14" Grandfather Case

14.00

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The Grandfather Collection

The Grandfather Collection was created from a look back at the old ways when a man's word was his bond, and a handshake meant something. It is said that the contents of a man's briefcase can tell you everything about him. It was also a time when you shop for something, you knew it was quality craftsmanship. We set out to fulfill those same expectations in the Hard Sided Leather Cases. From the vintage style look to the professional craftsmanship, we created the best hard-sided case in our humble opinion, and guarantee it for 100 years.

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Design of this Hard Sided Leather Briefcase

This leather case is excessively over-engineered, with no breakable parts like snaps, zippers, or magnets. The stitching is purposeful, with only 5 stitches per inch, so there's more leather between the needle holes and fewer holes to start a tear. Stress points are reinforced with steel or copper rivets. The hinge is made entirely of leather - it will never rust or break. You can use the sturdy handle to carry it when you're on your daily commute, or you have the option to wear it on your shoulder or crossbody.

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Carried by the Handle or the Adjustable Shoulder Strap

You have options on how you want to carry our leather briefcases. There is a leather handle that looks very elegant, but we didn't stop there. We also included a removable shoulder strap on this case. This is also an adjustable shoulder strap, so you can make it the perfect length for you.

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Materials Used to Make This Full Grain Leather Briefcase

From the best leather we can get, full grain leather, ultra-tough pigskin lining, marine-grade polyester thread, and 316 stainless steel hardware, this small briefcase is made with only the best materials available. We want you to feel secure that this will be the last briefcase you ever buy, one that will last decades, so we used the best materials.

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Full Grain Leather

We only use full-grain leather, which is the strongest and most resistant cow leather you can find. It's called "full-grain" because none of the leather is shaved off. The full toughest top layer is still there. That's why it's so thick and strong. See, those cheap genuine leather briefcases that you find at the department store are just making a sale to the uneducated. Most people do not know genuine leather is leather that has had the top part shaved off. Like a home without shingles, it will not last. God knew precisely what he was doing when he created an outer layer of skin, the epidermis. That is what protects us, as well as animals.

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Genuine Leather is Missing the Best Part

Like us, cattle can get scars from bug bites, branding, and scratches from trying to get to the much greener grass on the other side of the barbed wire. So while other companies will shave that off to make more profit and call it genuine leather, we just cut around it. That is why we can use the term full grain leather. We keep the protective layer on, making it extra elegant and lasting forever.

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Pigskin Lined Briefcase

As tough as full grain leather is, pigskin is even tougher. So the inside is lined with pigskin, instead of being lined with some brittle fabric with flowers on it that rips and tears with minimal use. These are things other briefcase makers typically will not do, but we are in the business of creating functional works of art, and that is what this is. From the finest material to the best design in our classic vintage style briefcases, we want you to be excited to take this case with you just to show everyone.

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Serious Thread to Hold Together This Vintage Briefcase

Everything is sewn together with the strongest thread we can get, marine-grade polyester. It's the same stuff sailmakers use on boat sails, and those things take a beating from high winds every time they're used. It's much better than using the typical nylon thread because it never decomposes, so it'll hold the case together forever.

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Only the Best Hardware In This High Quality Leather Briefcase

We only use 316 stainless steel, so it will never rust, giving the leather case a great look and even more durability. This is a medical grade alloy. It is also used when salt water is involved because it will never corrode. That is how confident we are in the materials that we use.

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Configuring the Inside with Organizer Boxes

We're not telling you how to keep your Grandfather Briefcase organized, but here is how we're configuring the 14" Briefcase:&&Two Small Organizer Boxes&&One Medium Organizer Box&&*This will still give you room to put your laptop, notepad, etc. on top of the Organizer Boxes.

Details

100 Year Warranty
Fits a 14" Macbook Pro
Removable Adjustable Shoulder Strap
Fits two Small & one Medium Organizer Boxes

Dimensions (W x H x D)

13.25" x 9.5" x 5.5" (OUTSIDE)
11.75" x 7.5" x 4" (INSIDE)

MATERIALS

Full Grain Leather
Pigskin Lining
Industrial Marine-Grade Polyester Thread
Custom Stainless Steel Hardware

5
13" Grandfather's Case

I picked this beauty up recently. I use it for my pipes. (Smoking tobacco pipes.) I keep four pipes, two tins of tobacco, several sandwich bags of special blends of tobacco, and associated paraphernalia one needs, like tampers and lighters and matches and pipe cleaners, plus the valet tray, and a leather organizer bag. Normally I keep it loaded up, and then use the organizer bag or tray as appropriate for the occasion. I bring the bag in the car to the park, and then use the little organizer bag with one pipe, selected tobacco, and just what I need, to carry to the picnic table. Leave grandfather case in the car. Of course I got it the color tobacco. One improvement - a thin wooden dowel about 11.5 inches long, that I use to prop the lid open, like the hood of a car.

Posted by Jefferson Bronfeld | Nov 13, 2023
5
Durable handmade case in the perfect size for keepsakes

I have the 10” Grandfather Case in tobacco, the 13” Grandfather Case in DCB, the 15” Grandfather Briefcase in chestnut, and the Grandfather Overnight Case arriving today in chestnut. Needless to say I’m crazy for these cases. From my earliest days of collecting vintage Hartmann cases of similar construction in belting leather, I’ve always loved this boxy old school style. I was shocked when I saw that Saddleback was reviving this style, but I’m grateful. Even when not in use, they make excellent display pieces and storage for prized keepsakes. The 13” is probably the Goldilocks size for this purpose. The proportions are perfect. You won’t go wrong with any of them, but everyone I know who has bought the 13” case absolutely loves it. I’ve had to sell much of my leather collection to afford these, but I was glad to do it. I’m even considering selling some of my extremely rare pieces made from hides recovered from the 1786 shipwreck of the Dutch ship Metta Catharina in order to afford new Grandfather Collection pieces that might be on the horizon.

Posted by Mike Abbey | May 12, 2022
5
Wow!!

This case is absolutely beautiful!! I expected it to be well constructed but in person it looks so much better! It’s not as heavy as I thought and it looks amazing in dark coffee brown. It’s soft but the construction is tough. This case is amazing!!

Posted by Antonio Ramos | May 09, 2022
5
Pure work of art

I rarely submit reviews. In fact, Saddleback is the only place I’ve bothered to submit one for. The 13” Grandfather case is a pure work of art. While it could be used as a carry bag, I find it a bit small for that. Instead, I use it to store items I want to keep safe and the occasional trip to the range with one of my smaller pistols. I’m eyeing one of Dave’s pistol cases next!

Posted by Don S. | Apr 16, 2022
5
Excellent Product

All I can say is, if you can get one of any color, get it! I am very pleased with the quality of the build. Dave- Please make more 15 inch units.

Posted by Tony Jackson | Mar 15, 2022

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