Slim Leather Briefcase

8.00 lb

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$599.00
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01-10-0022
100 Year Warranty

Design of the Leather Laptop Briefcase

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.

Details

  • 100 Year Warranty
  • Fits 16" Macbook Pro
  • Two internal side pen pockets
  • Backpack Mode
  • Key Strap
  • Removable Adjustable Shoulder Strap
  • False Bottom

Dimensions (W x H x D) 

  • 16.25" X 12.25" X 4.75"
  • Shoulder Strap: 34" - 59" L
  • Weight: 6 lbs

MATERIALS

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

Materials in our Leather Briefcases

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.

Full Grain Leather Laptop Briefcases

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.

Lining Material in our Laptop Briefcases

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.

Stitching in our Leather Briefcases

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.

Yes, it Doubles as a Backpack

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.

Device Pockets

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.

Interior Pockets

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.

A Side Pocket for your Water Bottle

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.

Main Compartment Laptop Area

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.

Key Strap

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.

A Leather Briefcase with a False Bottom

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.

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  • 5
    Perfection

    Definitely hit the sweet spot with this one. I have the original briefcase, waterbag, duffel, and backpack, and this is exactly what I was looking for to finish off my list. Perfect if you are not carrying a ton of stuff. This is really the perfect case for the daily grind. Nothing even comes close to Saddleback.

  • 5
    Quality and style

    They’re not the same for everyone. As individuals we all have our own sense of style, but quality is quality and it’s hard to deny admitting good quality when you see it. To me, that’s what I think of when I think of a Saddleback bag and the Slim Laptop Briefcase is a perfect example, from the thick leather to the metal clips and rings. As a photographer, image matters. Not just the image I create with my camera, but the image I portray in my brand and who I am. I always stress that photography is about much more than just creating beautiful images, it’s a relationship. Relationships start with a first impression. Having the Slim Laptop Briefcase with me as I meet a client is a great way to start things off. I’ve had many many compliments on how sharp this bag looks! When my nose isn’t in the bag breathing in the aroma of glorious leather, I’m utilizing the many different pockets with my laptop, magazines, journals and more. I carry a 15” MacBook Pro. At first I was disappointed to see that it didn’t fit inside the floppy pocket that would hold a 13”, but as soon as I placed it in the main compartment, my concerns quickly faded. A 13” would even fit in the front exterior pocket, but I personally wouldn’t store it there with the lack of snaps or buckles on the actual flap to keep it closed. I do, however, feel secure about transporting my iPad in there, but most of the time I keep that in the outside back pocket for a quick grab and to avoid having to unbuckle the bag for it. One thing I love about this bag is the amount of pockets. I don’t have to search through one big spot to find what I’m looking for. I keep my ipad in one pocket, my computer in the main, magazines in another, and my journal in an additional spot - the space between the large front pocket and the bag actually creates ANOTHER pocket. Inside the main interior there are two side pockets that are great for pens and such, but with my computer filling side to side, I’d rather they not be there because the flaps often catch my laptop as I’m placing it in. The outside side pouches allow for pens or other small quick grab items. I love how the bag has the ability to stand upright by itself. I didn’t realize how much this mattered until I started using it. I often keep my bag on the ground in a coffee shop or when meeting with someone and this bag doesn’t fall over causing it to get dirty or making things slide forward to fall out. I don’t need to lean it against my chair or table leg. The shoulder strap has two adjustable or removable pads attached that allow you to move them comfortably to support the weight, but the main reason there are two pads is so you can convert it from a shoulder bag into a backpack placing each pad on both shoulders. A friend of mine owns the Front Pocket Leather Briefcase which also has this feature. I tried it on as a backpack and found it uncomfortably bulky. The Slim Laptop Briefcase doesn’t have the bulk giving it a much more natural feel and fairly comfortable if you’re wearing a layers. The reason I say layers is because the thick leather and its seams may not be the most comfortable rubbing against your back with just a shirt on. If you want to alter the bag to a high and close fit when carrying it as a messenger bag, the remaining part of the strap can be pretty long since it adjusts like a belt. There is a loop to place it through, but after a certain length the strap may just hang loose. For photography, the Slim Laptop Briefcase functions best as named - to be used as a laptop bag, but I have used it at times out on a shoot. Most shoots don’t require an immediate use of a computer so I’ve left it at home. The problem with this bag for a photographer is that it doesn’t have any separate dividers to insert camera gear. I’ve made this work for me by inserting a different ICU (internal camera unit) that allows me to store my dslr and a couple lenses. It’s a snug fit but it works, allowing me to carry a dslr with a couple lenses or a mirrorless camera with some space for more. Without any padding stitched into their bags, the thickness of the leather provides some protection but may leave some people feeling cautious. One thing I’ve learned about leather bags is that the more distressed the leather gets, the more beautiful the bag becomes. A newly fresh leather bag has no marks yet and scratches easily from the beginning. Each scrape and scratch tells a story and I’m excited to see how this bag ages and the stories it will tell.