Briefcase Appreciation thread

[Stay at Home Dad]

I was considering getting this bag, what are your thoughts? How has it held up over the years?

 

[MB1]

Any experience with Bleu de Chauffe? Their offerings look pretty good.

 

[ceriano]

This was my college graduation gift from my dad. After 16 years of heavy use it may be time to retire it and move to something more functional.

 

[Christianttt]

I want to get this so bad, maybe in a couple of months if the business is going well.

 

[sclemmons]

If you like it I love it but if you are waiting anyway, look around some more.

 

[SimonC]

The construction quality looks suspect even in those marketing photos...

 

[ceriano]

$80 Wilson leather! Normally I don’t waste money on low quality junk but I really like the style on this one. Maybe I can find someone to make a decent one with a similar design!

 

[Ian Clegg]

Debating between the bound zip-top (which weighs 3 lbs) and the traditional zip top (which weighs 4.5 lbs). I prefer the look and firmer leather of the zip top, but a little concerned about the weight difference.

We have since brought down the weight of the briefcases.

Single Gusset - 3.30lbs
Double Gusset - 3.50lbs
Bound Edge - 3lbs

Let me know if you have further questions.

best,
Ian

 

[unprocessed]

We have since brought down the weight of the briefcases.

Single Gusset - 3.30lbs
Double Gusset - 3.50lbs
Bound Edge - 3lbs

Let me know if you have further questions.

best,
Ian

I actually got my single gusset zip top a few months ago. It’s a second so not sure if it’s the older higher weight or the new lower weight, but hasn’t bothered me too much so far. The briefcase is a work of art, so a little extra weight is a small price to pay.

 

[kalufsen]

We have since brought down the weight of the briefcases.

Single Gusset - 3.30lbs
Double Gusset - 3.50lbs
Bound Edge - 3lbs

Let me know if you have further questions.

best,
Ian

Interesting, how? Measurements seems to be exactly the same! Website seems to display another weight as well, 3.75 for a Single.

I actually sold my Zip Top, i thought it was too big and weighed to much. It was beautiful though.

 

[Ian Clegg]

I actually got my single gusset zip top a few months ago. It’s a second so not sure if it’s the older higher weight or the new lower weight, but hasn’t bothered me too much so far. The briefcase is a work of art, so a little extra weight is a small price to pay.

Glad to you hear your enjoying the bag!

 

[Ian Clegg]

Interesting, how? Measurements seems to be exactly the same! Website seems to display another weight as well, 3.75 for a Single.

I actually sold my Zip Top, i thought it was too big and weighed to much. It was beautiful though.

We just dropped the thickness in leather the slightest amount.

 

[aj2603]

Last week i bought a new one form a Indonesian company called Cravar. Its incredible value for money. Specs are bellow:

Cravar Alpha 13 in Espresso
• Full grain veg-tanned leather.
• Solid brass hardware.
• Durable acrylic fabric lining.
• (W* H * D) : 14.5" * 11" * 4.15" / 37 * 28 * 10.5 cm.
• 3.75 lbs. / 1,700 grams - with shoulder strap.
• Fits 13" laptop.
• Easy, fast, and secure stud closure.
• Two main compartments, one is narrower to better fit your laptop.
• Two inside pockets and a full width back pocket.
• Top padded handle, with aluminum reinforced top flap.
• Luggage handle slot at the back.
• Removable, adjustable shoulder strap.
• Comfortable over-sized shoulder pad.
• Riveted & acrylic fabric lined stress points.
• Free trackable worldwide shipping.
• Lifetime warranty.

 

[WilYa]

recent purchase
waxy veg-tanned leather

 

[aj2603]