Front Pocket Leather Backpack

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$649.00

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Design of the Front Pocket Leather Backpack

There is no luck in making a quality leather backpack. And this leather backpack with pockets is no exception. It was purposefully designed with no breakable parts like zippers, snaps, or velcro. And any stress spot is reinforced with Polyester straps hidden beneath the leather and riveted. The body of this leather backpack is built with just two big pieces of leather, which means there aren't many seams. The fewer the seams, the stronger the backpack because backpacks come apart at the seams before anywhere else. And then we only sew 5 stitches per inch, so there are as few holes as possible. Quality can be measured in Seam Feet (how few feet of seams a bag has. We made that term up).

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Materials used to create this Leather Backpack with Pockets

This backpack is made out of strong materials. The full grain leather is very tough and more resistant to water. The lining is made from pigskin, which is even stronger than cowhide. The hardware is made from 316 Stainless Steel, which is very strong and will not rust. The thread used to sew the backpack together is Polyester, which does not deteriorate in the sun as nylon thread does.

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Full Grain Leather

The leather of this backpack is the strongest and most water-resistant we can find (full grain), and then we line it with pigskin, which is stronger than the cow skin. It's rare for a low-quality company to use full grain to make a leather backpack because it's so expensive. When I say "Full Grain Leather" I mean that it still has all of the tough, tightly woven fibers on the top of the hide.

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A Genuine Leather Backpack is Missing the Strength

Most companies shave off the scars and blemishes from the top of the hide (watch how they shave it here at minute 6:30) and shave off the strongest and best part of the hide (the grain) while doing it. They shave it down to genuine leather. They do it, so they don't have to cut around the marks and throw those pieces into the trash as we do. We throw away 25% of the hide. They don't throw hardly anything away. But since it still has leather, they can call it a genuine leather backpack. It will not last nearly as long and is missing the beauty.

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A Vegan Leather Backpack is Plastic Garbage

Vegan leather is ridiculous. It doesn't even make sense. It's usually polyurethane or PVC, which is a plastic. Do you want to wear a plastic backpack? No? We don't want you to either. You and I both know that will not last longer than your carebear backpack as a kid.

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Seriously Strong Hardware in this Leather Backpack with Pockets

I know using 316 Stainless Steel custom hardware is kind of like killing a fly with a shotgun, but we did it anyways. Check that one off the list of potential problems. Our large pieces of hardware on our backpacks are rated strong enough to hold a 750 lb. bag of cats before it gives. Seriously, I hope you google it to understand more. If your life is going to depend on any metal, let it depend on 316 Stainless Steel.

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The Best Thread to Hold it all Together

We sew it all together with thick and strong Polyester thread. It's industrial strength and doesn't deteriorate with exposure to the Sun's UV rays like Nylon thread does. This Leather Backpack is very strong from the nature of the materials we use.

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From a Brown Leather Backpack, to a Black Leather Backpack, you have options

We know not everyone has the same style. So this leather backpack with pockets comes in four different colors. The light tan color (called Tobacco) develops a beautiful patina over time. There's also Dark Coffee Brown, Chestnut (reddish brown), and Black. So find the style that will suit you.

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Very Spacious Main Compartment

The interior main compartment has enough space for your 17" laptop, a charger, other electronic gear, some personal items, your passport, a book, or possibly a few books. You could probably even fit a monkey in there if you had to. But we wouldn't recommend that. This is a very durable leather bag with plenty of room.

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Adjustable Shoulder Straps

We want this leather backpack to be easy to carry on and off your back. So we made the most comfortable straps that are easily adjustable. This makes for easy access as you take it off to grab something out and toss it back on your back.

Details

100 Year Warranty
Fits all 17" laptops
Hidden Pockets Behind the Pockets

Dimensions (W x H x D)

12" X 17" X 7"
Weight: 6 lbs

MATERIALS

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

5
Completely Hooked....

Like most of the other people have said, this is an exceptional bag. I carry it whenever and wherever I can. The leather feels, smells, and looks amazing. I obsessed over the website for months while waiting for the large dry bag to become available in tobacco, and when it came it was everything I expected. You WILL get stopped and asked about it. Browsing the site now deciding which will be my second piece. Leaning towards the front pocket briefcase vs the front pocket backpack. Although I am an atheist, I appreciate Dave's convictions and spirituality. I was delighted to hear how part of the purchase price went to supporting important good works like wells for clean water in Africa (especially since my son recently became involved with Project Thirst at his college). Great man, great company, phenomenal product. If you are remotely considering purchasing something, do it now. You will not regret it.

Posted by Anonymous | Nov 19, 2018
5
Love It

Got the small bag in tobacco on Dave's Deal's. I just love it. My SB big leather wallet fits standing on its end. I can fit so much stuff in this bag - or very little and fold it over. I carry it to church, out to eat, doctor appts. and other short jaunts. Because there is no shoulder strap on the small bag, I don't carry it to the mall or all day outings. The leather is thick and beautiful and the discontinued tobacco color is gorgeous! Will be back for the medium on Mother's Day.

Posted by Anonymous | Nov 19, 2018
5
Finally Got it

I have got it today, it looks fantastic exactly what I had in mind. good job guys .

Posted by Anonymous | Nov 19, 2018
5
Amazing

I got this bag as an anniversary gift. I have been carrying it as a purse to break it in and it's fabulous. I plan on using it as a carry on for a trip next week and an overnight bag on a regular bases. I can't say enough about how well made the bag its. It's a great think leather and the hardware is heavy duty. I can see myself using this bag for a million things. Also I loved that part of the price goes to helping people in need.

Posted by Amy B. | Nov 19, 2018
5
Backpack Hack-You can turn this into a nice backpack-follow up review

Saddleback is not selling this as a backpack, but if you look at the video on turning your briefcase into a backpack, it is even easier on this nice bag. Instead of threading the strap through the ring on the briefcase you thread it through the handle and reconnect on the other side. You only have to use the holes near the end of the strap. I am 6'2" 230 lbs, and this was very comfortable and makes an awesome size daypack. This bag is quickly becoming an all around go to bag. I am planning on getting a second shoulder pad just to have two very comfortable pads against my shoulders, although just the strap is very comfortable for me by itself.

Posted by Amy J. | Nov 19, 2018

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