Made with the finest leather, Erbamat, this gusseted sacoche by Lettura is available in charcoal grey and is made to order.

A sacoche that can be easily used for short daily outings. Originally, a sacoche refers to a thin, flat bag. However, many Kaleidoscope designs have deep gussets, and this sacoche also has a gusset width of about 10cm. It's called a "gusseted sacoche." The deciding factor for gusset width is "what you want to carry" The bag reflects the artist's lifestyle, in which she would like to store just a bi-fold wallet, smartphone, handkerchief and keys. With all this packed together, it would be a convenient size to carry around as a pouch for daily walks or when traveling. The title of the work, "lettura," means "reading" in Italian. Bring your favorite paperback and grab a drink while you're out. Even just spending a little time on a nearby bench can feel luxurious. [About the finest Italian leather "Erba Mat"] The leather used here, "Erba Mat," is a high-quality oiled 'Vacchetta' leather that is representative of Tempesti. Even among the naturally fine raw hides, we use a part called single butt, which has particularly fine fibers and high fiber density and strength. The oils contained in the leather fabric create a smooth texture that feels like it clings to your hands, and you can enjoy watching how this texture changes with each use. The longer you use it, the more it will develop its own unique flavor...it is a material that you will grow to love. [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 cannot be called 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." [As you use it, it will be polished by friction and develop a glossy finish.] You can enjoy watching it change day by day. The color will deepen with use, so we hope you will enjoy creating your own unique flavor. [Size and material details] □ Maximum width 20cm (zipper opening 17cm), height 18cm, gusset width 10cm / belt approximately 80-115cm □Material: Italian oil leather (cow tanned leather. The leather gradually develops a glossy finish with friction and changes to a deeper color over time.) □ Color: Charcoal gray