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Handcrafted in Italy

True old-world craftsmen in the Florentine leather industry have unfortunately become an elusive bunch. Tradition, craftsmanship and quality are less of a priority for established luxury brands so it took a considerable amount of whispering around Florence to find the level of craftsmen that would help us bring this ambitious idea to reality. Carefully handmade at a small, discreet, family-operated workshop in the suburbs of Florence each bag benefits from over 350 years of collective experience creating some of the world’s most precious leather items.

Craftsmanship

Visit the workshop in Florence, Italy

##Our craftsmen source this beautiful vegetable tanned calfskin typically reserved for the highest end luxury brands from Santa Croce’s famed Badalassi Carlo Tannery. Luxuriously supple, full-grain Italian calf leather undergoes a natural, chemical-free tanning process that lasts over 40 days and is a secular tradition. This technique ensures the creation of 'life tools characterized by becoming more valuable over time. Archibald London A $3,000 Men’s Scarf for $575? A New Kind of Bargain by S. Christian (03/05/2017), The Wall Street Journal.

Material

##We claim this to be comparable to the finest examples in the world, but what does that even mean? For us, they are made to such a standard that it makes you feel an inch taller - an item made of the very best and handcrafted to the very highest standards. Prepared to last and last well, to accompany you through all the ups and downs, the best times and the very worst absorbing any wear and serving as a diary for your life.

Quality

• Handcrafted by master artisans in Florence, Italy • Badalassi Carlo Minerva Vegetable Tan Leather (Santa Croce, Tuscany, Italy) • RIRI two-way zippers • Palladium plated brass hardware by Dos Pablos e Hijos (Madrid, Spain) • Finger-stitched handles • Features decorative piping on one side • 60% cotton 40% viscose lining • Internal zipped pocket • Gently polish in small circles with a dry cotton cloth

LeatherGoods>Leather Bags>The Jules Briefcase

  • Handcrafted by master artisans in Florence, Italy
  • Badalassi Carlo Minerva Vegetable Tan Leather (Santa Croce, Tuscany, Italy)
  • RIRI two-way zippers
  • Palladium plated brass hardware by Dos Pablos e Hijos (Madrid, Spain)
  • Finger-stitched handles
  • Features decorative piping on one side
  • 60% cotton 40% viscose lining
  • Internal zipped pocket
  • Gently polish in small circles with a dry cotton cloth

<p>Handcrafted by old-world Italian artisans in Florence, Italy, using only the finest, first-pick, full-grain vegetable-tanned Italian calfskin sourced from one of Santa Croce's most prestigious tanneries. With use, the leather will darken to produce a beautiful and unique patina over time. Metal feet protect the base from scuffs, while a detachable shoulder strap provides an additional option — putting style and function on equal footing. The accessories used throughout are made of palladium-plated brass for a luxuriant, lasting finish.</p><p>Ships to the United States with complimentary shipping and returns.</p>

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If your purchase is not exactly what you are looking for, you have 28 days from receiving your order to exchange or return and send your items back to us as long as you have not requested any alterations or special customizations.

Please note, items purchased from the samples sale are not eligible for returns.

For our complete return policy please refer to our Terms and Conditions

product craftmanship image

Our craftsmen source this beautiful vegetable tanned calfskin typically reserved for the highest end luxury brands from Santa Croce’s famed Badalassi Carlo Tannery.

Luxuriously supple, full-grain Italian calf leather undergoes a natural, chemical-free tanning process that lasts over 40 days and is a secular tradition. This technique ensures the creation of 'life tools characterized by becoming more valuable over time. Archibald London A $3,000 Men’s Scarf for $575? A New Kind of Bargain by S. Christian (03/05/2017), The Wall Street Journal.

Product Material

We claim this to be comparable to the finest examples in the world, but what does that even mean?

For us, they are made to such a standard that it makes you feel an inch taller - an item made of the very best and handcrafted to the very highest standards. Prepared to last and last well, to accompany you through all the ups and downs, the best times and the very worst absorbing any wear and serving as a diary for your life.

Product Quality

How they measure up to the others...

We work with master artisans who’ve crafted leather goods for Italian nobility and make at such high standards it is often unprofitable for brands to work with unless for runway or special collection. Their standards are uncompromising—and once we saw the level of their work, we couldn’t go back. We pay them fairly for their skill and time, because we believe a well-compensated craftsman creates not just better products, but pieces that carry soul.

$4600
Prada
$4100
Bottega Veneta
$2040
Archibald

Product

Saffiano leather briefcase View

Slim Intrecciato Briefcase View

Jules Briefcase

Made In

Italy

Italy

Florence, Italy





Lead Craftsmen

Unknown

Unknown

Cristina M.

Leather

Calfskin

Calfskin

Badalassi Carlo Veg Tan Minerva

Leather Cost

145 EUR (includes wastage)

Hardware

Plated Brass

Silver Plated Zamac or Brass (unclear)

Palladium Plated Brass

Hardware Cost

125 EUR

Other

30 EUR

Craftsmanship

450 EUR

Craftsmanship + Material

Unknown

Unknown

750 EUR





Packaging

Unknown

Unknown

$25 USD

Duties and Logistics

Unknown

Unknown

~$160 USD





True Cost

Unknown

Unknown

$1035 USD





Naked Price

$1324 USD

Sale Price

$4600

$4100

$2040





Brand Margin

Unknown

Unknown

49%

Retailer Mark-up

~200%

~200%

n/a

Effective Mark-up

~700% (x 8)

~800% (x 9)

x 1.49

(Brand + Retailer)

$2040
Archibald
$4100
Bottega Veneta

Product

Jules Briefcase

Slim Intrecciato Briefcase View

Made In

Florence, Italy

Italy




Lead Craftsmen

Cristina M.

Unknown

Leather

Badalassi Carlo Veg Tan Minerva

Calfskin

Leather Cost

145 EUR (includes wastage)

Hardware

Palladium Plated Brass

Silver Plated Zamac or Brass (unclear)

Hardware Cost

125 EUR

Other

30 EUR

Craftsmanship

450 EUR

Craftsmanship + Material

750 EUR

Unknown




Packaging

$25 USD

Unknown

Duties and Logistics

~$160 USD

Unknown




True Cost

$1035 USD

Unknown




Naked Price

$1324 USD

Sale Price

$2040

$4100




Brand Margin

49%

Unknown

Retailer Mark-up

n/a

~200%

Effective Mark-up

x 1.49

~800% (x 9)

(Brand + Retailer)

The Jules Briefcase 

$2040$1489
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