No. 719 - Tote
Pickup available at 1707 E 7th St
Usually ready in 5+ days
The No. 719 Tote is a meticulously handcrafted masterpiece made from luxurious full-grain leather. This exquisite tote strikes the perfect balance, capacious enough to carry your daily essentials, yet compact and convenient, ensuring it won't be a hindrance on the go. With handles designed to effortlessly slip over your shoulder, it offers both comfort and style. Adding a touch of sophistication, the top of the bag boasts a distinctive belted and buckled decorative feature, making it a true statement piece for the discerning individual who appreciates both form and function in their everyday accessories.
Approximate Dimensions: 16" x 12" x 4.5"
Handcrafted in our Charlotte, NC studio.Product information
Full-grain leather, known for its exceptional quality, adds significant value to a product in various ways. Its natural grain pattern and imperfections lend each piece a unique, one-of-a-kind character, enhancing the product's individuality and charm. Beyond aesthetics, full-grain leather is renowned for its unmatched durability and resilience, ensuring that the item will stand the test of time. With age, it develops a beautiful patina, becoming even more visually appealing and valuable. The quality of full-grain leather extends to its comfort and tactile appeal, offering a luxurious and soft feel. Moreover, its resistance to wear and tear, as well as its ability to withstand adverse conditions, ensures that the product remains functional and retains its value over the long term. All of these attributes combined make full-grain leather a premier choice for those who seek quality, longevity, and a timeless appeal in their purchases.
At ColsenKeane, we select the best US-sourced Full Grain Chrome Tanned or Veg Tanned Cowhides, and Full Grain Aniline Buffalo hides for our products. We only use Full-Grain leather, which is the highest quality leather you can get; far superior to the “genuine leather” commonly used by larger brands. Our goods are built from 5/6 oz or 8/9 oz leathers, depending upon the requirements of the product. We also use the most durable hardware in the industry, and offer handmade Copper buckles and hardware as an upgrade on many bag and belt items.
Our handmade Copper buckles are painstakingly hand-forged from pure copper by a metal smith in Montana. Copper hardware and buckles is an allergen-free option for your products and incurs a slight upcharge.
We have a 15-day return policy, which means you have 15 days after receiving your eligible item to request a return or exchange. Packages shipped back to us for exchange or return must be received at our studio or postmarked within a 30-day window of customer's original receipt. Absolutely no exceptions.
The original shipping fee is non-refundable for returns or exchanges, except in case of a shipping error or manufacturing defect.
To be eligible for a return or exchange, your item must not be considered a non-returnable item (read more below), must be be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused and in its original packaging. To request a return, please contact us via email at info@colsenkeane.com for return authorization. Include your order number, date received and reason for return. If your return is accepted, we will provide instructions on how to return your order within 1 business days. Please note that any request sent on Sundays will not be replied to until the next day. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return authorization may not be accepted.
Orders placed between November 1st - December 25th that fit our criteria for being returnable, are eligible by January 15th of the following year. CK products received as gifts can be returned for store credit only.
So you bought a new Satchel and you're wondering how to take care of it? You don't need to do anything at all for at least 4-6 months. Your leather good comes packed with the oils it needs to perform. At the 4-6 month mark, we recommend a gently applied coat of Saddle Soap (available for purchase here). We suggest you do this with our Liquid Saddle Soap.
Please note that an application of Saddle Soap will darken the leather, just like age and patina does. We recommend you test it on a more hidden area (like the bottom or under the front flap of your Satchel) first, to be sure you understand how the leather will change.
1. To apply Saddle Soap, take a clean soft cloth and gently apply the solution in a circular motion into your leather good.
2. Let it dry 2-3 hours, or overnight if you want to be certain and it's ready to go.
3. Reapply again every 3-4 months.
We can only recommend Saddle Soap on our products. Though you may surely be able to use them on other leather goods purchased elsewhere, or on larger items like chairs or sofas, we can not guarantee the results and therefore would not be able to recommend it.
The Care & Keeping of Your ColsenKeane Leather Good:
So you bought a new Satchel and you're wondering how to take care of it?
You don't need to do anything at all for at least 4-6 months. Your leather good comes packed with the oils it needs to perform.
At the 4-6 month mark, we recommend a gently applied coat of Saddle Soap (available for purchase here). We suggest you do this with our Liquid Saddle Soap.
Please note that an application of Saddle Soap will darken the leather, just like age and patina does.
1. To apply Saddle Soap, take a clean soft cloth and gently apply the solution in a circular motion into your leather good. You may wish to begin at the bottom of the bag, in order to see how the Saddle Soap will affect the hide.
2. Let it dry 2-3 hours, or overnight if you want to be certain and it's ready to go.
3. Reapply again every 3-4 months.
We can only recommend Saddle Soap on our products. Though you may surely be able to use them on other leather goods purchased elsewhere, or on larger items like chairs or sofas, we can not guarantee the results and therefore would not be able to recommend it.
Should your Satchel have some years and wear-and-tear on it, you may need a small overhaul. In that case, let us refresh your Satchel for you.
We offer a Refresh Your Satchel package during which we will give your well-loved ColsenKeane Satchel a thorough once-over and cleaning. We will use our liquid glycerine saddle soap to thoroughly clean and condition your bag; carefully inspecting each rivet and each stitch and repairing anything found, to ensure the continued integrity of your go-to companion.
Purchase the package at the above linked page. Ship your Satchel to us safely at the following address:
ColsenKeane
Refresh Your Satchel Program
1707 E. 7th St.
Charlotte, NC 28204
Please include your full name, phone number, and order number. Once complete, we will ship your bag back to you as quickly as possible.
F.A.Q.
Got questions? We've got answers!
Can you tell me about this leather?
Sure! This No. 719 Tote is crafted by hand from a hide we call "Crazy Horse."
Our "Crazy Horse" leather is a U.S.-sourced and Chrome Tanned Full Grain cowhide that’s made by applying special purpose waxes to the surface. These waxes are melted and migrated under frictional heat. As a result, when the leather surface is rubbed, the color of the rubbed portion changes.This exhibits an antique effect. The oils and colors seem to burst from the hide. Over time and with use, this hide develops a beautiful patina; darkening where the bag receives the most friction, with a soft sheen. Crazy Horse is quintessential ColsenKeane, and by far our most popular hide.
Would this Tote make a good work bag?
Absolutely! The 719 Tote works great as a work (or play!) bag. It fits up to a 15" laptop, all of your cords, files, papers, and personal effects.
Is the belt on this Tote decorative or does it have a purpose?
The belt on this Tote helps provide some structure and reinforcement to the design, and also just looks great!
