Handmade Padded Leather Laptop Bag / Satchel SLP(R)+

Approximate External Dimensions
37cm (w) x 29cm (h) x 12.5cm (d)
14.5” (w) x 11” (h) x 5” (d)

These great shoulder bags are two of our most popular items. Following numerous requests, we have now introduced this style of bag with rounded corners.

At 5" (or 12.5cm), our medium, large and extra-large bags are an inch deeper than other goat-leather bags we've seen on the market. They will comfortably carry a lever-arch file. They are both wonderfully stylish and would suit both men and women alike.

**Please let us know via eBay or email whether you would like square or round corners when you place your order. If we don't hear from you, we will send the ROUND-CORNER version**

We now offer padding in our medium, large, extra-large and 'extra-extra large' satchels, flap bags and messenger bags. For customers purchasing these styles as a laptop bag, this padding will help to protect your computer. While the padding is dense, it is also unobtrusive so it won't substantially reduce the internal space of the bag if you don't intend to use it for a laptop.

Each of our bags is individually made by experienced craftspeople in India using goat leather. Being handmade, each bag is different. There may be variations in the colour and texture of the leather and the leather may be pieced together differently on each bag. They are all beautiful to look at and lovely to hold.

The leather is strong and durable and yet it is light in weight and will age beautifully, becoming softer and more flexible over time.

The inside of the bags is divided into three separate compartments so it is easy to organise and find your things. They have two zippered pockets on the inside and an external, buckled pocket on the outside. The internal lining is in sturdy green canvas. They have a long, thick, adjustable leather shoulder strap.

The leather used for these bags is not chemically treated so, initially, it has a distinctive earthy smell which fades over the first 4 - 6 weeks of regular use.

Why goat leather?
Largely unknown in Australia, goat hide is an all-purpose leather that combines comfort and softness with durability and strength. Traditionally, it has been used for sturdy work wear, designed to last.  It is flexible and water-resistant and does not crack or get hard when wet.

Treatment and Care
We recommend and sell a product called Billy Goat Designs Leather Conditioner which you can use to soften, protect and water-proof your bag and, indeed, all your leather goods including shoes and jackets. It can also be used on vinyl, car interiors, timber, terra-cotta, marble and slate. At just $26 for a 250ml tub, it is seriously long-lasting and economical to use.

You'll find it for sale for in the Leather Care category in our eBay Store.

We offer a wide range of other bag sizes and styles, including other laptop bags, and we are gradually introducing new lines. Please check out our range of other great goat-leather products