Project description
TranslatedWe are looking for an experienced leather craftsman to make a custom full-size business briefcase for daily use in the office and on trips. This is not a thin case and not an envelope bag — the item needs a rigid framed body, a spacious main compartment with side walls for A4 format folders, a soft partition for a 15-16 inch laptop and at least two additional compartments for a tablet, notebook, pens, business card holder and phone.
On the outside, we would like to see one flat front pocket with a flap or zipper for documents that need quick access, and a slot back pocket for a boarding pass or folded newspaper. We need two strong top handles, stitched or riveted through reinforced leather patches, as well as a removable adjustable shoulder strap with swivel carabiners — so the briefcase can be carried in hand or over the shoulder on the way to work.
Preferred leather is full-grain or top-grain vegetable-tanned beef leather in natural shade, but the craftsman can suggest another option if it holds its shape without deformation and develops a noble patina over time. Hardware — brass or nickel-plated metal, no plastic fasteners or zippers that will fail within a year. Stitching — saddle stitch or strong machine stitch with waxed thread, as the item is designed for intensive daily wear.
Inside, you need a rigid bottom insert or dense stabilizer so the briefcase stands vertically on the floor or table on its own, as well as a key clip and a small zippered pocket for cash or cards. A monogram or modest embossing of initials on the front flap would be a nice addition, but this can be discussed after approving the basic design and pattern.
We ask that you provide a portfolio of previous work on framed bags and briefcases, suggest leather samples, indicate approximate manufacturing timeframes, and let us know if you can prepare a sketch or paper pattern before cutting the main material. We are ready for a fitting of one prototype before sewing the final product and would like to receive along with the finished briefcase clear care instructions for leather for long daily service.
On the outside, we would like to see one flat front pocket with a flap or zipper for documents that need quick access, and a slot back pocket for a boarding pass or folded newspaper. We need two strong top handles, stitched or riveted through reinforced leather patches, as well as a removable adjustable shoulder strap with swivel carabiners — so the briefcase can be carried in hand or over the shoulder on the way to work.
Preferred leather is full-grain or top-grain vegetable-tanned beef leather in natural shade, but the craftsman can suggest another option if it holds its shape without deformation and develops a noble patina over time. Hardware — brass or nickel-plated metal, no plastic fasteners or zippers that will fail within a year. Stitching — saddle stitch or strong machine stitch with waxed thread, as the item is designed for intensive daily wear.
Inside, you need a rigid bottom insert or dense stabilizer so the briefcase stands vertically on the floor or table on its own, as well as a key clip and a small zippered pocket for cash or cards. A monogram or modest embossing of initials on the front flap would be a nice addition, but this can be discussed after approving the basic design and pattern.
We ask that you provide a portfolio of previous work on framed bags and briefcases, suggest leather samples, indicate approximate manufacturing timeframes, and let us know if you can prepare a sketch or paper pattern before cutting the main material. We are ready for a fitting of one prototype before sewing the final product and would like to receive along with the finished briefcase clear care instructions for leather for long daily service.
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