SKU 01-39-0055

Leather Trunk

135.00 lb

40.00

30.00

30.00

Availability:
Usually ships within 2 weeks
Minimum Purchase:
1 unit
$5,999.00

What People Think

5

Exceptional Craftsmanship – A True Heirloom

After owning my leather trunk from Saddleback Leather for about two years, I can confidently say it has exceeded all expectations. I wanted to give it plenty of time to see how it would hold up, especially in the hot Arizona climate inside my home. The result? This trunk has not only endured the extreme heat but has developed a beautiful patina, showcasing the quality of the full-grain leather.

The craftsmanship is top-notch, with every detail exuding durability. Even after two years, there are no signs of wear or damage. The sturdy construction and rugged design give me complete confidence that this trunk will stand the test of time. It’s more than just a piece of furniture—it's an heirloom that I’m excited to pass down for generations.

If you're looking for a timeless, well-built product that can handle the elements and still look incredible, this is it. Absolutely worth every penny and built to last!
3rd Oct 2024
Chris Wysong
5

The Ultimate Conversation Starter

So for those that know me, they know I don't have a problem speaking with others about almost any subject, except Math. However, I received the ultimate gift from my wife Bonnie for my 60th Birthday this past May. In my Birthday Card she wrote that I could purchase the trunk as I had expressed to her if only she would give her blessing. Well, I ordered and received the trunk in Tobacco - my favorite SL color. It is a Beautiful piece and like all other SL pieces is designed with much thought and is constructed to last for generations. It is a piece in our living room that belongs and will serve as a conversation starter about SL/Love 41, their overall mission, products, good works on behalf of thousands less fortunate, and all of the wonderful people my wife (Bonnie) and I have met through the SL Club Membership. Ultimately, our heirs will inherit this beauty and hopefully think of SL/Love 41 and us and all of the goodness it represents.
18th Jul 2024
Robert Lindaw
5

Leather Trunk

I've had my eyes on this trunk for a long time before I purchased it. It is beautiful and well-crafted. Currently it sits in our living room. We store blankets, books and a chess set in it, and we use these items daily. This trunk is a joy to have. I am thrilled with my purchase!
29th Jan 2024
Scott Johnson
5

Amazing piece of craftsmanship

I have been a fan of Saddleback products for years, and I have been stalking a trunk purchase for nearly all those years! The obvious thing is the price and the shipping, which really makes this item a special purchase. Earlier this year, Saddleback ran a special of free shipping for orders over a certain level, which immediately made me want to reconsider my trunk stalking and make it a reality. The problem was that there was not a DCB (dark coffee brown - my favorite SB color) in stock. I called the amazing team at SB and asked if I could order a trunk and still get the shipping special, which THEY HONORED! I had to do it and happily made the order knowing it would be quite a few weeks before I would see it. Just before it was shipped, they called me and mentioned during the quality check, that a small rub happened on the leather in a spot where normal use would create the rub anyway. They made it right (generously), and I was still anxious to see the trunk. When it arrived, the unpacking was fun, and it did need an extra set of hands to move around. It is by far the most amazing piece of craftsmanship I have seen, and I could not be more happy with the trunk. Looking at it and the details every day is a joy. I consider this to be an heirloom-level item. I only really have 1 other "item" that qualifies, which is my grandmother's grandfather clock. Now I have two, and this trunk is a true work of art, it is obvious the care and attention to detail that goes into creating these pieces. Thank you to the entire SB team!
4th Oct 2023
Ken Steck
5

It's Big. It's Beautiful. It's Imperfectly Perfect!

Let me start by stating the obvious. This is an expensive piece. In fact, it is the most expensive piece of "furniture" in my house. I absolutely do consider the trunk to be furniture rather than just storage.



A couple things to consider, especially if you are buying one in Tobacco. As I understand it, most of these trunks are built-to-order so unless there happens to be one in stock, you won't really know the condition of YOUR trunk until you get it.



Why does this matter? It's a big trunk. It uses a lot of leather. It's NOT going to look perfect. Mine has some scars, bug bites, and scratches. It's going to get more too, I'm sure.



If you are looking for perfection, get DCB or some other color.



While I like imperfections, I do not like water marks from some ill advised coasterless glasses. To that end, the lid of my Trunk is treated with Chamberlain's #3 waterproofing. It will darken the leather a bit, but looks great.



It's a beautiful piece. You'll love it!
18th Feb 2018
Bill L.

