Exceptional fortitude
During World War II, messenger bags played a crucial role in facilitating communication and logistical operations on the battlefield.
Their durable construction and versatile design made them ideal for carrying important documents, maps, and other essential items. Soldiers relied on these bags to keep their hands free for combat, while still having easy access to critical materials.
Expertly crafted
Rough Bounds leather products are handmade by a skilled artisan craftsman in a traditional workshop in the south of England. He takes great pride in making sure his products look great and last for years.
These products are relatively simple in design and not over-engineered, with the emphasis on practicality.
Leather Belts have been essential kit for centuries and indeed an integral and favoured method for ‘carriage’ of certain pieces of kit in different ‘working profiles’ – A truly fundamental piece of equipment used by men and women going about their ‘business’ over many decades.
Please be mindful that leather is a natural product and therefore may differ slightly in shades of tan or finish compared to our website photgraphs. Our commitment to robust quality is unwavering.
key features
"Close hold"
We've chosen the name ‘Close Hold’ for this exceptional bag, drawing inspiration from a term widely used in military circles to signify the secure handling of sensitive information or confidential details. This name perfectly aligns with the bag's purpose of safeguarding valuables during travels, ensuring their protection and privacy.
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