Classic Briefcase

Large Classic Leather Briefcase

10.00 lb

16.00

16.00

10.00

$689.00
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SKU: 01-10-0001

Details

  • 100 Year Warranty
  • Holds 17" Laptops
  • Removable Side Straps
  • Backpack Mode
  • Key Strap
  • False Bottom

Dimensions (W x H x D) 

  • 16"X12"X9"
  • Weight: 7 lbs

MATERIALS

  • Full Grain Leather
  • Pigskin Lining
  • Custom Stainless Steel Hardware
  • Industrial Marine-Grade Polyester Thread
Full grain leather briefcase by Saddleback Leather.

Materials in Our Leather Briefcases

The materials in our leather briefcase are full grain leather, pigskin lining, 316 stainless steel hardware, and German industrial marine-grade polyester thread. Our leather is tough and resilient, and our pigskin lining is super strong. Our hardware is 316 stainless steel and is rated to hold up to 750 lbs. Our thread is UV-resistant and German industrial marine-grade polyester thread. In addition, our hidden reinforcing straps ensure that the bag will never stretch and those straps will never deteriorate. This is over-engineering.

Full Grain Leather is the Key to a Good Bag

Full Grain Leather is the key to a quality leather briefcase. If you take off the top part of the leather (grain) it's like taking the shingles off of the roof. They get rid of the toughest and most resistant layer of the hide. When tanneries get a leather hide from the slaughterhouse, it's really thick. So, the tannery splits the top half with the grain from the bottom half. Now they have two hides to sell. The tough and beasty hide that still has the full amount of grain (full grain) is expensive, and that's what we buy. The bottom half is great for making low quality budget leather briefcases or laptop bags that will dry out and fall apart in a short time.

Full grain leather briefcase in front of camel roadkill.

Lining in Our Leather Briefcases

We glue and sew tough, strong pigskin leather to the cow leather. And the pigskin is even stronger than the cowskin. We've chosen this instead of using a shiny pretty fabric lining. We want all of our real leather bags to be durable, rugged, and sturdy.

Natural leather briefcase with patina.

The Best Hardware for Leather Briefcases

Our custom hardware is 316 Stainless Steel. If you are a metallurgist, then I'm sure you just gasped. It's the metal you want to be used when your life depends on it. The testing laboratory told us that our clips were rated to hold up to a 750 lbs. bag of cats.

Thread That Doesn't Fall Apart

Our thread is unbelievably strong and UV resistant German industrial marine-grade polyester thread. It doesn't deteriorate when the sun hits it like nylon thread does. And we use the thick double ought version of it. It's the same thread used on ship sails and parachutes (things your life depends on).

Hidden Reinforcing Straps

Polyester is good and bad. The good is that it doesn't stretch and never deteriorates. The bad is that it never deteriorates. When it comes to polyester in your sheets and blankets, you won't sleep as well. But, when it comes to polyester straps sewn into the stress points of a bag, it's the best there is to get that extra strength.

Backpack Feature

The classic leather briefcase converts into a laptop backpack with a shoulder strap with two shoulder pads. Clip one end of the strap onto a d-ring on the bottom, run the strap through the o-ring, and clip it to the opposite side and you've got yourself a backpack. Now your hands are free to carry the wife and kid's luggage.

Leather briefcase that converts to backpack mode.

Removable Side Straps

You can remove the side straps to use as an emergency size 36 full grain leather belt, tie-down, or tourniquet (hopefully you won't need that). But on the bag, they are great for holding wet umbrellas and blueprint tubes to the top of the flap.

Leather briefcase with removable straps, in front of a male kangaroo.

D-Rings on the Bottom and Side

The d-rings on the bottom are designed to strap on blankets, dirty boots, fly rod tubes, or blueprints. And you'll use these d-rings to convert your leather briefcase into backpack mode. The d-rings up top are great for clipping keychains, carabiners, or extra gear too.

Saddleback Leather Classic Briefcase in Chestnut leather.

Removable, Adjustable Shoulder Strap

The shoulder strap is adjustable (40" - 65") and it's removable. You can take it off to tie down the Christmas tree to the roof of your car. The shoulder strap comes with two strap pads for backpack mode.

Saddleback Leather briefcase at the South Pole.

False Bottom Secret Compartment

There is a hidden flap on the bottom of this leather briefcase for hiding passports, extra cash, your collection of rubies, or whatever else you don't want anyone to know about. This false bottom can be a lifesaver in itself.

Extra Hole for Just in Case

A small detail, but the main center strap has a hole all the way at the tip for closing when your laptop bag is really overstuffed. This gives you that much extra space in your leather briefcase, for "just in case." Comes in handy when you need it.

Pockets in the Classic Leather Briefcase

There is a pocket on the side, a pocket on the back, and pockets on the inside. From a place for your pens to a spot for your wallet in case you lose your pants. With two main compartments inside, you can take two laptops if need be, with room for chargers and accessories. These quality leather briefcases will protect your belongings and your reputation.

