We are finally launching the Kasperi Workshop! It is our longtime dream and a historic moment in premium quality manufacturing in the Nordics. This batch includes some special treats. The first batch is ready for delivery in December. Read more here.
The Brown Small Backpack – a stylish and slim companion for everyday life!
The small backpack is better than ever, and now it's back in gorgeous brown vegetable-tanned leather!
Tailor-made for the active city commuter, this backpack is designed to keep your valuables safe and effortlessly with you. Its slim design stays out of the way when navigating the urban environment. With comfortably wide straps and a flat back, it is a minimalist leather backpack so comfortable that you might forget you are carrying it.
Made from sturdy saddle leather, this pack is built to withstand years of use. Like all truly durable leather goods, the bag and straps will take a bit of time to break in and form, much like good leather shoes form to your feet.
This bag can accommodate laptops up to 15 inches (like the 15” MacBook Pro), your water bottle, lunch box, charger, note-taking kit, and an extra shirt or cardigan if needed.
OBS: We are finally running our own workshop in the town of Hämeenlinna! This batch includes the detachable felt sleeve on the house! At first, we will have a limited production capacity. This batch will be ready for delivery in December 2024.
Why this pack?
Design
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Made for urban life with a slim profile.
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Outstanding comfort as the leather conforms to your body over time.
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Timeless design that builds character as the leather patinates over time.
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Meticulously crafted in our workshop in Finland with a passion for quality.
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Engineered for repairability with strong materials that make repairs possible.
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Built to last to leave something for the next generations.
Features
- One protected outer pocket for smaller items
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Comfortable 40mm wide shoulder straps
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Carrying Handle for easy carrying in trains, planes, and buses
- Optional detachable felt sleeve for up to 15" laptops or documents
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Accessory loop for clip-on rear bicycle light
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Expandable capacity with two G-buckle attachment points.
Details
Materials and origins
- Cutting and sewing: Handcrafted in Finland
- Leather: SOHREs sturdy European vegetable-tanned bovine saddle leather
- Felt sleeve: Recycled PET felt – made in Finland
- G-buckles: Marine-grade stainless steel – laser cut in Finland
- Roller buckles: Chromed steel – Sweden
- Yarn: Waxed polyester yarn – Italy
- Rivets: Copper-plated steel – Italy
Inside dimensions
Main compartment: Width 26cm, Height 34–38 cm, Depth 10cm
Front pocket: Width 15cm, Height 12cm, Depth 3cm
Felt sleeve: Width 26cm, Height 32cm, Depth 3cm
Volume
10 liters at maximum capacity
Use & Care
How should I care for my leather backpack?
You can start using your backpack straight out of the box. Leather works well even in bad weather conditions, and getting wet is fine as long as it is properly cared for. The harder the use, the faster the patina, but that only adds character to the pack.
Treat with wax every 4-6 months or when the leather feels like it's drying. Wipe the leather to clean it. With a cloth, spread a thin layer of wax on the leather. Allow the wax to permeate overnight and then polish the remainders off with a cotton or wool cloth. The scent of tar will fade away in a couple of days; if a lot of wax is applied, this will take longer.
We recommend using natural products like beeswax or natural oils. Synthetic leather protection can block the pores of the leather, reducing its ability to absorb wax and oils, ultimately reducing the lifespan of the backpack.
How long is the break-in period of the leather backpack?
We believe that leather is the best material for backpacks because it conforms to our bodies over time and can last for decades while remaining in good condition.
Like all high-quality leather goods, Kasperi backpacks also have a break-in period. It will take a couple of weeks of active use for the shoulder straps to start forming to your body. If you experience any pressure points, squeeze the straps lightly with your hands from the pressure points to help it form faster.
Closing and opening the G-buckles is also stiff at first but will become fluid as the leather loops soften and form over time.
With proper care and use, these packs develop a unique patina and become more personal by the day.
What about repairs or service?
We believe in the “right to repair.” Every aspect, from structures to material thicknesses, is considered for repairability. Because our bags are designed to last for decades, they will require servicing at some point.
The hardest-wearing parts (i.e., shoulder straps) are made from 3mm leather for longevity, and the whole structure is designed with serviceability in mind.
We offer a repair service for our bags and backpacks.
