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1945 US ARMY THREE COMPARTMENT
1945 US Army Style Handmade Leather Briefcase – Three Compartment, Full Grain Leather
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  • 12" High - 17" Across - 7.5" Wide.
  • Fits Laptops with dimensions up to 16.3 inches by 11.7 inches
  • Three compartments Front: 2.5", Middle: 2.5"(PADDED) Rear: 2.5" wide
  • Adjustable & detachable, double layered, 54" shoulder strap.
  • Handcrafted in USA with full grain vegetable tanned leather.
  • Lifetime Warranty
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Price: $689.00


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Product Code: 9101

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WHEELED LUGGAGE HANDLE STRAP [Add $25.00]Click on the image and scroll up for larger photo


Air Pod Holder (3rd Generation) in the Organizer section [Add $30.00]Click on the image and scroll up for larger photo


MATCHING LUGGAGE ID TAG [Add $30.00]Click on the image and scroll up for larger photo


iPAD/TABLET SLEEVE- Height 9" - Width 13" [Add $30.00]Click on the image and scroll up for larger photo


BACK POCKET BUILT WITH ZIPPER CLOSURE [Add $40.00]Click on the image and scroll up for larger photo


PUSH-LOCK CLOSURES [Add $15.00]Click on the image and scroll up for larger photo

MAKE IT A LAPTOP CASE Padding in the middle compartment, -does not limit the capacity [Add $20.00]

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Handmade Leather Briefcase – Inspired by the 1945 U.S. Army Original

Crafted with precision and built to last, this handmade leather briefcase is a faithful reproduction of the rugged and reliable bags carried by U.S. Army officers in 1945. Designed for durability and organization, it features three full-size compartments (2.5" each) that offer structured storage without added bulk — ideal for professionals who carry documents, tech, and essentials with military-level efficiency.
This American-made leather briefcase is constructed from vegetable-tanned full grain leather that develops a rich patina with age, telling the story of its use over time. The interior is fully lined with glove-soft full grain leather, adding refinement to its rugged structure.

Secure your belongings with the solid brass adjustable front lock (includes key), and use the dual front straps to tighten or expand the body width from 3" to 5" depending on your load. The briefcase maintains its shape and stands upright on its own — a testament to its structural integrity.

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Features
      • Key Features:

        • Custom leather briefcase design with WWII-era inspiration

        • Three compartments: front, middle, rear (each 2.5" wide)

        • Adjustable front lock with included key

        • Functional leather straps for body-width control

        • Exterior full-length open back pocket

        • Triple-reinforced handle with hidden steel support

        • Solid brass hardware and buckles throughout

        • Double-layered, detachable 54" leather shoulder strap with no-slip pad

        • Edge-bound in leather for long-term wear resistance

          • Fits Laptops with dimensions up to 16.3 inches by 11.7 inches


        🧩 Interior Organizer Includes:

        • Full-length zipper pocket with YKK self-mending zipper

        • Business card holder (fits up to 30 cards)

        • Phone pocket (fits all iPhones including XS Max)

        • Four pen holders (Sharpie compatible)

          Removable leather key hook


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5 of 5 Beautiful! May 1, 2025
Reviewer: Jane R from Austin, TX United States  
I bought this for my husband as a Christmas gift, but had to show it to him early because I was so stunned with the beautiful craftsmanship.  This briefcase is so well made and will certainly last him a lifetime.

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5 of 5 May 1, 2025
Reviewer: P Vickers Williams from Naperville, IL United States  


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5 of 5 Simply a great bag May 1, 2025
Reviewer: John Simensky from Westminster , MD United States  
Just received my 1945 three compartment bag and it is awesome.  Looks great.   Really fits my need and purpose and was so easy to customize to my desired features.   Thanks for making a great product

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5 of 5 Beautiful Bag May 1, 2025
Reviewer: William S from Stevens Point WI United States  
The bag is gorgeous. The leather, the craftsmanship are excellent. The price is high but well worth it. Do yourself a favor and save your money. Invest in this bag

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5 of 5 Quality Briefcase May 1, 2025
Reviewer: Uberfiend from Northern Calif., United States  
The briefcase looks beautiful and drew remarks right away. The leather is of high quality, with no blemishes, and is going to pick up an amazing patina over time.

I sent photos to friends who have a competitor’s leather briefcase and they were blown away.

The only thing negative is that the Custom Hide logo was stamped into the leather a little sloppily, so it’s a bit crooked. It’s noticeable if you look at it, but it just gives it a little bit of character.

The photos on the website don’t do justice to the bag at all. I was worried about capacity and could only compare specs to my Bosca briefcase. The Custom Hide did not disappoint and easily holds files for my average court day. Of course there are days I need to use a bigger, uglier, rolling case. But this is definitely my EDC bag.

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