Description: Heavy duty and solidly made bag with burnished thick oiled saddle leather.ORIGINAL of Swiss Military Bag handcrafted in French Alps and used by Cavalry in WWII.Beautiful natural weathered and rustic appeal.ALL LEATHER BAG including interior.Very rare bag, in great condition for its age. Bag was made in 1942 by G.HORTESER saddlery in Thun, Switzerland.Exterior- multiple scratches, spots and scuffs due to age. Leather is very thick and supple, without rips or tears.All stitches are intact. Corners well preserved. Beautiful patina.Some white residue here and there due to TANNIN coming to surface of the leather ( tannin gives strength to saddle bridle leather).Interior- Clean. Unlined, just fine raw leather. Bag is about 85 years old so you should expect some mild storage smell !!!!!!Riveted stress points.Anterior straps well preserved with intact integrity.Heavy duty functional metal hardware.You can use this bag as a briefcase with nice sturdy handle or as a messenger bag with the shoulder strap.Comes with thick original shoulder strap, 48" total length.Dimensions: 15.5"W X 11"H X 3.5"D expanded.VERY STYLISH AND NOSTALGIC BAG FOR THE MODERN DISTINGUISHED INDIVIDUAL.Thank you.
Price: 575 USD
Location: Glendale, California
End Time: 2024-12-03T17:32:52.000Z
Shipping Cost: 25 USD
Product Images
Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Closure: Buckle
Size: Large
Handle Style: Shoulder Strap
Color: RUSTIC BROWN
Lining Material: Leather
Material: 100% LEATHER
Year Manufactured: 1940-1949
Vintage: Yes
Brand: G. HORTESER SADDLERY
Personalize: No
Department: Unisex Adults
Hard/Soft: Soft
Hardware Material: Stainless Steel
Model: MILITARY
Style: BRIEFCASE / MESSENGER BAG
Features: Adjustable Straps, Eco-Friendly, Expandable, Bag Charm
Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland
Handmade: Yes
Handle/Strap Material: Leather
