sun touches it. Our custom hardware is 316 Stainless Steel which means our clasps can hold up to a 750 lb. bag of cats. It's the metal of choice for when your life depends on it.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eAll of our Bags Use Full-Grain Leather \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  We only use full grain leather. Sure, we pay a higher price to purchase full grain leather to make our bags. And we pay more by using traditional craftsmanship. To us, these are essentials to offering a leather briefcase with a 100 year warranty. Leather is like a roof. First, there is plywood, tar paper, and then shingles. The grain is like shingles. It's the toughest and most water-resistant part of the leather. A lot of companies shave off that grain to get rid of scars or blemishes so they can use more of the hide, but by doing so, they get rid of the toughest part. We don't do that.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eLeather Briefcases Lined with Pigskin \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Did you know pigskin is actually stronger than cowhide? It is, and that's what we line our leather briefcases with. Not only is it stronger, but it is also more flexible and has a nice feel. We could have left it with just thick full grain leather, but we wanted to give you the best of the best. By using both, you get the best for the inside and the outside of this large briefcase.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eThe Hardware in our Leather Briefcase \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  The hardware on this backpack briefcase is all 316 Surgical Grade Stainless Steel. That's the good stuff. The kind that doesn't corrode, pit, or rust like other metals. It's the best for when your life depends on it, and it's what we use because your life could depend on this briefcase (ya never know, right?).\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003ePolyester, Great for Strong Thread in Leather Bags, but Not Great for Underwear \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Polyester is awful for underwear or sheets, but it is the best for thread. We found the strongest polyester thread and used it in our leather bags. It's a marine-grade, UV resistent polyester thread that doesn't deteriorate when sun hits it.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eInternal Pockets \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Two small internal pockets are located in the main compartment, which is great for holding things such as pens, pencils, and other things that you might put in small pockets. The internal compartment is split into two main areas with a large capacity to hold a large laptop or two. So you can fit that huge 17\" laptop in here without a problem.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eExternal Pockets that Mean Business \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  These larger pockets are buckled closed, so you don't have to worry as much about someone coming and opening it up quickly and taking anything. And behind each external pocket, you will find a hidden pocket. This pocket is great for things you might access more often, such as a cell phone or a USB hub, depending on how secure you need it to be and your own packing method.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eHidden Compartment in this Leather Briefcase \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Yes, this briefcase has a hidden compartment that is large enough to fit a passport. It is located on the bottom of the leather bag and can be easily accessed by lifting a strip of leather. You will see it right away. The false bottom is great for hiding things such as money, your passport, or anything else you might not want anyone to find.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eEmergency Cigar Holder \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  When I tell you we thought of everything, we did. In between the front pockets is a pocket that is good for carrying a cigar, a flashlight, pens or pencils, or Epi pens.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eRemovable Shoulder Straps \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Not everyone wants a shoulder strap; they might prefer the hand strap, and for the backpack feature, we made it removable. The durable shoulder strap is also made of full grain leather, just like our leather bags, and has the same quality stainless steel hardware. It is super strong, so no matter what you carry, it can handle the weight more than any other leather backpack or bag out there.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eGreat for Traveling \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  It is also functional as a great carry-on for short trips or long trips. You can fit your large laptop and maybe even a change of clothes and other gear. For example, you might not want to put your suit jacket inside, but an extra t-shirt and shorts to wear.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saddleback","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":59967591809310,"sku":"01-10-0013-LG-BK-NP-C","price":679.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Chestnut","offer_id":59967591842078,"sku":"01-10-0013-LG-CH-NP-C","price":679.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Coffee Brown","offer_id":59967591874846,"sku":"01-10-0013-LG-DCB-NP-C","price":679.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tobacco","offer_id":59967591907614,"sku":"01-10-0013-LG-TO-NP-C","price":679.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/3371\/2158\/files\/dark-brown-front-pocket-briefcase-on-white-baseball-side__17153.jpg?v=1790349901"},{"product_id":"thin-front-pocket-leather-briefcase","title":"Thin Front Pocket Leather Briefcase","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign of the Thin Leather Briefcase \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  This thin leather briefcase is over-engineered with no breakable parts like magnets, zippers, velcro, snaps, buttons, etc., and is reinforced at all stress points with rivets and hidden polyester strapping. Leather stretches, but these straps do not. It's built with the largest pieces of leather possible, so there are fewer seams, and we sew at only five stitches per inch, so there's more leather between the needle holes and fewer holes to start a tear. This leather briefcase converts into a small laptop backpack when you attach the shoulder strap to the back d-rings and pass it through the O-ring on the back. The front pockets also have hidden pockets behind them. It has a false bottom for hiding cash and passports. D-rings on the bottom of the bag for strapping on tripods, jackets, and blankets. \u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eMaterials Used in this Thin Leather Briefcase \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Our leather is the strongest we can find (full-grain leather). It still has all of the grain on it. We line the leather briefcase with pigskin for even more strength. The thread is unbelievably strong industrial marine grade UV resistant polyester thread, and our custom hardware is 316 Stainless Steel. It's the metal of choice when your life depends on it. We consider every single detail when making a leather bag guaranteed to last 100 years. \u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eMade with the Best Full Grain Leather \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Our Thin Front Pocket Briefcase is made out of the toughest, full-grain leather. This is the top layer of the hide and has all of the grain, making it tougher and more water-resistant. Most companies will use a cheaper, thinner leather that is easy to process and falls apart in a few years. For our designs, we only use the highest quality materials because we stand behind each one of them.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eThe Perfect Size Thin Leather Briefcase for a 15\" or 16\" Laptop \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  This slim leather briefcase is big enough to hold everything you need but not too big or bulky. The dimensions of this briefcase are 15? x 11\" and only 3 1\/2\" thick, so it fits up to 16\" laptops. This makes it only weigh 5 lbs; it is like nothing when you wear this on your back or shoulder. We do make larger bags, but not everyone is trying to carry a 17\" laptop along with a gaming chair in their briefcase. But we do take into account those that need to take a 17\" laptop, and we have a larger leather laptop bag for those.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eThe Perfect Amount of Pockets \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  These thin leather briefcases have a main compartment that is the perfect size for a 15\" or 16\" laptop and a notebook, along with a charger and charging cables. It also has two inside pockets for pens and pencils. On the front there are two pockets that buckle closed, keeping things like your wallet or phone safe in transport. Behind those pockets are two more pockets that make it easy access to place your cell phone or even a power hub. This is a great bag to carry your essential belongings to a meeting or to float down a river in Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eBack Magazine Pocket \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Yes, we even put a back magazine pocket in this briefcase. You know, when you are on that long flight and just want to unwind with some Field and Stream, or maybe you want to catch up on the latest National Geographic. Now you have a place to put it.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eDetachable Shoulder Strap \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Not everyone likes a shoulder strap on their leather briefcase, and sometimes you just need a quality thick strap of full grain leather for other things. So in this thin leather briefcase, we made a detachable shoulder strap that is also adjustable. I can't tell you how many times I've used a bag strap to tie down luggage. \u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eD-Rings on the Thin Front Pocket Briefcase \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  The bottom of the thin leather briefcase has four d-rings that can be used to hold anything from your umbrella to a rolled blanket or tent and use it like a knapsack. Think outside the office, away from business; it is more than an elegant way to carry your laptop or notebook. You can look professional or casual with this rugged leather briefcase. It is a great bag to have on your back when you go hiking, fishing, traveling, or into the office. \u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eA Key Strap \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  A leather key strap inside the main compartment holds your keys, so you don't have to search for them at the bottom of your bag. No more fumbling around for your keys!