I picked up a lovely real leather small backpack/rucksack for a fiver at the carboot sale this morning. This is made by a company called Arthur & Aston and has a leather band at the bottom with "Design by studio Astons N AA 8010388" stamped on it. I don't know anything about them but this bag is seriously well made.
The leather is about 2mm thick but very tough and it is finished with a strong, brass hook, clasp and eye closure. The guy I bought it from said his missus had owned it for years and never used it. I don't know if it is aimed at the male/female or unisex market but I don't really care as its a cracker.
Does anybody know anything about these rucksacks and how do I begin to clean and soften it up a bit as at the moment its like strong, tough cardboad.
When I find the camera I will post a pick of it.
Cheers Neil.