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•Created by PrettyBoi on 3/28/2025 in #questions-and-advice
Looking for Leather Briefcase
Hello so I think this will be my first post on this server. I’m looking for advice and recommendations on my first proper work briefcase.
My criteria is as follows.
Material: Full-Grain Leather in a Mid to Dark Brown Color, Grained or Smooth leather is fine.
Size: Needs to fit a 15 inch laptop, preferably interior organization for other things like papers, cables, chargers, etc.
Form: Prefer zip-top opening, not really into flaps or buckles. Having the option for a shoulder strap would be good. Metal feet on the bottom would be a plus factor.
Budget: 500 to 600, can go slightly higher but not much more than that.
Brands that I’ve looked into…
Carl Frederik - Like their designs, but too expensive for me, and also seems like they run small for what you get for in the base Palissy.
Frank Clegg/Lotuff - Construction looks great, but too rich for my blood and doesn’t look like much interior organization.
Saddleback: Not into the super rugged cowboy aesthetic.
Satchel and Page: Seems fine but I’ve heard that their quality control has not been great and that customer service and returns were not good.
Blue de Chauffe Zeppo Bag: Like the unique look and it’s made in France, but the rough styling and finishing may not be to my taste. Also not easy to return if I don’t like it.
Options that I’m considering:
Le Tanneur Charles 15 Briefcase: Like their design (similar to Palissy) and the interior organization is good, but not much info on the materials and the origin is likely Asian made (not a dealbreaker if quality/construction is good).
Lundi Paris Oscar Briefcase: A newish DTC brand (made in Turkey?). I like the design and organization (plus metal feet), but not much info on materials used and little reviews. Could be inferior and coasting by on marketing.
Mismo Endeavor: Like the above two, the minimalist styling is a plus but prices seem high for a canvas and leather bag.
I would appreciate any advice or recommendations for a minimal type bag like these.
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