\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eThe Different Colors of this Thin Leather Briefcase \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  The natural color of Tobacco (tan, light brown) might be the most common. It has a casual look but develops a beautiful patina over time. Some people prefer a different style, so for those, we also offer this leather in Dark Coffee Brown and Chestnut (reddish brown). \u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003e What makes the Saddleback Thin Leather Briefcase Worth it \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  We care about much more than making money. Sure, that is required to keep a company running, but we care more about making quality leather goods. This is the reason we use only the highest quality materials, and the most durable construction methods possible. Making a difference is our goal in every life that we touch with our designs, so we take it seriously when we say that we will warranty your leather bag for 100 years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saddleback","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":59967592825118,"sku":"01-10-0014-MD-BK-NP-C","price":549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Chestnut","offer_id":59967592857886,"sku":"01-10-0014-MD-CH-NP-C","price":549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Coffee Brown","offer_id":59967592890654,"sku":"01-10-0014-MD-DCB-NP-C","price":549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tobacco","offer_id":59967592923422,"sku":"01-10-0014-MD-TO-NP-C","price":549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/3371\/2158\/files\/tan-thin-front-pocket-briefcase-baseball-on-white-side__89380.jpg?v=1790349908"},{"product_id":"indiana-leather-satchel","title":"Indiana Leather Satchel","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign of the Leather Indiana Satchel \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  This full grain leather satchel (a.k.a. Man Bag) is over-engineered with no breakable parts like zippers, snaps, buttons, etc., and is reinforced with polyester straps and rivets at all stress points. It's built with just two main pieces of leather, so there are fewer seams, and we sew at only five stitches per inch, so there's more leather between the needle holes and fewer holes to start a tear. This leather satchel is 10\" x 11\" x 3\" so it will hold a tablet, a few books, and all of your daily carry essentials. The d-rings are great for strapping on tripods, light jackets, or some wet river shoes. I chose a buckle closure to be able to overstuff (with a hole at the very tip of the strap, just in case). The shoulder strap is adjustable and removable.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eOrigin of Leather Satchels \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  The word \"satchel\" comes from the Old French sachel, which itself comes from the Latin saccellus or saccullus, meaning money bag, or even deeper, saccus, meaning \"bag\" or \"sack\". The word was first used in English in the 14th century. The leather satchel has been around for many centuries, and its origins can be traced back to medieval Europe. It was initially designed as a functional bag for carrying books and other items, and it wasn't until later that it became a stylish accessory. In the old days, a schoolboy always carried his books in a leather satchel. And in the summer, he might even hold a frog or two in it.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eFull Grain Leather to make a Satchel \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e Our cow leather is the super-strong full-grain leather (like boot leather, but thicker). Not Top Grain or Genuine, but Full Grain. Low-quality, low-life companies shave off the grain, which is the tough and resistant top part of the hide, to get rid of those eww icky scars, so they don't have to cut around them and throw the leather away. That is how they can use almost every bit of that hide. To make our leather satchels, we throw a lot of leather away because we refuse to shave the grain off. It's like they're shaving the shingles off of your roof. There ought to be a law. \u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eThe Lining of our Satchel \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  The pigskin lining is stronger than the cow leather, and that's why we use it instead of some pretty shiny nylon fabric with a neat world map on it. These are more features that represent the love that we put into our bags.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eAbnormally Strong Thread to Keep the Leather Satchel Held Together \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  The thread is abnormally strong. It's actually a marine-grade UV-resistant polyester thread that they use to sew things that people's lives could count on parachutes, ship sails, etc. So if your life ever depends on this leather satchel staying together, you'll live to tell that story.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eHardware in the Leather Satchel \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Our own custom hardware is the incredible 316 Stainless Steel (please please google it). It's the metal of choice when your life depends on it. It's complete overkill for our leather bags, but it's how we can guarantee the hardware will never fail you.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eA Saddleback Satchel will last a Lifetime \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Full Grain Leather is a tough, durable material lasting at least ten decades. Not only can it withstand the elements and keep your belongings safe, but it also looks good even after years of use.There's a reason why our leather satchels are so popular they're built to last! The sturdy design is designed to hold up under heavy use, so you won't have to worry about them falling apart on you as soon as you start using them. 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Yes, there is a pocket for a 14\" MacBook Pro, and you can squeeze a 15\" laptop in the main compartment. There are also pockets for everything else you might need to bring with you. An iPad, iPhone, tablet or notebook, business cards, passport, boarding pass, etc. This slim leather laptop bag is made with no breakable parts and reinforced with extra stitching, rivets, or hidden polyester strips that don't stretch. Only three large pieces of leather make up the body of the laptop bag to minimize the number of stitches in the bag. Each time a sewing needle pokes through the leather, it actually starts a tear. So the fewer holes, the better. And we only allow five stitch holes per inch for strength. The 100-year warranty lets you know this laptop bag will last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eThe Leather for our Briefcases \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e We only use the toughest leather we can get (thick full-grain leather), the highest grade of hide you can buy, to make all of our leather laptop bags. The grain is the toughest and most water-resistant part of the hide and is only on the top part. So when companies sand or split off the top part of the hide to get rid of scars and blemishes they don't have to cut around them and throw that leather in the trash. That is the equivalent of taking the shingles off of the roof. But they save a lot of money making a leather briefcase. So we just cut around them and throw the expensive leather in the trash.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eThe Lining \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e We lined the leather briefcase with pigskin, which is more durable than the full-grain leather. Another advantage of lining it with a pigskin is that it is a lighter color, making it easier to see your belongings inside and in the interior pockets and compartments. \u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eThe Thread \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e We sew it all together with a thick and strong industrial-grade Polyester thread. Polyester is great and evil. It's great because it never decomposes and holds a leather briefcase or backpack together forever. It is evil in the form of bedsheets because you don't sleep as well. We go with Polyester instead of nylon because nylon deteriorates when the sun hits it, and Polyester doesn't.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eThe Hardware \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e Our 316 Stainless Steel hardware is definitely overkill for a Leather Briefcase, but I tell you this, you NEVER have problems with your briefcase because of the hardware. If your life needed to depend on a piece of hardware, you'd want it to depend on ours.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eThe Functionality of the Fourteener Briefcase \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e This thin leather laptop bag is our smallest leather briefcase and is wide enough to accommodate any 14\" MacBook Pro or laptop in style. The 2019 15\" Macbook Pro fits in the main compartment but not inside the soft laptop sleeve pocket. Two flatter front pockets to hold a charger, pens, cables, and papers. There aren't a lot of features and functionality, but that's on purpose. It's just a simple briefcase that is the perfect size for your smaller laptops.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eA Briefcase for a Minimalist \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e This leather briefcase is really designed for the minimalist. 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Feels like you should give him a blindfold and a cigarette before the execution. You may as well set up landmines around the deer feeder. It’s like fishing with dynamite. Where’s the sport in that? Stalking a deer on foot is way more sporting and satisfying. But for however you deer hunt, dove hunt, skeet shoot, go to the range, or use your tools, this eyebrow-raising bag is what you need.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eMaterials in our Leather Tool Bags\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eLike all other Saddleback designs, our Leather Tool Bag has the best materials to go along with the quality craftsmanship. We are in the business of over-engineering, our leather designs are made to be passed down to the next generation. Let me tell you more about what goes into these tool bags so you can discover why it is known as the best.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFull Grain Leather\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eOur leather tool bags are made of the strongest cow leather there is because it still has the full amount of grain. Every hide comes with what is called \"grain\", the toughest and most water resistant fibers of the whole hide. But cowhides come thick, so the tannery splits them in half at the tannery. The top half is the toughest because it has all of the grain still on it, and the bottom half has been neutered. The bottom half is called Split or Genuine leather and also suede. If you find a really inexpensive tool bag or doctor's bag, that's why. If you're going to get one, get a quality one. Removing all of the grain from a leather hide is like removing the shingles from your roof. How sad is that? Oh, and our leather is a little thicker than work boot leather.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eLining\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecause there are often sharp tools inside tool bags, we lined it with tough, rugged pigskin, which is actually stronger than cow skin its same thickness. And it looks perfect.