The Gosta Backpack | Handmade Vintage Leather

$249
100% Handmade 4.8 (353 reviews)

Restrained sophistication for this capacious, antique brown colored bag. This genuine leather backpack is specially designed for securely holding notes, books, and lightweight gadgets. Complete with large main compartment and secondary exterior pocket. The simple design allows for safe transportation and provides easy access to personal items without cluttering them.

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Material & Dimensions:

  • Made of high-quality crazy horse leather
  • Cotton lining
  • Dimensions: 14.2" X 11.4" X 5.1" (36x 29cm x 13cm)
  • Weight: 3.5 pound (1.6 kg)
  • Capacity: 20-35 liters

Features:

  • Exterior: 1 pocket on front, and 1 zippered pocket at the back.
  • Interior: 2 compartments, 1 zippered pocket, and 2 slip pockets.
  • Carrying: Leather-lined comfortable grab handle made of high quality material. Wear-proof and durable. Ergonomically-designed adjustable straps distribute weight evenly across the back.
  • Two carrying options: Grab handle and adjustable shoulder straps.

What Fits:

14" Size - Laptop Compartment

Please note that this bag is made of a natural material, therefore each bag is unique with a slightly different color.

What is Crazy Horse Leather?

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Customer Reviews

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Andrew
Could be better

I like the color and hardware, and the bag certainly looks like you could have picked it up at a market in Italy.
However, I'm not confident it will stand up to much punishemnt, particularly air travel where I rely heavily on a good carry on backpack.

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Magz
Im confident it will age well

Ive had the backpack for about two weeks now so its too early to comment on durability or value for money. At first blush, Id say that the bag is built well. Stitching seems good and not likely to rip especially at the shoulder straps. The side pockets are very handy to store a water bottle or small umbrella. Since its genuine leather it is stiff but with use and time Im confident it will age well and be more flexible. The outer zippered section is large enough for a variety of small items like a glass case, Altoids tin, chargers for phones/tablets, keys. The inside compartments could be bigger.
The padding on the back is great. Acts as a nice cushion for a laptop. The inside main compartment is quite spacious for overnight clothes a toiletry case and some snacks. I have not tried it yet but I think a pair of sneakers might fit too!!

Frequently Asked Questions

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  • Crazy horse leather is actually a cow leather. You may find this answer is too short, so we would like to give you more detail about this question. Crazy horse leather also referred to as saddle leather is made by applying, a kind of wax to a full grain leather surface that has been buffed and smoothed out. The leather has been treated to look and feel aged while retaining its toughness. The more you use it, the better and more unique it looks.

  • Crazy horse leather is made by applying a special kind of wax to a full grain cow leather surface that has been smoothed out. Through the application of the wax, plays a very distinctive role in the uniqueness of crazy horse leather. It will cause small changes to the material's shape and appearance. This gives it a unique retro, vintage look which ages beautifully over time.

  • Simply wax itself. Wax is highly resistant to water and other liquids. So, when applied to leather it protects the leather fibers far better than that of any other substance used on leather today. This allows the crazy horse leather to withstand much of what is an issue for most other types of leather. It doesn't stain fabrics or clothing. Because of this, it is the ideal choice of leather for making vintage style leather bags. Also, every crazy horse leather bags are unique due to the this manufacturing process. It feels really great to think that you have a unique product with you.

  • As we mentioned before, each bag is unique due to special wax and manufacturing. This application makes every bag distinctive. They are durable and strong. Wax itself protects the leather from water or moisture-related damages. The wax strengthens the leather fibers to the point that when the fibers are rubbed or scratched the natural leather color changes a shade or two, without immediately reversing back. Through wear, naturally, the crazy horse leather will become full of these scratches. The rubbed and scratched areas that show the changes in shades of color, are what reflects the so loved antique and vintage appearance.

  • All backpacks and bags are made to order. Most items shipped within 2-4 business days. Once your item is shipped we will send you a confirmation email. As we ship internationally, shipping times may vary from country to country. Average shipping times are as follows:
      1. U.S. - 3-12 business days
     2. Canada - 14-20 business days
     3. Wordwide - 14-30 business days

    Please note that due to unexpected delays, shipping times can be longer. Please allow up to 20 days for the bags to arrive. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at info@steelhorseleather.com

  • We accept returns within 30 days. Once 30 days have exceeded since your purchase, unfortunately, we can’t offer any refunds. To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging. To complete your return, we require a receipt or proof of purchase. Certain sale items may not qualify for returns unless they arrive damaged. Before you return the item, please contact us at info@steelhorseleather.com

  • Yes, we ship to most countries worldwide. Shipping costs and delivery times vary by location.

  • Once your order has shipped, you will receive a shipment notification email along with a tracking number. The tracking number will let you see the progress of your order and estimated time of arrival. Please note that it may take 5 business days from the time your order is scanned by the carrier until you have updated information. You can also track your order anytime online; all you need is your tracking number that we provide.

  • We accept major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) as well as PayPal for secure and convenient payment. At this time, we do not accept cash on delivery or personal checks.