What do you think of this briefcase design?

[kolecho]

I am interested in getting one like this made in about 1.5mm "thin" tan bridle hide with brass zippers. Overall dimensions will be 17"x12.5"x7". This thickness will give the case a soft look while retaining the durability and patina of bridle leather which I like so much.

The case will be used when in-town as well as when I am travelling to keep papers and a laptop, hence its somewhat larger dimension. Key considerations are convenience (zippers and no fussy straps), durability (bridle), informal look (hence soft construction), patina (tan colour).

Thoughts?

 

[luk-cha]

weekend bag yes breif case i think it is a big large and bulky and not sleak enough!

 

[kolecho]

What if the front pockets are removed, and only placed on the case when travelling? I think the twin handles also make it look like a weekend bad. What if it were replaced by a single handle?

 

[luk-cha]

i dont think single or double handle will make much difference to be honest i think it is just the shape that is not right and it just looks big!

 

[kolecho]

By slim, do you mean something like this?

 

[luk-cha]

yes i really like that top 1 some thing like that would be spot on esp in black or brown croc!

 

[stach]

I think you would get tired of undoing those buckles in order to get to the side pockets.

 

[kolecho]

I am intending to have the side pockets customized to zippers.

 

[AlanC]

Well, since you asked, I don't really like it, but it seems to match all of your "key considerations". If it fits your wants/needs and you're happy with it then that's what matters.

 

[Tomasso]

 

[kolecho]

It is like a Tumi in bridle

Flap over briefcases are great for in-town use, but quite useless when one is travelling because it can't hold more than a few sheets of paper. Since I would like to use it when I am travelling also, this seems more functional.

Anyways, I am still undecided between functionality or classic good looks.