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eThread\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eNot only do we sew this leather tool bag with as few seams as possible, but we sew it with a UV resistant continuous filament Polyester thread instead of cheap Nylon thread. The good and bad of Polyester is it never deteriorates. Good for thread, bad for clothing and sheets. BTW, did you know that people don't sleep as well if they have Polyester in their bedding, and Polyester clothing gives a lot of people skin problems? But when it comes to thread, Polyester will provide you with a lifetime of greatness. And then we use the thick German double-ought thread.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eHardware\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt's kind of like killing a fly with a shotgun, but we developed our own custom hardware for our leather bags. If you talk to a metallurgist and tell them we use 316 Stainless Steel, they'll gasp and then tell you we're lying. It is expensive and kind of overkill, but we have never had a single issue with our hardware failing. So if your life had to depend on hardware, let it depend on ours. The clasps that clip onto the body of this leather tool bag are rated for 750 lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFunctionality\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGREAT AND PERFECT USES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkeet Shooting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - Holds several boxes of shells, all your empties, gun cleaning supplies, Saddleback’s shooting belt and beef jerky.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShooting Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - Holds multiple sidearms, ammunition and beef jerky\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarrying Manly Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - This is long enough to store hacksaws, hammers, pipe wrenches and other essential construction and repair tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Blind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - Snacks, drinks, ammunition, foot and hand warmers and beef jerky to mask your scent. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCar Trunk Organizer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - To keep a tow rope, Fix-a-Flat, ratchet straps, duct tape, small tools, flares and emergency beef jerky to keep from starvation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOffice Organizer \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e- To organize snacks and necessities behind the desk like granola bars, Topo Chico, pork rinds, Sriracha, Salsa Valentina and beef jerky.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eReinforced Tool Bag\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnywhere there is stress, it gets stitching, a rivet, and usually, a reinforcing hidden Polyester strap sewn. We don't know what items you plan to stock your tool bag with, so we built it like you are interested in filling it with a load of lead weights. We created it to be as strong as possible, as still be a sign of class in the design.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eStitching\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eWe set our industrial sewing machines to sew only five stitches per inch to get the needle holes as far apart as possible. That's important because a sewing machine is also a perforation machine, and when the holes are too close together, the leather tends to tear easily. As a result, this leather tool bag is stronger than anything you need it to carry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saddleback","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":59967881773342,"sku":"01-10-0026-B-BK","price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Chestnut","offer_id":59967881806110,"sku":"01-10-0026-B-CH","price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Coffee Brown","offer_id":59967881838878,"sku":"01-10-0026-B-DCB","price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tobacco","offer_id":59967881871646,"sku":"01-10-0026-B-TO","price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/3371\/2158\/files\/NewToolBagTB1_1_1__00759.jpg?v=1790393097"},{"product_id":"little-big-mouth-toiletry-bag","title":"Little Big Mouth Toiletry Bag","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign of the Men's Toiletry Bag \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e This versatile leather toiletry bag was designed to be used and used all of your life and all of your descendants' lives too. While it makes the best men's toiletry bag, a perfect size to pack all the grooming essentials a man could need to carry. It can also be used as a women's makeup bag. Through the years, it will be used as a: specialty tool bag, cosmetic bag, emergency first aid kit for the car, sewing kit, cable and battery storage, essential Oils Storage (I'm still up on the air on my wife's claims about her oils).\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eAn Unbreakable Toiletry Bag \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e Please don't try hard to challenge the idea of this leather toiletry bag being unbreakable. Still, it was designed to be that way with no breakable parts and out of just one solid piece of leather. The fewer seams, the better. The closure is a steel Gladstone Bag closure, with a simple strap and buckle to keep it closed. No zippers, velcro, buttons, snaps, or magnets.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eQuality Materials makes the best Toiletry Bag \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e When I designed this toiletry bag, I did the same as with all Saddleback Designs. I thought of all the essentials to make it the best, most durable, longest-lasting bag you will ever own. Of course, I had to use the highest-end materials and the best design. It's not easy, but quality never is. Otherwise, like the other toiletry bags you can purchase at the department store, it would be average. So I set out to make the best men's toiletry bags, which I believe I did.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eFull Grain Leather Toiletry Bag \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e We built this leather toiletry bag like we build everything, with full grain leather. This is the determining factor for how long a leather toiletry bag will last. The \"Grain\" on leather makes up the top layer of the hide. It's super tough, water resistant, and ages nicely. The hide off the cow is thick, and at the tannery, they usually split it in the middle and separate the top from the bottom, and now they have two hides. The upper hide with the full amount of the grain on it, and the bottom hide with no grain on it. Quality companies pay high dollar for the full grain leather, and low quality trash companies make leather toiletry bags out of the bottom dwelling stuff with no grain on it. It's like building a house with no shingles on the roof. \u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eLining the Men's Toiletry Bag \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e We line the toiletry bag with super tough pigskin, which is actually stronger than the cowskin. It's way stronger than some shiny pretty fabric liner. \u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eThread \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e The thread we chose is very, very strong industrial marine grade UV resistant polyester thread. And the thick version of it too. Watch out for the cheaper NYLON thread!!! It deteriorates with exposure to heat and sun.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eHardware \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e We only have one piece of hardware on this bag, and it's incredible. It's made of 316 Stainless, and we think it could withstand a nuclear bomb. Google it, and you'll be really impressed. It's expensive, but it's the metal of choice for when your life depends on it.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eThe Difference between a Men's Toiletry Bag and a Dopp Kit \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e Back in WWI, the military started issuing toiletry bags to the soldiers. Then a few years later, a man named Charles Doppelt made them for civilians and called them \"Dopp Kits\". I believe even the best Dopp kits don't compare to the quality of this toiletry bag. Whether you are using it for all your toiletries and grooming products or to hold your collection of old coins or other gear, this will be a timeless addition to your collection of fine leather goods.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003ePart of your Travel Kit \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e Frequent Travelers will keep their bag loaded and ready. Just toss it in your carry-on suitcase or backpack and be ready to travel light and easy. An excellent tool for the frequent traveler and a perfect gift for any occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eA Piece of Art for your Bathroom \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e When not traveling, there is no reason to store it away. Instead, leave this beautiful piece of work on your bathroom counter for easy access to everything from your toothbrush and toothpaste, deodorant, razor and shaving cream, and more. This could easily become the piece of art your bathroom counter has been missing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saddleback","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":59967884591390,"sku":"01-10-0029-BK","price":169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Chestnut","offer_id":59967884624158,"sku":"01-10-0029-CH","price":169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Dark Coffee Brown","offer_id":59967884656926,"sku":"01-10-0029-DCB","price":169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Tobacco","offer_id":59967884689694,"sku":"01-10-0029-TO","price":169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/3371\/2158\/files\/saddleback-leather_duffle-bag-convertible-backpack-carry-on-luggage-tan-desert__50309.jpg?v=1790393099"},{"product_id":"grandfather-overnight-case","title":"Grandfather Overnight Case","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign of the Grandfather Overnight Case\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eI designed the leather Grandfather Overnight case with a new \"cool factor\" that separates it from the other cases in the Grandfather Collection. The Overnight Case can be packed in two different ways:1) You can stand it upright, open the lid from the front side, and stack your clothing or whatever you're traveling with that way. I find this way to be super efficient, as you don't have to dig through the case to find your favorite outfit. It's all stacked up right there in front of you, unlike in a travel bag. This also prevents your clothes from tumbling around and getting wrinkled when you're carrying it.-OR-The Grandfather Overnight Case is a durable, high-quality case perfect for all types of travel. It is made with a custom 316 Stainless Steel and features a super thick thread that is industrial, marine grade, and UV resistant. 