Sacoche with Gusset 'lettura' in Charcoal Grey, Made with Premium 'Erba Matt' Leather - Made to Order

A sacoche bag perfect for your everyday outings. Traditionally, a sacoche refers to a thin, flat bag. However, many of KALEIDOSCOPE's designs feature a gusset with depth, and this sacoche is no exception, boasting a gusset width of approximately 10cm. This makes it a 'sacoche with a gusset.' The decision on the gusset width was based on 'What do I want to carry?' It reflects the designer's lifestyle, aiming to store a bi-fold wallet, smartphone, handkerchief, and keys. With these essentials neatly organized, it's a conveniently sized pouch for daily strolls or travel, wouldn't you agree? The product name, 'lettura,' means 'reading' in Italian. Imagine carrying your favorite paperback, perhaps picking up a drink on the go. Even a brief moment spent on a nearby bench can feel like a luxurious escape. [About the Finest Italian Leather 'Erba Matt'] The leather used here, 'Erba Matt,' is a high-quality oil-tanned leather that represents Tempesti's signature craftsmanship. It is made from carefully selected fine-grained hides, specifically using the 'single butt' cut, known for its dense and strong fiber structure. The abundant oil infused into the leather creates a smooth, supple texture that feels wonderful to the touch. You can also enjoy how it gradually transforms with use over time. This is a material that will develop its own unique character the more you use it, fostering a deep sense of attachment. [What to Know When Choosing Genuine Leather Products] Did you know that even among 'genuine leather' products, there can be significant differences in quality and price? In reality, the prices of items labeled 'genuine leather' can vary greatly. While price differences can be attributed to design and manufacturing processes, the cost of the leather material itself can differ by more than tenfold, even for the same type of genuine leather. Why such a disparity? Here's why. There are broadly two tanning methods for leather: 'chrome tanning' and 'vegetable tanning.' Currently, the majority of leather circulating in the market is chrome-tanned, using chemical agents. Chrome-tanned leather has the advantages of a relatively uniform surface finish, flexibility, and heat resistance. It can also be produced in large quantities in a short time, making it cost-effective. However, on the flip side of these advantages, it is a leather that shows little of the 'aging' that is a key appeal of genuine leather. Scratches and stains from use will remain as they are, appearing as damage rather than a transformation. In other words, [chrome-tanned leather is a material suited for mass production, and it is at its most beautiful when it is finished.] On the other hand, leather tanned using plant-based tannins is called 'vegetable-tanned leather' or 'nume leather.' Vegetable tanning is an ancient method. The finish retains the natural texture of the raw hide, making the surface susceptible to natural marks and blood vessel traces, and the softness can vary by part. It takes a long time to produce, making it costly and not always a stable material. However, it is a leather that allows you to enjoy 'aging,' such as the development of a lustrous sheen and deepening color over time. [Vegetable-tanned leather is made using an age-old method that requires time and cost, but it is not perfect when you first hold it; it is a leather that gains character and affection over a long period.] Perhaps what you seek in leather is a 'material that can accompany you for a long time.' [Because you are choosing a leather product, we want you to select a leather that allows you to appreciate its changes as you use it for a long time.] With this philosophy in mind, KALEIDOSCOPE focuses its creations on 'vegetable-tanned leather.' [As you use it, friction will polish the surface, creating a beautiful sheen.] You can enjoy its daily transformation. As it deepens in color with use, we hope you will enjoy its unique character. [Size and Material Details] □ Maximum width 20cm (zipper opening 17cm), Height 18cm, Gusset width 10cm / Strap approx. 80-115cm □ Material: Italian Oil Leather (Cowhide, vegetable-tanned. Develops a glossy sheen with friction and ages to a deeper color.) □ Color: Charcoal Grey