Early 19th century map makers had grit, they walked straight into the unknown and braved some of the harshest conditions on the planet. The Legendary Cartographer Bag pays homage to those brave men and is durable enough for even the most extreme voyages. It is aptly suited for urbex, thru hikers, travelers, and manybaggers looking for that lifetime heirloom-grade leather pack they can take on life's journey and pass down for generations.
The Legendary Cartographer is a completely handcrafted one-of-a-kind bag made from thick 6oz black Horween Chromexcel leather with full grain "folklore" (similar to crazy horse) leather accents for added durability. All of the materials are top of the line including American made solid brass antiqued buckles, RIRI antique brass zippers, and thick saddle stitched tiger thread for unparalleled longevity. This bag is ready for absolutely everything!
It has 2 main compartments: A deep zippered main bucket style carry space perfect for rolled up maps, blankets, books, binoculars, flashlights, and other gear. It also has an innovative front pocket designed for books, journals, snacks, spare socks, etc.
Every piece of leather on this bag was measured, cut, punched, and stitched entirely by hand. No machine ever touched the leather. There is a variety of ornamental stitching on this bag that can only be done by hand which is why it's never seen on large leather bags. The major benefit of saddle stitching is that unlike the lock stitch which is what machines create, the saddle stitch is far more durable in that if a stitch gets severed, it doesn't mean the entire stitch-line is compromised, just that one single stitch which can simply be cut off. This is why you often hear stories of a saddle stitched wallet being chewed up by the owners dog or something similar and yet still be completely functional and intact. For a bag as legendary as this, you want to make sure it lasts a few lifetimes!
This bag is truly a labor of love, with nearly 16 square feet of premium leather and about 180 labor hours.
Approximate Dimensions: 18" height x 8" width. Height is measured from the base to the very top of the bag, the shoulder strap extends up a little further.
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