Full Grain Leather Backpack for Men | Vintage Handcrafted Cow hide Business Bag | Large Laptop Commuter Backpack

Available in two genuine leathers — richly burnished full grain cowhide or a scratch-resistant pebbled-grain finish — this backpack pairs old-world leather working with a genuinely useful modern layout: a padded compartment for your 14" laptop, a dedicated front pocket for a tablet, and a hidden rear pocket for your passport or phone. It's the kind of bag that looks better with every commute and makes an easy gift for the person who's hard to shop for.

► Why You'll Love It

• Choice of two genuine leathers — full grain cowhide for a rich, evolving patina, or pebbled leather for a textured, scuff-resistant everyday finish.
• Padded laptop compartment fits up to a 14" laptop, with room left over for an A4 notebook or folder.
• Dedicated front pocket sized for a 9.7" tablet, so it's not rattling around loose with your other daily carry.
• Hidden rear zip pocket for your passport, phone or wallet — accessible without opening the main compartment.
• Wide, padded shoulder straps with breathable mesh backing for all-day comfort.
• Reinforced top handle for quick grab-and-go carrying, sized to sit comfortably in-hand.

► Dimensions & Capacity

38cm (H) x 28cm (W) x 13cm (D) — 15" x 11" x 5.1"
Weight: 1.15kg (approx. 2.5 lb)

Comfortably holds a 14" laptop, A4 magazines and notebooks, an iPad, a wallet and a phone, with the front pocket reserved for a 9.7" tablet or documents you need quick access to.

► Key Specifications

• Material: Full grain cowhide leather, or pebbled-grain leather (exterior) — choose your leather at checkout
• Lining: Polyester-cotton blend
• Structure: 3 main pockets, 1 internal zip pocket, 2 internal slip pockets, 1 front zip pocket, 1 hidden rear zip pocket, 2 side pockets
• Hardware: Smooth-glide metal zippers with leather pulls
• Straps: Adjustable, padded, breathable mesh backing
• Handle: Reinforced leather top handle
• Style: Business casual
• Weight: 1.15kg / 2.5 lb
• Full grain colours: Black, Coffee, Cognac
• Pebbled leather colours: Black, Coffee

► A Note on Our Two Leathers

Full grain is cut from the outermost layer of the hide — the strongest, most durable part of the skin — with its natural grain left intact rather than sanded or corrected. That's why no two full grain backpacks are ever quite identical: subtle variations in grain, tone and texture are part of the material, not a flaw in it. On the Coffee and Cognac colourways, you'll also notice a deliberate hand-burnished, two-tone finish along the panels and straps — a traditional leatherworking technique that gives the bag its vintage character and only deepens with age and handling.

Pebbled leather is embossed with a fine, even pebble-grain texture, giving it a more uniform look from bag to bag along with better resistance to scuffs and light scratches — a practical, lower-maintenance option for daily commuting. It won't develop the same natural patina as full grain over time, but it holds its like-new appearance with less upkeep.

► Styling Tips

Wear it structured over a blazer for the office, sling it over one shoulder with denim for the weekend, or pack it as your one-bag carry-on for a short trip — the padded laptop sleeve and passport pocket make it just as capable for travel as it is for the daily commute. It's also a reliable gift for a graduation, Father's Day or a new job, arriving genuinely useful rather than another thing to find room for.

► Good to Know

As a genuine leather product, this backpack benefits from a little care: keep it away from prolonged direct sun and heavy rain, wipe off any moisture promptly, and treat it with a leather conditioner every few months to keep it supple. Minor grain variation, natural markings and slight tonal differences are characteristic of full grain leather and are not considered defects; pebbled leather is more resistant to surface marking but should still be kept away from prolonged moisture.

► Frequently Asked Questions

What size laptop fits in this backpack?
The padded main compartment comfortably fits laptops up to 14".

Is this genuine leather?
Yes — both options are genuine leather. Full grain cowhide is the most durable grade of leather with natural grain intact; pebbled leather has an embossed pebble-grain texture for a more uniform, scuff-resistant finish. Both are lined with a polyester-cotton blend.

What's the difference between Full Grain and Pebbled Leather?
Full grain develops a rich, evolving patina with wear and shows natural grain variation from bag to bag. Pebbled leather has a consistent embossed texture that resists scuffs and scratches, staying more uniform in appearance over time.

Does it have a separate pocket for my phone or passport?
Yes. There's a hidden zip pocket on the rear panel (against your back, for security) plus a front zip pocket sized for a 9.7" tablet.

What colours does it come in?
Full grain is available in Black, Coffee and Cognac. Pebbled leather is available in Black and Coffee. See the product photos for the exact tone and finish of each.

Is it a good size for travel, not just commuting?
Yes. At 38 x 28 x 13cm it fits comfortably as a personal item or carry-on companion, with enough structure to protect a laptop and enough give for a change of clothes.

► Shipping

Please allow 6–8 business days for crafting. International orders typically arrive within 7–12 business days via standard shipping, or 4–8 business days with express shipping.

What shipping options do you have?

Australian Customers

• Express shipping: Delivery in approximately 1-4 business days from when you receive your dispatch notification. Click here to view the eligible post codes that qualify for the Australia Post Express Post delivery.
• Standard shipping: Delivery in approximately 2-5 business days from the moment you receive your dispatch notification. For more info please click: here.

International Customers

• International Customers:May take between 4-10 business days from dispatch depending on your zone and whether you're in a metro region. The below are average time frames only and regional areas may be subject to delays.

For further details, please visit our shipping and return pages.

Which material is right for your journey?

Choosing the right leather is about more than just look—it's about how the bag fits into your life. Whether you prioritize lifetime durability, buttery softness, or value, we have the perfect match.

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