Leather Trunk: A Timeless Treasure

Imagine a little girl lifts the top of this new trunk and puts her dolls and play pretties in just the right places. Imagine that same girl's dad helps her lift it into the bed of the truck as he takes her off to college. Imagine she has it open at her wedding for people to put their wedding cards into and then imagine that same girl is now an old lady rocking next to that old vintage trunk with a lifetime of memories. Now imagine her little granddaughter lifting the lid of that same old antique trunk and arranges her dolls and play pretties in it. This leather trunk was designed to be passed down from generation to generation and then one day be in a museum as a vintage turn of the century leather trunk. Your job is to break it in a little. &&

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Functionality of the Leather Trunk

Front Door: It is expected that this trunk will end up in the stunning living room or a quality office space, which means there will be decor on top. Therefore, I designed this leather trunk with a front door to get board games or extra blankets out without having to clear the top off to get inside. &&Removable Tray: The tray inside gives you a second layer to store things and has removable dividers so longer keepsakes, important rolls or other valuables can fit the length of the trunk.&&Pockets Behind the Pockets: The three pockets fixed to the inside of the lid each have pockets behind them for keeping extra valuable pieces. No one expects them to be there and, therefore, will not know to stick their hand back there. A nice place to drop a note for your descendants.

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More Than A Storage Area

These leather trunks are more than just a storage area, even though they are perfect for that. They are also designed as an important part of your home's décor. The right trunk can add so much character to a room. This trunk can be the finishing touch in your perfect design scheme. A well-chosen trunk will reflect your unique style and make a statement all its own.

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No Breakable Parts in this Leather Trunk

There are no breakable parts like zippers, springs, snaps, buttons, or velcro. Nothing modern. Just hard buckles and a leather hinge, like they used to make them, but a little stronger. We had a goal to think of all the details and put them into the design of this piece. Not good, but great; the results are amazing. I believe we have created the most perfect trunks for your home or office.

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Reinforced Leather Trunks

Anywhere this leather trunk would have stress, it gets stitching, a rivet, and a reinforcing hidden Polyester strap is sewn in.

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Large Pieces of Full Grain Leather: These Details Matter

This leather trunk was designed and built with as few individual pieces of leather as possible. The best part of a hide is chosen for each side instead of sewing several pieces together to make one flat space. Seams are from the devil because it is at the seams that things begin to fall apart. Each side is made from one hide all by itself.

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Leather Trunk Stitching: Made to Keep it Together Forever

Hand Stitching is an art, and it is done beautifully here. There are some parts that we used one of our heavy duty industrial sewing machines on and we set it to sew at only 5 stitches per inch. That gives it a little more texture to the design of this piece but also keeps the distance between the needle holes as far apart as possible. That is important because sewing machines are also known as perforation machines. The leather tends to tear easily when the holes are too close together.

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Full Grain Leather

The leather we chose for this trunk is the strongest cow leather there is because it still has the full amount of grain in it. Every hide comes with what is called "grain" which is the toughest and most water resistant fibers of the whole hide. But cowhides come thick, so the tannery splits them in half and then sells two hides. A strong one with grain and a weak one without. The top half is the toughest because it has all of the grain still on it, and the bottom half has been neutered. The bottom half is called Split or Genuine leather and also suede. If you're wondering the difference between our leather trunks and lesser priced ones, this is a huge part of it. If you're going to invest in one, get a quality one. Would you ever buy a new roof for your house if they didn't put shingles on it? And our leather is a little thicker than work boot leather.

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Pigskin Lining in Our Leather Trunks

We line all of our trunks with tough pigskin, which is actually stronger than cowskin. And we put it skin side down, so you get a beautiful and rich look and feel.

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The Strongest Thread with the Fewest Seams

Not only do we sew this leather trunk with as few seams as possible, but we sew it with a UV resistant continuous filament Polyester thread instead of cheap Nylon thread. The good and bad of Polyester is it never deteriorates. That's good for thread but bad for clothing and sheets. Did you know that the Polyester in bedding doesn't allow people to sleep as well and gives people skin problems? But when it comes to our German engineered thread, there is none better for longevity and durability. And we use the double ought thickness version of it. And we hand stitch using a waxed linen boot cord. &&

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The Kind of Hardware that will Last for Generations

We developed our own custom hardware for this leather trunk out of 316 Stainless Steel. To the common man, it's a common metal, but if you tell a metallurgist that we use 316 Stainless Steel, they'll gasp and then tell you we're lying. It is the metal of choice for extremely high end wrist watches, and Apple even uses them for their high end iPhones because of its hardness and corrosion resistance over other types of stainless. It is expensive and kind of overkill, but we have never had a single issue with our hardware failing. If your life depended on the hardware not failing, may it depend on ours. Our clasps were tested and rated to hold up to 750 lbs.

