Tochigi Leather x Himeji Leather Tanned Leather Kiss lock bag 2-Way Bag montagna L Camel

*Tochigi leather and Himeji leather. A combination of two JAPANESE leathers* This is a 2-way kiss lock bag bag that allows you to experience the charm of aging. It is the perfect size for a business bag or everyday use, as it can hold A4 magazines, a wallet, a smartphone, a plastic bottle, etc. The front of the bag has a pocket, which is convenient for storing a smartphone or IC card. The handle length can be adjusted to three different lengths, so you can enjoy different uses: short handle when using it as a handbag, middle handle when you want to just hang it on your shoulder, and long handle when you want to carry it over your shoulder while wearing a coat or something. □Size: Height from kiss lock bag to bottom 28, kiss lock bag width 30, gusset width 13, maximum width 40 cm Handle 38.53.68 cm (3-stage adjustment) □Material: Oil-tanned cowhide (body: Himeji leather, sole, handle: Tochigi leather) Metal fittings: Solid brass (buckle, bottom studs) □ Color: Camel Weight: Approx. 800g [Things you should know when choosing genuine leather products] Did you know that even though it's all called "genuine leather," there are big differences in its properties and price? In fact, even if a product is labeled as "genuine leather," the price varies greatly. The price difference depends on the design and production process, but even when comparing just the "leather material cost," it is not uncommon for the same genuine leather to cost more than 10 times more. Why does this make such a difference? Here are some reasons why: There are two main methods for manufacturing leather: chrome tanning and vegetable tanning. Currently, the majority of leather sold on the market is tanned using chemical ingredients called "chrome tanning." Chrome-tanned leather has the advantages of a relatively uniform surface finish, flexibility, and heat resistance. In addition, since it can be produced in large quantities in a short amount of time, the cost is low, but on the other hand, it is a leather that is less likely to show the "changes over time" that are the real pleasure of using genuine leather. Scratches and stains that occur over time will not change and will remain as scratches and stains, and will be visible as "deterioration." In other words, chrome-tanned leather is a material suited to mass production, and is at its most beautiful when finished. On the other hand, leather that is tanned using vegetable tannins is called "Nume leather." Tanning leather is an ancient method. It is a finish that preserves the texture of the raw hide, but the surface is easily affected by natural scars and blood vessels, and the softness varies depending on the part. It takes a long time to finish, so it is expensive and it cannot be said to be a stable material, but it is a leather that you can enjoy the changes that occur over time, such as the change in luster that occurs with long-term use and the deepening of the color. "Nubuck leather is made using a traditional method, which takes time and money, but it is not perfect when you hold it in your hands; rather, it is a leather that you grow to love more and more over time." What people look for in leather is probably a material that will last a long time. "If you are going to buy a leather product, choose leather that will change over time with use." With this in mind, KALEIDOSCOPE's products are produced with a focus on "tanned leather." [The appeal of JAPAN leather] It has a robust texture that lets you feel the strength of the material called tanned leather. It has a natural yet luxurious surface finish. The more you use it, the more the leather will develop its character. [Please refrain from purchasing if you are looking for undamaged leather products] Since we use natural leather, there will be natural scars and unevenness. We avoid areas where strength is an issue, but please understand that some minor scratches may occur. The grain and uneven scratches will vary from piece to piece. Although it may seem like a scratch, this is proof that the leather was alive; it is a unique pattern. I think that being able to enjoy the scratches and unevenness of a product as something that is "your own" is something that is unique to handmade products and made from genuine tanned leather. [Attention to detail in metal fittings] All metal fittings except for the kiss lock bag are made of solid brass. Brass is considered a metal that brings good luck in the West, and has been used as a talisman. Like leather, it is a material that becomes more beautiful the more you use it. [Production Details] * Do it by hand as much as possible. KALEIDOSCOPE's products are made with the utmost care, from making the patterns to cutting the leather, using leather knives that they have sharpened themselves. [Additional processing available] We can engrave your name, add an inner pocket, change the length of the handle, etc. Please feel free to contact us.