2) You can lay it down flat like most conventional suitcases and open the lid up from the top side. The lid features two really big pockets for extra storage that would make a great place to store charging cables, small carry items, medications, and maybe even hide some money in a pocket so your wife doesn't find it.The Grandfather Overnight Case is ideal for 2-3 day travel and fits in the carry-on bins if you're flying. Just be aware that people at the airport will ask you where you got it, so be prepared for their envy of your style. See, it's more than a great travel case. It serves double duty as a piece of functional art. You will feel good with this on your shoulder; much better than just a simple leather duffle bag or other overnight bags.The edges and corners are all hand stitched and all stress points are reinforced with rivets so it won't wear out over time. Doing it this way takes a really long time to make, but they will last at least 100 years.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eSaddleback Leather is always committed to quality materials. When I create a design like this leather overnight case, I take into account anything that might fail and make it so it won't. That starts with the best design, continues with the best materials, and ends with solid craftsmanship. That is how we can give a 100 year warranty and know they will fight over it when you're dead.Leather Our leather Grandfather Overnight Case is designed with real full-grain leather, and it's really thick. Most (low level) companies sand off the grain (the toughest, most water-resistant part of the leather hide) to get rid of scars and marks so they can use the entire hide to make bags. This is part of what allows them to sell cheap leather. What we do is just cut around the ugly parts and throw most of that leather away. Pay attention to the type of leather; always stick to full grain leather when shopping for quality.Lining We lined the leather Overnight Case with pigskin, which is stronger and more durable than the cow skin. It's also somewhat soft and smooth to touch, so it will protect any valuables from scratches and other damage. Hardware One of the coolest materials we use is our custom 316 Stainless Steel. It's a fun one to research; look it up on Google. It can hold up to 750 lbs. So if your life is depending on something, you're going to want it to depend on this metal. Thread Our super thick thread is incredibly strong industrial, marine grade, UV resistant polyester. It doesn't deteriorate in the sun. I really wish more designers would use it.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eBetter Than an Overnight Bag\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Grandfather Overnight Case is much better than just an overnight bag. Its design makes it a must-have for any traveler, and its high-quality materials make it durable enough to last a lifetime. In addition, the case makes it so easy to pack for a trip. You can fold and stack your clothes, shoes, toiletries, and other travel gear with plenty of space for a couple of days of travel. There are also two internal pockets to fit a variety of other items for your trip. With its carry-on size, it is perfect for all types of travel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saddleback","offers":[{"title":"Chestnut","offer_id":59967887835422,"sku":"01-10-0035-CH","price":849.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Coffee","offer_id":59967887868190,"sku":"01-10-0035-DCB","price":849.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tobacco","offer_id":59967887900958,"sku":"01-10-0035-TO","price":849.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/3371\/2158\/files\/hard-leather-grandfather-overnight-case-travel-luggage-saddleback-to10__63403.jpg?v=1790393102"},{"product_id":"travel-tote","title":"Travel Tote","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHogsback Travel Tote\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - Tough, lightweight and great to tuck into your pocket for when you finally need it.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eHi, it's Cross here, my Mom and Dad's son and also the head designer of Saddleback Leather's Hogsback Collection. Wait until you see what I've designed this time. I present the Travel Tote. Imagine you go to a store and they say, \"Wanna pay some extra money for a bag?\" And you reply, \"No cause I brought my Hogsback Travel Tote to put my stuff in.\" It is one of the most lightweight, durable, Hogsback bags ever designed by yours truly. It folds up so it can be easily stowed in another bag for later shopping or whatever you may need a foldable bag for. It is so incredibly awe-inspiring, that it will compel you to want to buy it the very second you see it. Not to mention, the sheer magnificence of the Travel Tote will make your jaw drop. 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It’s functional, it’s photogenic and it brings joy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSay YES to Function\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer YES or NO honestly about your current camera bag\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCan it be worn across the chest for easy access and converted to a backpack for trekking? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIs it insulative so batteries and gear don’t quickly freeze or get damaged with heat? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWould you use it as your everyday carry when not taking pictures?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDoes it enhance the way you look as a photographer? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCan you leave it unbuckled or unzipped for hours without gear falling out because it has a flap?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSay NO to Eye Pollution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer Yes or No about your current camera bag\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWould someone ever paint it into a painting?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIs it photogenic? Would it ever be the subject of the photograph in Venice or out in nature? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIs it classy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIs it attractive? Does it attract the eye of others?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDoes it get better looking the longer you have it? Or does it age like milk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWould your grandchildren fight over it when you’re dead?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWould it enhance your photos if it were in the shot? Or be photoshopped out like a piece of trash.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDoes anyone compliment you on how good looking it is?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDoes it make you look better?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDoes it reflect who you are? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDoes your other camera bag age like fine wine?  or like old milk?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAre you excited about it? Or it is boring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAre you proud of it? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSay YES to Joy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer Yes or No about your current camera bag\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAre you emotionally attached to it? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWould you miss it if you lost the bag itself? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDoes it look like it has stories to tell?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDo you ever intentionally rough it up to make it look better? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWill people take pictures of your camera bag?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWould people ask to borrow your camera bag empty?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHas it ever brought you joy and enhanced your life?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWill this ever be said about it? “This was your grandfather’s or grandmother’s camera bag and now it’s yours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs and Objections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhat about protection if I drop it? My other camera bag has a lot of foam in it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLet the padding on the bottom be a small blanket or light sweatshirt for just in case situations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBut it’s not big enough for all of my gear. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt’s not meant to hold ALL of your gear. Do you only have one pair of shoes? Leave the 35 lb. camera bag in the hotel room and carry this for smaller fun outings or on long treks. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhat about dust and rain getting in? Buckle it down and it’ll be fine. You’re overthinking it unless you’re using it in the blowing sands of the Sahara. Then just put a t-shirt on top of it and then buckle it down. And don’t carry it through waterfalls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhy did you rename it the Photographer’s Satchel?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e15 years ago, it was named The Medium Satchel. 10 years ago, I redesigned it for more comfort and renamed it The Rounded Satchel. Since so many photographers buy it and send in great photos of it, and because it’s what our photographers and videographers personally carry at Saddleback, it became obvious and appropriate that it be renamed The Photographer’s Satchel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJustification To Spend the Money\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEven a cheap crap lens costs more than this bag, which is a key part of your gear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt’s cheaper to buy one bag than replace bags for the rest of your life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDon’t mess up other people’s photos with your ugly or boring camera bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTwo bags in one. Most camera bags are dedicated to being used for only cameras, but this is a fashion accessory meant to be used for daily use when not out shooting.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePhotographers are drawn to beautiful and interesting things to capture so others can enjoy them too. Why would you own a not beautiful or interesting camera bag?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe pay more money to have a room with a beautiful view. We spend a lot of time and money to drive or fly to beautiful, faraway nature or look into the Grand Canyon and then return home. We take a lot of time and effort to hide powerlines, cords, trash, and other things that aren’t natural or that just don’t fit. Creatives love good-looking things. That’s why they congregate in beautiful places and paint or photograph beautiful things. Why would a photographer carry an ugly camera bag on their side unless they just couldn’t find a beautiful one? You now have no excuse. