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PEPITA - Italian Leather Explorer's Bag

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• Handmade in Italy with genuine vegetable-tanned Italian leather (greased calfskin)
• Interior size: 7in W x 9in H x 2in D; front zippered pocket (under flap): 5.75in W x 6.5in H x 1in D
• Zippered pocket in the back; fully lined interior with small accessory pocket and zippered pocket
• Magnetic snap closure for easy access - cleverly concealed by a decorative buckle
• Adjustable leather strap (29" - 53"); stylish suede leather-lining on inside of flap

Product Description

We called this bag PEPITA because it conjures up images of a brave soul exploring unfamiliar lands in search of hidden treasures - he returns, having narrowly escaped death, with but a single "pepita" (nugget) of gold in his leather bag ...
This bag is handmade in Italy using real vegetable-tanned Italian leather. It is soft and supple, with a nicely broken-in feel. The very first time you sling the bag over your shoulder it will feel like it's been your favorite bag for ages!

Please note that the main compartment interior measures approximately 7"W x 9"H x 2"D and does NOT fit the iPad.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8 x 3.5 x 10 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds
• ASIN: B000Y78MWC
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #151,876 in Clothing (See Top 100 in Clothing)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

42 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Looks and feels like it is meant to be used, December 10, 2007

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Daniele Graziani "Emperoni" (Costa Mesa, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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When I saw this bag it struck a cord. It reminded me of the bags used by people who NEED to carry a bag. The picture that comes to mind is that of Italian city police walking around with their bags slung over their shoulders.

This bag gets its rugged look and feel by being clearly handmade. You can see where the leather was cut and stitched by hand. Because it feels rugged you are not going to be afraid to use it or (if you're a guy like me who does not like the thought of carrying a bag) be ashamed about the way you look carrying it: the bag looks like it is part of what you do.

The long strap is awesome: It allows you to let the bag hang exactly where you want it. The leather is really nice and you can tell it is genuine. I also like the front closure: looks like a belt buckle, but it is just a magnetic closure that is quick to open.

This is not a messenger bag that can carry a laptop, and it is not a rigid briefcase with a filing system for important documents. But it seems to be the right size and weight to carry AND organize everything I need: journals, writing pads, pda/phone, mp3 player, refillable water bottle, pens, and so on.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars perfect for the use, February 9, 2009

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headhunter (Austin Texas) - See all my reviews

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I bought this bag fo my son who spends most of his time in Asia. He prefers quality to quantity as he travels very lightly and each piece he owns must count. This bag meets that requirement and much more. It is not only beautiful but practical - a perfect size for someone wanting to carry all his stuff - phone, Ipod, note pads, sketch pad, calendar, paperback. It is not a briefcase nor a laptop carrier and not meant to be. I thought it was gorgeous - and my son immediately gathered his stuff out of the backpack he had been using and transferred it to this bag. He uses it every day.

He - and his wife - loved this bag. It is obviously a high quality piece and you can see the quality in every aspect. The leather is beautiful, it is well and carefully made. There is nothing flimsy or cheap about it. I think the person who thought it not manly enough is wrong. It is highly sophisticated - a very worldly bag to carry. It may not be appropriate down on the farm but it is a wonderful bag for any man to carry in a large city.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Quality Bag, August 14, 2009

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Brian D. Leister "Brian0523" (Florence, NJ United States) - See all my reviews
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I purchased this bag for myself after searching high and low for a "man bag" that I would feel comfortable carrying. Although, I'm still creeped-out about having to carry a bag; I must say the quality and design of this bag are top-notch! The leather is excellent quality, beautifully soft and the color is very rich.

Overall it's a very handsome bag that you'll be proud to own.

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