Leather Duffle Bag a.k.a. The WaterBag

12.00

$849.00

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Design of This Leather Duffle Bag

This leather duffle bag is our most popular overnight travel bag and the most versatile one. It is just one solid giant piece of leather with no breakable parts like zippers, snaps, buttons, etc. Any place that might get stress has been reinforced with rivets or hidden polyester strapping between the leather. The reason it's built with just one solid piece of leather is to reduce the amount of seams (watch the video above with bull to understand this better). Since we sew at only five stitches per inch, there is more leather between the needle holes. You see, a sewing machine is really just a perforation machine and so the fewer the holes to start a tear or let water in, the better. So when it comes to seams, less is more.

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Full Grain Leather

The cow leather I chose for this leather duffle bag is the strongest there is (full-grain boot leather, but thicker). Leather is like a roof. The shingles are the toughest and most protective layer. Leather has what is called "Grain" and it makes up the top layer of the hide. Some companies shave off the top layer to get rid of scars and blemishes because they don't want to throw any leather away. That's money. But in doing so, they shave off the shingles from your roof. It's really dumb, but they do it. We don't. We use high quality leather with the full amount of grain still there to make all of our leather travel and overnight bags.

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A Durable Liner

The bottom of the leather duffle bag has a liner covered in tough pigskin, which is stronger than the cow skin. It gives it form, but is removable and the removable liner is covered in pigskin, which is stronger than the full-grain leather. Other bag makers might line the interior with some stylish cotton fabric or nylon material with a pretty map, but we wanted durability, and we think you do too. So pack in your clothes, gear, toiletries, and collection of cool rocks, these rugged bags can handle it.

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Thread to Keep The Bag Together

Our thread is super strong industrial marine grade UV resistant polyester thread. It's the most expensive for a reason. It's so strong and doesn't turn into dust like the half priced nylon thread does. Watch out for low quality companies that use nylon just to save a buck or two. When you want a leather bag to stay strong and durable, you want this thread.

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Hardware

Using 316 Stainless Steel for hardware is like killing a fly with a shotgun, but we've never once had a problem because of this hardware. A lone tear just dropped from the eye of a metallurgist somewhere. Our clips were tried and found they can hold up to a 750 lb bag of cats over a cliff without breaking. It's the kind of hardware people use when their life depends on it. Ocean and parachuting stuff. And the metal of fancy watches and iPhones. There's no other overnight leather duffle bag or any leather bags that we know of that uses hardware this complete.

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Functionality of These Leatther Duffle Bags

We haven't heard of any other full grain leather duffle bags as versatile as this Waterbag. Let's go over some of the functionality, from the ability to go from a tote to a backpack, down to it's carry on approval.

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Leather Duffle Bags That Convert Into A Backpack

The shoulder strap makes it quickly to a backpack. So when you are going to be carrying your leather bag for a while, why not use it as a backpack? Unlike other leather bags you might find in some random department store, we thought this functionality would be important, and everyone loves it. When you have it on, you will barely feel it on your shoulders, and it will still look classy.

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Carry-on Approved Travel Bags

As carry on luggage, it is within all international limits. This leather duffle bag fits into all overhead compartments and under the seats. It's our go-to travel bag for sure. Just be aware, with as much class and style this quality bag brings to the room, you will probably have to stand around answering questions about it and yourself.

Details

100 year warranty
Backpack Mode
Ideal for 5 Days of Travel
Carry On Approved

Dimensions (W x H x D)

Unfolded: 20" X 18" X 9"
Folded: 20" X 14" X 9"
Shoulder strap: 34" - 59"
Weight: 7.0 lbs

MATERIALS

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

5
Love the bag

Made my wife very happy.

Posted by Troy E. | Dec 29, 2019
5
Looks fantastic.

I love this bag. It looks great, and it has the typical Saddleback quality. The best part of the bag is it's versatility. I have used it for an overnight bag, and a week long bag. the ability to roll up the excess material is it's greatest selling point. I will be using it as a carry on bag in 2 weeks. I can't wait to see how it does in the airport. I would suggest to any new buyer of the tobacco, to rub leather conditioner or leather milk over it when you first get the bag. It will give depth and texture to the leather. You'll be surprised how much better it looks and feels.

Posted by bradley g. | Nov 25, 2019
5
Love it!

I wanted this bag for a while! When I got it I was not disappointed! The simplicity and craftsmanship is superb! I travel for work and use it 5 days a week. It’s extremely well build and I receive compliments all the time.

Posted by Ryan W. | Nov 01, 2019
5
Do not buy this bag! ;)

I waited until I took a trip before writing this review. I know first impressions can be deceiving so I wanted a road test. If the smell of leather filling the room from the moment you cut the tape on the box bothers you, do not buy this bag. If you don’t like a bag that is thoughtfully designed and quality constructed, do not buy this bag. If you don’t want the best long weekend bag you have ever put your stuff in, do not buy this bag. If you don’t want to get compliments from the moment you walk into a hotel lobby and again when you enter the elevator, do not buy this bag. If you just want to throw money away on bags that will never make you feel special when you pick it up, do not buy this bag. Yes there are cheaper bags that will get you by, save you money in the short term, and end up getting replaced eventually. If that’s what works for you, do not shop this site. Get the picture? Buy it. I have 5 saddleback products and not one of them has let me down in any way. I understand some of the prices might give your pause, which is good, you are thinking responsibly. And since this bag has a lifetime warranty, my wife thought responsibly before getting this bag for my 50th birthday. If you want to be the best gift giver ever, this is what does it. I get the best bag ever and my wife got the best wife award ever. Win win Only rated 5 stars because they don’t have a 10 star rating. Buy the bag.

Posted by John O. | Oct 27, 2019
5
Great piece of leather!

The bag met all my expectations. It is a great carry on with a lot of space and versality. Took it to Hamburg for four days and all I needed did fit in there perfectly. Now I am in Sagres Portugal - with my water bag. Great companion! Cheers, Holger

Posted by Olaf K. | Oct 08, 2019

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