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saddleback","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":59967960875294,"sku":"01-20-0004-MD-BK-NP-C","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Chestnut","offer_id":59967960908062,"sku":"01-20-0004-MD-CH-NP-C","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Dark Coffee Brown","offer_id":59967960940830,"sku":"01-20-0004-MD-DCB-NP-C","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tobacco","offer_id":59967960973598,"sku":"01-20-0004-MD-TO-NP-C","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/3371\/2158\/files\/Rounded__25617.jpg?v=1790393169"},{"product_id":"large-travel-backpack","title":"Large Travel Backpack","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHogsback Travel Backpacks \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- They are tough, lightweight and roll up to tuck away to use when you get there.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch2\u003eDesign\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eHi, this is Cross Munson, Dad's son. I was born in 2009, but when I was 9 years old I designed this lightweight leather backpack because Dad's backpacks and satchels were too heavy for me. A couple of years ago, I asked Dad if I could design a backpack that was lightweight and he said that I could if I made it strong and with no breakable parts. So I designed this lightweight leather backpack a lot like my old favorite canvas backpack that I carried all over the place. I made the shoulder straps wide and kind of padded so they would be comfortable. I made it with d-rings to close the pockets and a drawstring to close the backpack. I just added a cool new feature to this leather backpack so you can roll it up to throw in another bag when you're traveling. When you get to wherever you're going, leave the heavier bag in the room and pull out this lightweight travel backpack when you're walking around the town. It's a really cool backpack and you should buy one.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eThe Story of Rumple Pigskin - By Cross Munson\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnce upon a time there was a young girl who was beautiful. So beautiful was the girl that the king wanted to give her father money for her. Her father was a poor miller and needed the money, so he lied to the king that his daughter could spin wheat into gold, to get extra money. So the king paid a lot of money and took the girl. Soon he told her that he would lock her in the wheat room and would not let her out until she spun all of it into gold. The girl tried to tell the king she could not do it but the king told her to do it anyways. She cried and cried and cried until a curious talking pig, named Rumplepigskin, waddled up to her and said, \"I will spin that wheat into gold if you steal me some and let me eat it.\" The girl was very amazed at this ugly waddling talking pig and she told him she would. So that night she slept and when she woke up it was all gold! The king checked up on her and was amazed. He said, \"If you can spin wheat into gold then turn this large chunk of copper into diamonds.\" She became worried that the weird waddling pig would not be able to do that, but again she cried and cried and cried until Rumplpigskin showed up. He said,'' I will turn this into diamonds if you give me your firstborn son's name.\" So she agreed that she would do that and then Rumplpigskin farted on the copper and it turned into diamond. The next morning, the king came in and was super surprised that she did that and made her his wife. Next year they had a baby boy. The young queen forgot about her deal and went on a walk. She somehow felt drawn to the pigs so she went there and soon she was face to face with Rumplpigskin. He was very mad about his deal and said, \"You have tricked me so I will kill your son!\" Good thing the queen always carried her trusty knife with her and knew how to skin a pig. So she killed Rumplpigskin and they all ate really really good bacon in the royal hall and got a made a really nice lightweight leather backpack and Hog Sacks out of his skin. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hogsback","offers":[{"title":"Bacon","offer_id":59968004882718,"sku":"01-20-0017-BA","price":329.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Burnt Sausage","offer_id":59968004915486,"sku":"01-20-0017-BS","price":329.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/3371\/2158\/files\/leather-backpack-pigskin-saddleback-hogsback__85857.jpg?v=1790393253"},{"product_id":"16-vertical-laptop-sleeve","title":"16\" Vertical Laptop Sleeve","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Best Leather Laptop Sleeve \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e This laptop sleeve is made of full grain leather and features a pigskin lining on the inside. This pigskin feature gives it more strength and padding, as well as protection from scratches. Other materials that cheap companies use for laptop bags are just inferior. The elegant and durable material that I use gives your device ample protection with a more snug and secure fit while keeping a minimalist design. So when you want to have the finest and most rugged laptop sleeves, you want this one.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eThe Perfect Gift For Any Laptop User \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e Whether you are investing in a leather laptop sleeve for yourself or someone else, you can be sure it is a gift that will last. The unique and timeless design will have any laptop user showing off their new sleeve to everyone. From an executive professional to a student, this leather laptop sleeve is the perfect gift for anyone with a laptop.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eMore than a 16\" Laptop Sleeve \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e If need be, you can pull your laptop out and fill the leather laptop sleeve with files, papers, and magazines so they don't get wrinkled. Think about how important those files will look when you open your leather briefcase, then pull out this slim leather sleeve. You'll look like the most organized professional in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eKeeps Your Briefcase or Backpack Organized \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e If need be, you can pull your laptop out and fill the leather laptop sleeve with files, papers, and magazines so they don't get wrinkled. Think about how important those files will look when you open your leather briefcase, then pull out this slim leather sleeve. You'll look like the most organized professional in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eBest Protection With Style \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e You want the protection of your laptop or notebook, you want it with style, and you want it to last. This is a simple design that is also elegant. There are no airbags, or other silly things, just a beautiful and simple design that will protect your valuable laptop from harm. That's pretty much it. For the sake of someone deciding to toss their laptop off the empire state building and it hit the hard ground and suing us because they \"misunderstood,\" we will say it is not complete protection. If there is inclement weather and your laptop is in this, and this is in your leather briefcase, you should be ok, but don't go swimming with it thinking your laptop is going become water-resistant the moment the sleeve senses water. I know, it is really dumb we should even have to say this, but everyone remembers the hot coffee lawsuit. I will say I wouldn't trust my laptop in any other laptop sleeve, and if laptops are still used 100 years from now, there will be a laptop in this sleeve because this is built to last, so much so you will get a 100-year warranty with it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saddleback","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":59968014385438,"sku":"01-30-0020-LG-BK","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Chestnut","offer_id":59968014418206,"sku":"01-30-0020-LG-CH","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Coffee Brown","offer_id":59968014450974,"sku":"01-30-0020-LG-DCB","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tobacco","offer_id":59968014483742,"sku":"01-30-0020-LG-TO","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/3371\/2158\/files\/full-grain-leather-laptop-sleeve-dark-brown__29752.jpg?v=1790393260"},{"product_id":"bear-trap-leather-coin-purse","title":"Bear Trap Leather Coin Purse","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Perfect Low Cost Full Grain Leather Gift \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e This is a great gift idea for a man or woman, a boy or girl who loves to have something different, something of high quality. It makes a perfect stocking stuffer when shopping for a Christmas or a birthday present that will last. Do you know that guy that jingles when he walks, always carrying a collection of loose change in his pockets like he is ready to buy the world a round of snacks at the vending machine? Or the gal that has to dig for an hour in the bottom of her leather tote to feed the parking meter? Our full grain leather coin purse makes their life and yours more convenient. If they carry more money in change that can fit in the coin pouch, grab them a leather satchel to save their money in and bury it in the backyard or tell them to open an account to protect their riches.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Some Who Likes to Subtly Show Off \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e If you like to show off without screaming to the world, look at me, this is perfect. People will notice and remember when you pull this out of your pocket. They will want to know where you got it and how much it costs. This is a great conversation starter that you can use repeatedly. The more you use it, the better it looks.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eA Must-have Coin Purse for Travel \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e This seems like quite a claim but think about it. When you travel, you will find old parking meters and snack machines. Yes, not all of those have gone digital, and there are some that you just don't want to trust with your card. If you have traveled enough, you know what I am talking about. When you swipe that card, the security of your bank account goes out the window just as fast as you can send out an email to the wrong person giving up your password or other personal information. Then you spend the rest of your trip checking your bank account.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for someone who likes to smell Leather \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e This is like low cost gateway into the world of quality leather goods. When you open the bear trap leather coin pouch, you will want to stick your nose in it. I do not recommend you walk around with it attached to your nose, but if you are slick enough, you can look natural while you get a whiff. Everyone loves the smell of leather, men, and women. These coin purses make it easy to get that quick fix of sniffing leather, and full grain at that.