Write a Review
  • Posted by Chris Wysong on 3rd Oct 2024
    5
    Exceptional Craftsmanship – A True Heirloom
    After owning my leather trunk from Saddleback Leather for about two years, I can confidently say it has exceeded all expectations. I wanted to give it plenty of time to see how it would hold up, especially in the hot Arizona climate inside my home. The result? This trunk has not only endured the extreme heat but has developed a beautiful patina, showcasing the quality of the full-grain leather.

    The craftsmanship is top-notch, with every detail exuding durability. Even after two years, there are no signs of wear or damage. The sturdy construction and rugged design give me complete confidence that this trunk will stand the test of time. It’s more than just a piece of furniture—it's an heirloom that I’m excited to pass down for generations.

    If you're looking for a timeless, well-built product that can handle the elements and still look incredible, this is it. Absolutely worth every penny and built to last!
  • Posted by Robert Lindaw on 18th Jul 2024
    5
    The Ultimate Conversation Starter
    So for those that know me, they know I don't have a problem speaking with others about almost any subject, except Math. However, I received the ultimate gift from my wife Bonnie for my 60th Birthday this past May. In my Birthday Card she wrote that I could purchase the trunk as I had expressed to her if only she would give her blessing. Well, I ordered and received the trunk in Tobacco - my favorite SL color. It is a Beautiful piece and like all other SL pieces is designed with much thought and is constructed to last for generations. It is a piece in our living room that belongs and will serve as a conversation starter about SL/Love 41, their overall mission, products, good works on behalf of thousands less fortunate, and all of the wonderful people my wife (Bonnie) and I have met through the SL Club Membership. Ultimately, our heirs will inherit this beauty and hopefully think of SL/Love 41 and us and all of the goodness it represents.
  • Posted by Scott Johnson on 29th Jan 2024
    5
    Leather Trunk
    I've had my eyes on this trunk for a long time before I purchased it. It is beautiful and well-crafted. Currently it sits in our living room. We store blankets, books and a chess set in it, and we use these items daily. This trunk is a joy to have. I am thrilled with my purchase!
  • Posted by Ken Steck on 4th Oct 2023
    5
    Amazing piece of craftsmanship
    I have been a fan of Saddleback products for years, and I have been stalking a trunk purchase for nearly all those years! The obvious thing is the price and the shipping, which really makes this item a special purchase. Earlier this year, Saddleback ran a special of free shipping for orders over a certain level, which immediately made me want to reconsider my trunk stalking and make it a reality. The problem was that there was not a DCB (dark coffee brown - my favorite SB color) in stock. I called the amazing team at SB and asked if I could order a trunk and still get the shipping special, which THEY HONORED! I had to do it and happily made the order knowing it would be quite a few weeks before I would see it. Just before it was shipped, they called me and mentioned during the quality check, that a small rub happened on the leather in a spot where normal use would create the rub anyway. They made it right (generously), and I was still anxious to see the trunk. When it arrived, the unpacking was fun, and it did need an extra set of hands to move around. It is by far the most amazing piece of craftsmanship I have seen, and I could not be more happy with the trunk. Looking at it and the details every day is a joy. I consider this to be an heirloom-level item. I only really have 1 other "item" that qualifies, which is my grandmother's grandfather clock. Now I have two, and this trunk is a true work of art, it is obvious the care and attention to detail that goes into creating these pieces. Thank you to the entire SB team!
  • Posted by Bill L. on 18th Feb 2018
    5
    It's Big. It's Beautiful. It's Imperfectly Perfect!
    Let me start by stating the obvious. This is an expensive piece. In fact, it is the most expensive piece of "furniture" in my house. I absolutely do consider the trunk to be furniture rather than just storage.



    A couple things to consider, especially if you are buying one in Tobacco. As I understand it, most of these trunks are built-to-order so unless there happens to be one in stock, you won't really know the condition of YOUR trunk until you get it.



    Why does this matter? It's a big trunk. It uses a lot of leather. It's NOT going to look perfect. Mine has some scars, bug bites, and scratches. It's going to get more too, I'm sure.



    If you are looking for perfection, get DCB or some other color.



    While I like imperfections, I do not like water marks from some ill advised coasterless glasses. To that end, the lid of my Trunk is treated with Chamberlain's #3 waterproofing. It will darken the leather a bit, but looks great.



    It's a beautiful piece. You'll love it!