Ghurka bag

[BonBon]

Hi peeps I am looking for a nice backpack, leather preferably shell cordovan but could not find the latter options much.

Any has much any thoughts and views on the ghurka bag no.278.

Blazer No. 278 | Vintage Chestnut Leather Backpack | Ghurka

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Seems some thread mentioned that ghurka is no longer made in USA? But I saw on their website they do advertise made in USA.
Can anyone verify ?

 

[ValidusLA]

Ghurka is tricky. They used to do their production in China but supposedly have brought manufacture back to the US. "Manufactured" is a tricky term. If they were really making the whole bag in the US they would have a "Made in USA" tag on it or inside it.
They are definitely probably sourcing metal components from overseas and possibly leather ones.

All that together, even if its made here, its not what it was in the 70's and 80's and its priced very high.

For example, look at Frank Clegg: made in Massachussets, all US production. Cheaper (still not cheap). Better quality.

Leather Backpacks Handmade In America | Frank Clegg Leatherworks

Leather backpacks handmade in the America using the worlds finest leathers. These timeless designs are simple enough for everyday use and complements any wardrobe. We have your back.

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The biggest trouble is ... I think that Ghurka backpack looks nice. If you like the look more than others maybe you will pony up the cost. But don't expect super high quality out of it.

 

[BonBon]

Thanks Vali. Will take a look at Frank Clegg options

By the way you happen to know any full shell cordovan backpack? Dun seems to see it much being offered.

Ghurka is tricky. They used to do their production in China but supposedly have brought manufacture back to the US. "Manufactured" is a tricky term. If they were really making the whole bag in the US they would have a "Made in USA" tag on it or inside it.
They are definitely probably sourcing metal components from overseas and possibly leather ones.

All that together, even if its made here, its not what it was in the 70's and 80's and its priced very high.

For example, look at Frank Clegg: made in Massachussets, all US production. Cheaper (still not cheap). Better quality.

Leather Backpacks Handmade In America | Frank Clegg Leatherworks

Leather backpacks handmade in the America using the worlds finest leathers. These timeless designs are simple enough for everyday use and complements any wardrobe. We have your back.

frankcleggleatherworks.com

The biggest trouble is ... I think that Ghurka backpack looks nice. If you like the look more than others maybe you will pony up the cost. But don't expect super high quality out of it.

 

[ValidusLA]

Thanks Vali. Will take a look at Frank Clegg options

By the way you happen to know any full shell cordovan backpack? Dun seems to see it much being offered.

I do not. Part of the issue I imagine might be getting the shell.

Clegg does custom work, you could call to ask them.

 

[BonBon]

Ghurka is tricky. They used to do their production in China but supposedly have brought manufacture back to the US. "Manufactured" is a tricky term. If they were really making the whole bag in the US they would have a "Made in USA" tag on it or inside it.
They are definitely probably sourcing metal components from overseas and possibly leather ones.

All that together, even if its made here, its not what it was in the 70's and 80's and its priced very high.

For example, look at Frank Clegg: made in Massachussets, all US production. Cheaper (still not cheap). Better quality.

Leather Backpacks Handmade In America | Frank Clegg Leatherworks

Leather backpacks handmade in the America using the worlds finest leathers. These timeless designs are simple enough for everyday use and complements any wardrobe. We have your back.

frankcleggleatherworks.com

The biggest trouble is ... I think that Ghurka backpack looks nice. If you like the look more than others maybe you will pony up the cost. But don't expect super high quality out of it.

Yoz bro I just check with ghurka rep, they mentioned that the leather comes for one of the bag from Italy and the product is manufacturerd in the USA.
I wonder if that's really made in USA

 

[Penstubal]

Try a backpack "Brauberg Positive", my friend bought it for himself last week, he’s very pleased