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eMakes a Great Leather Gift for Employees \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e Employees give most of their waking hours, and clients and customers give you their trust, notice a pattern. Yes, you hopefully give your employees reasonable compensation for their time, and your clients and customers are hopefully getting something great in return for the trust they give you. But, how about a full grain leather coin pouch to show that extra appreciation, something to keep them around? I am sure they are going to appreciate it more than that ten-dollar-off coupon to that hundred-dollar steakhouse. If you give them something like that coupon, you might as well join the other companies looking for more employees. But if you provide them with something like this with a 100 year warranty, you might have an employee for life.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eFull Grain Leather Coin Pouch \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e Full Grain Leather is the secret to making leather goods that last. I shouldn't say secret, because it is not a secret to manufacturers. It is just a secret to most uneducated consumers. But, now that you know, it is no longer a secret. \u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eSo, What is Full Grain Leather? \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  In short, it is the highest quality leather available and is made from the full grain of the hide. This makes it the strongest, most beautiful, and most durable leather. Unfortunately, it is also the most expensive, so makers of cheap leather coin purses don't want you to be educated. All that is removed in full grain is the hair of the cow. The natural markings (brands, scars, bug bites, etc.) are all still in the hide and are cut away to make the highest quality leather coin purse.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eTop Grain Leather \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  A top grain leather coin purse is the second highest quality of leather and is made from the top layer of the hide that has had the finest part shaved off, the most rugged outer layer. This is done, so the manufacturer doesn't have to throw out any of the leather. Of course, it makes them a little more profit, but we are raising the bar on quality.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eGenuine Leather Coin Pouch \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  You get this from the department store on a black Friday sale. 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The leather's grain is on the top of the hide and is the most durable part. The grain helps it age handsomely and stay water resistant (cows are waterproof, right?). Most companies buy low quality, heavily scarred-up leather, shave off the scars and blemishes (along with all of the grain) to save as much money as they can by being able to use more of the hide. If they shave off some of the grain, that's top grain leather. If they shave all of it off or split the hide in half, that's called genuine or split leather. We WANT as much grain on our suitcases and other baggage as we can get. We want it all. Therefore, we must select three hides with almost no imperfections to make each leather suitcase. 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So I took the two removable belts off our suitcases and strapped most of the luggage to the cute little roof rack.The suitcase is not lightweight, but it's not too heavy either. It is the right balance to make it challenging to fit 50 lbs. (23 kgs) into it. The interior is just one simple wide open space with two interior straps to hold clothes in place like they used to make them.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eDurability\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn the first major trip with my first suitcase, I carried this leather suitcase and my leather briefcase throughout Eastern Europe and North Africa for about 6 weeks. And about 3 weeks into it, the suitcase handle broke. The added complexity and energy exerted made me swear that would never happen to anyone who carried one of my suitcases.The handle is now bolted onto the leather suitcase and hand-sewn with boot-cord to the body. It is scarce for leather luggage to have this sort of serious consideration, but I wanted you to have the best leather luggage set you can get. Good wasn't enough; great leather luggage takes time to be designed right, then it needs to be used and abused to discover any changes that can make it better. We did that.There are no breakable parts like zippers, snaps, buttons, etc. Using those is like putting a cardboard hatch on a billion-dollar submarine. Once the hatch breaks, the submarine is worthless. So instead of metal hinges, I designed them with a double layer of full grain leather along the back. And the body is mostly handsewn with heavy-duty waxed boot cord for added strength.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eIf It Seems to be too Good to be True, It Probably is - Except This Time\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eJoin Our Newsletter Now For Free. 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This makes it fit nicely into overhead compartments on planes. If the pockets were SEWN ON and stuck out of the front six inches, the duffle bag would be as much of a hassle as owning a boat, plane, or vacation home. Let a friend or relative own those things. You own this.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eOver-Engineered Leather Duffle Bag\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Deep Pocket Leather Duffle is over-engineered. The Gladstone closure eliminates breakable parts like zippers, magnets, snaps, and buttons from being used. Over time leather stretches, but we reinforce all stress points with rivets and hidden polyester strapping to prevent this. The two front pockets also utilize the Gladstone closure, making them unlike any travel duffle bag we have ever seen. They can hold an excessive amount of things. Like all your mini travel size personal care bottles, all your charging cables, passports, and other important documents, or even socks and undergarments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eWe only use the highest grade and strongest leather on this travel duffle bag, called full-grain leather. What is full grain leather, you ask? Well, the easiest way to explain it is that it doesn't have any top layers shaved off of it. A great analogy I like to use is comparing the top grain of leather to the shingles on a house. The top grain (shingles) is the toughest and most protective part on the cowhide (roof). We don't shave any layers off of our leather; we like the strength and character it offers. The leather we use is mineral tanned with Chromium (Cr). Chrome tanned leather is the most corrosive resistant leather you can get, which means your leather Front Door Duffle bag is corrosion resistant as well. Our custom 316 stainless steel hardware can be used if your life depends on it. It'd be what you would want, as a matter of fact. If you google it, you'll be incredibly impressed, but metallurgists give me some pretty crazy looks when I tell them it's what I use on our bags. The inside, opposite the two front pockets, has a big open pocket made from pigskin, which also lines the entire interior. Pig skin is even stronger than the full-grain leather we use. We sew it all together at only 5 stitches per inch using incredibly strong polyester thread. We do this so that there is more leather between the needle holes and fewer holes to start a tear. And our thread will not deteriorate like nylon thread when the sun hits it.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFunctionality\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThere are so many cool features on this leather duffle bag. First and foremost, the mid-18th century Gladstone Bag closure we used on the main compartment and the two front pockets is built for a lifetime of use. This came from a time when zippers weren't a thing yet, and they needed to keep the leather bag closed for travel. When opened, it stays open, and it's really wide, so it's easy to dig around when you're trying to find that surprise gift you brought to give your significant other. I put holes all the way out to the tip of the three straps that secure the closures. 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And it has a classic luggage look that never goes out of style.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eCarry On With Room for Your Trip Essentials \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  From your clothes to your toiletries and other gear, this will handle what you need on your carry-on. For the average person, this can hold everything for 1 person for 4 days or 2 people for 2 days. Business travelers love this luggage because they have enough room to fit what they need for a quick flight.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eFull Grain Leather and Over Engineered \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Guaranteeing a leather bag or luggage to last 100 years does not happen by accident. Our bags are over-engineered that way. We only use the toughest leather we can find (full-grain leather). It's thick and does not have any of the grain shaved off, which is what makes it the strongest and most robust leather. The inside of the leather carry on luggage is lined with soft pigskin, which is even tougher than cow leather. The thread we use to sew it all together is a thick, UV-resistent polyester thread so it won't deteroirate and tear. Our hardware is a marine-grade custom stainless steel that's complete overkill, but we refuse to let our hardware break on you. The corners of the carry on and suitcases are reinforced. When you put this carry-on on your shoulder, you will notice the quality of the nice thick shoulder strap. With an adjustable pad that adds that extra layer of soft comfort, these are just a few more features that we put into this luggage.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eLeather Luggage Tags Look Great of This Leather Luggage \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Be sure to grab some of our leather luggage tags to go along with this. A leather luggage tag will ensure you don't cheapen the look of your travel gear. With exquisite yet rugged leather luggage like this, please don't make it stand out from some cheap plastic luggage tag. Instead, let it stand out for the fine workmanship and materials that make this luggage. We hope you enjoy this luggage as much as we do.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eWe Will Even Give You Trip Ideas In Our Newsletter \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  It's not a travel guide, a comic, or just marketing; our newsletter is a little bit of everything. When you sign up, first off, we care about security and protecting your personal details. We will protect your info; second, we will entertain you. Sure, we will also let you know about new designs, and if we run a sale, you will know, but it is even more. We just took a trip to Africa, it was terrific, and the pictures and video we got are amazing. So be sure to sign up for our newsletter and start enjoying our newsletters today. You might check out with your new leather luggage first, though, so it only sells out again after you can get yours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saddleback","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":59968455016734,"sku":"01-60-0010-BK-NP-C","price":979.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Chestnut","offer_id":59968455049502,"sku":"01-60-0010-CH-NP-C","price":979.