Videos

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  • 5
    Beauty and Function

    After spending considerable time searching for a really good leather bag (and purchasing more than one that barely lasted a year or two), a friend turned me on to Saddleback. After a brief look at the website I saved my pennies and took the plunge. I carry a lot of stuff with me and like a large bag, so I had initially ordered the XL in Carbon Black. When it arrived it became apparent that Dave was not joking, it really is suitable for Yeti. The incredibly friendly and helpful staff at Saddleback very kindly allowed me to ship it back (no mean feat all the way from Australia) and exchange it for the large. I had in the meantime ordered a pouch to clip to the front of my briefcase (which looks fantastic and is the perfect place for my wallet and phone), and when I had the large briefcase sent to me I added a cable bag, large bifold wallet, belt pouch and gadget sleeve. This is still a large, heavy bag but it's quality leaves me with no regrets. I work in fine arts and have had clients who own leather products they have paid thousands for compliment me on my Saddleback briefcase. It handily holds everything I like to carry around with me (which is a lot of junk, I'm a bit of a snail!) with ample room for more, and doubles nicely as a bag for day trips or even overnight stays and weekends away. The Carbon Black colour looks great with my formal work attire as well as more casual weekend clothes. After almost daily use for three months the bag is only just starting to soften and patinate. My briefcase makes me happy every time I look at it and gives me a great feeling every time I sling it over my shoulder. I've just ordered a round satchel for those times when I can't carry my large briefcase around with me (grocery shopping, for example!). I can't recommend Saddleback products highly enough.

  • 5
    This bag IS rugged-refinement perfected

    Most things that are refined and elegant are very fragile and fall apart with even a harsh word or stern glance. Far too many things that are durable and reliable are built with all the craftsmanship and care you would find at the local chapter of cavemen united for progress. These bags don't force you to choose! The bag is tough and very well built but doesn't look or feel like a battle tank. The bag draws compliments from women who shop at Macy's and the men who shop at Gander Mountain. If you are looking for a bag that that you can count on to last and make a statement, this is the bag for you. Sure they are expensive, but quality always cost more up front but is cheaper in the long run. I got my in Chestmut and I just love it! Keep up the great work Dave and Crew! Ken B Technology Exec & avid outdoorsman.

  • 5
    Solid...Top Quality

    This is my second SB purchase (I also own a Messenger Bag). I chose this bag, the XL Briefcase, to act as an all around gear bag for adventure traveling and for short overnight business trips (holds my dob kit, clothes, computer, iPad, etc). And, whether I'm on business, or on an adventure, I take this bag with me everywhere. It is amazingly tough. Top quality. It'????s only draw-back is that It's heavy. However, thanks to Dave's ingenious design, you can convert it into a backpack (60 seconds). The XL briefcase is a tank yet still fits in overhead bin on planes. Love SB products. They will last forever. And, if they don't, Dave backs ??em with a lifetime warranty. Very, very, very, impressed. G P.S. You know you have an awesome bag with the TSA people give you compliments. One lady agent even jokingly frisked my bag! The bags is THAT good!!

  • 5
    Best Bag So Far!

    First off I wanna say that this is my first review of any product. That should say how impressed I am right off the bat. I bought the large classic briefcase in tobacco brown 9 months ago and using it everyday I thought that I could give my 2 cents worth on the product. OK, like most people agree, the bag is heavy! I am 6'1 and 100kg so I don't have a problem with the size or weight but a smaller person might struggle carrying the bag for a while. I am addicted to leather bags and have had a few, even one custom made messenger bag and I have to say this is by far the best quality and best looking bag of all. Lets not forget the smell..... I absolutely love the smell of leather and this bag oozes quality leather smell! After 9 months of everyday use I still don't think that I have broken the bag in. I think the 100 year warranty is not far off the mark. The pigskin interior makes this bag bullet proof. Nothing damages this bag. If you are looking for a bag that will take anything you throw at it, look amazing, get you compliments and have a product that will last you a lifetime, take the plunge and spent your hard earned cash and you wont be disappointed. I have 4 SBL products and now im looking forward to getting the Large Front Pocket Backpack too.

  • 5
    The Perfect Adventure Bag

    I'm a history teacher with fantasies of being Indiana Jones. I waited about five years until I had enough money to get the large dark coffee briefcase, and it was worth the wait. The bag is great for going on hikes and for travelling, but it looks perfect and professorial in the classroom too. I've already got about five students who want to buy one, and I get compliments on the bag just about every time I go out. The weight of the bag isn't a problem for me; it adds to the classic charm. I converted it into a backpack last week and hiked with it up Sleeping Bear Dunes in Michigan. It was comfortable and not a bit too heavy. I can't wait for it to get scuffed and worn in.