Details
- 100 year warranty
- Fits a 16" MacBook Pro
Dimensions (W x H x D)
- 14" X 16" X 7"
MATERIALS
- Full Grain Leather
- Pigskin Lining
- Custom Stainless Steel Hardware
- Industrial Marine-Grade Polyester Thread
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Read MoreOver-engineering happened here. The leather of this backpack is the tightest, strongest, and most resistant cow leather we can buy. None of the top layers of grain was shaved off to get rid of icky icky scars or natural marks. It's full grain leather and was designed with no breakable parts like zippers, velcro, magnets, buttons or snaps.&&Any piece of leather on this backpack that gets pushed or pulled on is reinforced with hidden polyester strapping, a rivet, or both. Leather naturally stretches but those straps don't. And then we line it with pigskin instead of some shiny world map fabric because the pigskin is tougher than the cowskin.
---"They fell apart at the seams" isn't a saying for no reason. Seams are the weakest point on almost any backpack. So our solution for that universal problem was to design our backpack with pieces so big, we don't have to use more than two or three of them. The fewer the pieces, the fewer the seams.&&FYI, a backpack made with a lot of little pieces sewn together makes it cheaper to produce because it saves leather in the cutting process, but it makes for a weak backpack. To see what I mean, watch our fun leather seam explanation video, where I show a leather duffle bag made with 85 pieces of leather.
---In New Zealand one time, I interviewed an old sailmaker. He said that a sewing machine is a perforation machine because all of those needle holes next to each other tear easily. So, they try to keep the needle holes as far apart from the next one as they can. That's why we only sew our leather backpacks with 5 stitches per inch, so there is more leather between each needle hole.
---This leather backpack is designed for you to be the first owner. So break it in good because several generations will use it. It's like planting a tree that you may enjoy a little bit, but it's really for those to enjoy who come after you. And that's why we over-engineered this leather backpack. It's just the right thing to do.
---Coolness features are where it's at, and this leather backpack has at least two. We used a similar Gladstone Bag closure for the Leather Flight Bag. It opens wide and stays open until you say otherwise. You can reach down into it if it's on the floor next to your chair or if it's wide open laying on the table in front of you. And the second coolness feature is the smaller front pocket that opens 90 degrees with that same metal frame closure. It doesn't have a zipper, so it takes a little to open, but if you open it in front of strangers, they'll tell you how cool that is.
I have several Saddleback bags and they have been great! I purchased this backpack for short business trips and leisure travel… when carrying this bag in any warm/humid climate the color rubs off. Unfortunately I didn’t notice this until a few days into a trip and looked at my previous days clothes to realize I was ruining my shirts. I tried wiping down with a moist towel hoping it would improve the situation but it doesn’t seem to help.
Posted by Joe S. | Jun 10, 2021
It is exceptionally well made. Sturdy and substantial. Heavyweight and Heavy Duty. It will be a welcome addition to the collection that I have.
Posted by James P. | May 26, 2021
Excellent love it. A tad heavy, but a great bag.
Posted by Douglas K. | Apr 01, 2021
I have bought more backpacks that I care to remember. Both for backpacking and business. While this backpack may not work for a thru-hike on the AT, it definitely works for business trips and EDC. The Gladstone opening is fantastic, and of course with all thinks Saddleback Leather the quality is bar none the best!
Posted by Duncan D. | Mar 10, 2021
I have been searching for the perfect bag for years...and I mean years...but my search is over. If I can't get it in this bag I really don't need it - the size is perfect and the pockets make it highly versatile! Of course the exterior is both tough looking as well as cool, but I also love the pigskin on the inside, and the Gladstone bag closure really makes getting in and out of the bag with two free hands so easy. Add the fact that it's a backpack with two super strong straps, and that's why I'm completely content with this bag and will be for the duration. It's built like a tank and I've had people come over and tell me they had been admiring it from a distance. Bigger than it looks in the pictures, I was a little surprised at first sight - but I have been thankful for the space. Great job Saddleback!!!
Posted by Allan R. | Mar 09, 2021