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Coffee Brown","offer_id":59968455082270,"sku":"01-60-0010-DCB-NP-C","price":979.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tobacco","offer_id":59968455115038,"sku":"01-60-0010-TO-NP-C","price":979.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/3371\/2158\/files\/leather-luggage-carry-on-inside-saddleback__33927.jpg?v=1790393772"},{"product_id":"grandfather-medium-suitcase","title":"Grandfather Medium Suitcase","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDetails \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e This full-grain leather suitcase is the longest-lasting suitcase you'll ever own. 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The inside is wide open and lined with super durable pigskin, with a full-width, floppy pigskin pocket along both side gussets. Along with the main buckle, there are buckles at each end of the bag to ensure nothing falls out. Carry with comfortable rolled leather handles and a detachable, adjustable shoulder strap.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eFunctionality \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  I designed it to be versatile. Buckled smaller at the first hole to be smaller or expanded way out jam-packed, buckled at the last hole. The dimensions are ideal for a gym bag or weekend carry on. You can fit enough gear for up to a handful of days of travel.\u003c\/p\u003e---\u003ch2\u003eOnly Two Seams in This Duffle Bag \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e  This is one of the few leather duffle bags you can buy with only two seams. Most companies don't build stuff this way because it's really expensive to use such large pieces of leather (it makes a lot of scraps). 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If not, the next truck from our factory will have more aboard since we’re working overtime to try to keep up with demand. Order yours today to get in line. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saddleback","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":60077758447902,"sku":"001-SBL-CLUB-BL","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Chestnut","offer_id":60077758480670,"sku":"001-SBL-CLUB-CH","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Coffee Brown","offer_id":60077758513438,"sku":"001-SBL-CLUB-DCB","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tobacco","offer_id":60077758546206,"sku":"001-SBL-CLUB-TO","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/3371\/2158\/files\/red-white-blue-messenger-bag-accessories-american-flag-3__45414.1784208627.1280.1280.jpg?v=1790608500"},{"product_id":"20-waterbag","title":"20\" Waterbag","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLeather 20\" Waterbag\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis 20” Waterbag has been my personal GO TO carry on to travel all over the world and it is undoubtedly the most popular leather travel bag we’ve offered since about 2010. And, if you own it, it’ll become even more popular to you the more you use it because you get compliments on it and it ages so handsomely. I tell the story of why I called it the Waterbag at the end of this page. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuper Strong Materials \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToughest Leather -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Our leather is the strongest leather we can buy. It’s called Full Grain leather, and the version we use of it is even thicker than boot leather. They use our mineral tanned leather for 95% of the work boots, carseats and leather jackets of the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardest Hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - Our custom 316 Stainless Steel puts the HARD in hardware. 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I design all of my Saddleback Leather bags with the fewest pieces of leather possible. This one wears the crown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnly 5 Stitches Per Inch \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e- We only stitch at 5 stitches per inch so there’s more leather between each of the perforating needle holes and therefore fewer holes to start a tear. It has fewer stitch holes than any leather duffle bag we know of its size. And, t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehe fewer needle holes the less chance of water potentially getting in when it’s folded over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtra Reinforced \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e- All stress points are reinforced with rivets, tons of extra stitching or with hidden polyester strapping because polyester straps don’t stretch but leather eventually does with years of heavy stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHard Removable Liner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - We include a removable hard pigskin lined liner to give the bag shape. I prefer my own Waterbag without it if I’m just carrying clothes, but now and then I like it when I’m carrying stuff to distribute the direct force of any pointy rocks, shards of glass or any object that may poke the leather bottom of the bag for a prolonged time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Bondish Versatile Design \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and Sand Resistant - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen this leather duffle bag is rolled down or folded over, it’s hard for water, blowing dust or sand to get into it if you’re on the Deschutes or out in the Sahara. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConverts Into Backpack - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe same shoulder strap can run through an O-ring to convert the whole bag into a backpack. I carried the waterbag as a backpack rolled up empty one time through London with the family. When we got to Hamley’s, the biggest toy store in the world, we stupidly told the kids that they could pick out toys for their upcoming birthdays, but not to expect gifts on the actual day. We filled that leather backpack \/ leather duffle bag up. But two and four months later, when it came time for their 9th and 11th birthdays, all of those toys they bought were now either broken, used up or boring to them. So, we had to buy new gifts because it would have been lame to just have a birthday cake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompression Closure Straps - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe three strap configuration is very very cool. You can cinch them down and the air in your clothes and stuff is pressed right out of the bag so you’ll have more room for more stuff in the bag. It can get so densely packed, it gets pretty heavy. 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It’s a great alternative to the typical leather carry on luggage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Handle Options - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis leather travel bag was designed with two handles to balance when carrying. If you roll it more then use the built in handle. If you roll it down tight, then use the second handle sticking up. You’re going to thank me for this. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Shoulder Strap Anchor Options - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI designed the Waterbag with two d-rings to attach the shoulder strap to that are up high on the bag so you can carry it when it’s wide open in tote mode and I also put two d-rings down low on each end for the shoulder strap to attach to when the bag is kind of empty and rolled up tightly. It’s hard to explain, but you’ll thank me for this one too. 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We were packing for a 12 day trip to Japan in search of the rarest leather on Earth, the Shironameshi leather and my son, Cross, and I were fighting over who got to use it because it was the absolute perfect size to check in, but also to carry with us on trains. I tell the story at the end of this page. It’s cool and so is this leather travel bag. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e---\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuper Strong Materials \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToughest Leather -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Our leather is the strongest leather we can buy. It’s called Full Grain leather, and the version we use of it is even thicker than boot leather. 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It’s also the metal of upper end watches because it stays so shiny and is so hard to scratch There's no other overnight leather duffle bag or any company, for that matter, that we know of who uses such hardware of consequence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperman Thread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - Superman would have used this thread to make his suit because it’s super. Our German thread is unbelievably strong industrial strength marine grade thread, and we use the thick version of it. It is commonly used to sew things together like parachutes, industrial cargo nets and other things that the integrity of, is important. It is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ethe most expensive thread on the market for a reason. Because it’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUV resistant polyester thread, it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003edoesn't deteriorate into dust with exposure to UV light and heat, like half priced nylon thread does. Watch out for low quality companies that use nylon thread just to save a few bucks. If your life needs to depend on your leather bag staying together, let your life depend on this thread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOver-Engineered Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo Breakable Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - No zippers, snaps, buttons, snaps or anything else that can eventually break in the first 100 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne Solid Piece of Leather\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - This duffle bag was designed out of only one solid piece of full grain leather so there are as few seams as possible. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe more pieces of leather a bag is made with, the weaker it becomes since the seam is the weakest place. I design all of my Saddleback Leather bags with the fewest pieces of leather possible. This one wears the crown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnly 5 Stitches Per Inch \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e- We only stitch at 5 stitches per inch so there’s more leather between each of the perforating needle holes and therefore fewer holes to start a tear. It has fewer stitch holes than any leather duffle bag we know of its size. And, t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehe fewer needle holes the less chance of water potentially getting in when it’s folded over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtra Reinforced \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e- All stress points are reinforced with rivets, tons of extra stitching or with hidden polyester strapping because polyester straps don’t stretch but leather eventually does with years of heavy stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHard Removable Liner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - We include a removable hard pigskin lined liner to give the bag shape. I prefer my own Waterbag without it if I’m just carrying clothes, but now and then I like it when I’m carrying stuff to distribute the direct force of any pointy rocks, shards of glass or any object that may poke the leather bottom of the bag for a prolonged time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Bondish Versatile Design \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and Sand Resistant - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen this leather duffle bag is rolled down or folded over, it’s hard for water, blowing dust or sand to get into it if you’re on the Deschutes or out in the Sahara. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConverts Into Backpack - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe same shoulder strap can run through an O-ring to convert the whole bag into a backpack. I carried the waterbag as a backpack rolled up empty one time through London with the family. When we got to Hamley’s, the biggest toy store in the world, we stupidly told the kids that they could pick out toys for their upcoming birthdays, but not to expect gifts on the actual day. We filled that leather backpack \/ leather duffle bag up. But two and four months later, when it came time for their 9th and 11th birthdays, all of those toys they bought were now either broken, used up or boring to them. So, we had to buy new gifts because it would have been lame to just have a birthday cake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompression Closure Straps - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe three strap configuration is very very cool. You can cinch them down and the air in your clothes and stuff is pressed right out of the bag so you’ll have more room for more stuff in the bag. It can get so densely packed, it gets pretty heavy. But the same three straps can be tucked inside the bag through secret slots for when you’re carrying it in open tote mode. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy and Odd Packing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - This leather duffle bag opens wide, and when you roll the top edge back over itself, it forms a stiffer ring that keeps the mouth wide open for easy packing. And because it doesn’t have a zipper, you can stick baseball bats or other oversized objects out of it and still close it securely. One time in Zambia, I put a whole donkey leg into my Waterbag and strapped it closed with the leg sticking out. I then waited at a distance for a lion to tear into it. It was awesome for sure. He still couldn’t open it completely though. That actual Waterbag is in our leather showroom in Texas. It’s a great alternative to the typical leather carry on luggage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Handle Options - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis leather travel bag was designed with two handles to balance when carrying. If you roll it more then use the built in handle. If you roll it down tight, then use the second handle sticking up. You’re going to thank me for this. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Shoulder Strap Anchor Options - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI designed the Waterbag with two d-rings to attach the shoulder strap to that are up high on the bag so you can carry it when it’s wide open in tote mode and I also put two d-rings down low on each end for the shoulder strap to attach to when the bag is kind of empty and rolled up tightly. It’s hard to explain, but you’ll thank me for this one too. When you have to use it one day and you remember my words, feel free to look up into the trees and say out loud, “Thanks Dave”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarry-on Approved Travel Bag\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Waterbag is within all international limits for carry on luggage. This leather duffle bag fits into all overhead compartments and under the seat in front of you. We take this bag all over the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 24” Waterbag and the Shironameshi Leather\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn March of 2026, I pulled out our family’s only remaining 24” Waterbag, that we had taken all over the world, to pack my things, for a 12 day trip to Japan, in search of the rarest and hardest to get leather on Earth, the mysterious leather of legends, the Shironameshi leather. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI set my perfect sized leather duffle bag, made out of just one solid piece of leather, at the foot of our bed and left for a minute to grab something. When I returned to start packing, the leather duffle bag had been disappeared, but it was no mystery who disappeared it. When I walked into my son, Cross’s, room, there it was, getting ready to be packed. Cross had nabbed it to pack his 12 days worth of clothes in since he thought it was the perfect size for a trip like that too. But we only had one. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI grabbed it off his bed and so ensued the argument of who pulled it out of our leather bin first. That was when I realized I needed to bring back the 24” Large Waterbag for sale. It was clearly the size we were missing in our line up of leather travel bags. We have the super popular 20” Waterbag, which is great for 5 to 7 days of travel and the 27” Adolescent Beast and 34” Beast duffle bags for month long Africa trips, but we were missing that 24” inbetween size for trips like this. I can’t believe I discontinued it so long ago since it was so popular then too. I don’t do drugs and I don’t remember striking my head against a rock or anything. What was I thinking to discontinue such a perfectly sized bag like that? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOur first stop in Japan was at an old antique Samurai warrior suit of armor dealer to see the leather Samurai suit I had heard about. It was SOOOOOOOO awesome. When your whole working life has revolved around leather, stuff like that is beyond cool. It was even cooler than the 1800’s leather peg leg I found at an antique shop the other day. You’ll see it in our leather museum if you come to visit our headquarters made out of 1 million pounds of leather scrap bales.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAfter a few days of wandering, Cross and I left the ladies in Kyoto and went on to the main leather town of Japan, where so much of Japan’s leather had been tanned for thousands of years. I had heard there was something special about the water there. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe walked into the tannery I suspected might make the Shironameshi leather and took a tour. It was so interesting to see their different machinery and methods of tanning the hides, unlike anything I had seen in any of the dozens of tanneries I had visited around the world. But when I asked them if they knew anything about the Shironameshi leather, they laughed and told me it was made up and didn’t exist, but I believed them about as far as I could throw them. I actually think they didn’t want me to find it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSo, we got in a taxi and tried to explain to the lady through Google Translate about this most elusive leather and she started making some calls. We stopped at a Samurai leather workshop but nobody answered the door. Then we stopped at a horse hide tannery and they pointed us up the road to a building along the river with no signs to be found. Our taxi driver got out and started knocking on some old metal doors until someone finally opened up. She explained to them what we were looking for and I saw that person make a call. About 10 minutes later, a man and his wife pulled up in a car and parked in front of us. We all got out and greeted eachother with bows and then walked in through an industrial looking door into a dark building. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe talked for a bit through Google Translate and then he disappeared to another room. When he came back, he had a cream colored whole hide over his shoulder and laid it out on a table in front of me. And there it was. The hardest to find and most special leather on Earth and I was rubbing my hands on it. The maker of the Shironameshi leather went on to explain that 25 years earlier, he had been reading some thousand year old writings about the river that runs through town and in there they talked about how they tanned leather in that river with just salt. No tannins, no brain matter, no chromium or anything else. Just salt. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhat?!!! Just salt and water? Impossible. Witchcraft? He went on telling the story of how he experimented for years and years of through much trial and error, he finally perfected it. And there it was, the purest and most rare leather on the planet.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe went into his office and sat across from eachother while his wife made her husband, Cross, myself and the taxi driver a cup of wonderful tea as we talked back and forth through my phone. We laughed and talked and laughed some more and then he said, “This leather is from Japan and has only ever been for the Japanese people and I won’t sell it to you or anybody who is not Japanese. I’m sorry, but you cannot have my leather”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAt that moment, I heard a record screech to a halt in my head as all of my dreams of making a few super special bags out of this most amazing leather in the world, were seemingly dashed to pieces on the rocks of disappointment. I couldn’t believe that he just said that. But then I thought, “Hmmm… it’s obvious that he just needs to understand who we are and what we are about first and then maybe he’ll change his mind. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSo I smiled and said to him, “Let me tell you a little bit about who we are and what we do. We have a leather company and we love the people who work for us. We offer counseling for our employees and also have marriage and parenting classes after work at the factory because we feel like it is something that our creator wants us to do. God doesn’t hug people, but he uses us to hug people.” I went on to share about what Jesus did for us and how that great love motivates us to love others. I told him that we make and sell beautiful leather things too. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHe put his head down for a minute in silence and then looked over to his wife and said something quickly in Japanese. He then turned back to me and spoke into my phone and then smiled and stuck out his hand to shake. As we were shaking hands, the voice on the phone said that we were now friends and he would allow me to use his leather. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThere’s a lot more to the story from there and even more to come, but that’s for another time. For now, you should just be happy that I’m relaunching the 24” leather duffle bag a.k.a. The Waterbag. 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