Legacy Briefcase

Regular price $940
Sale price $940 Regular price

A full-grain leather briefcase for work and travel. A 16-liter design with room for a laptop sleeve up to 16 inches and daily documents.

Color: Espresso

Purchase information

Legacy Briefcase

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Nordweg Legacy leather briefcase laptop work bag in espresso, front view with handles and shoulder strap
Nordweg Legacy leather briefcase laptop work bag in espresso, angled front view with shoulder strap
Open espresso Legacy leather briefcase showing interior pocket
Nordweg Legacy leather briefcase laptop work bag in espresso, side end view with strap hardware
Espresso Legacy leather briefcase luggage pass-through on a rolling suitcase handle
Close-up of the metal swivel hook attaching the shoulder strap to the Nordweg Legacy Leather Briefcase in espresso
Hand inserting a tablet into the main compartment of the Nordweg Legacy Leather Briefcase in espresso
Hand placing a weekly planner into the top opening of the Nordweg Legacy Leather Briefcase in espresso

Product details

  • The 16-liter inside fits a laptop sleeve up to 16 inches.
  • Two inside pockets hold cables, keys, and small items.
  • Double YKK zipper opens from either side of the bag.
  • Back strap slides over a rolling suitcase handle.
  • Carry it by the top handles or shoulder strap.
  • Full-grain leather covers the outside, with leather inside.
  • Exterior: Full-grain floater leather (bovine)
  • Handles and load-bearing points: Full-grain vegetable-tanned soleta leather
  • Interior: Suede side of the same leather, unlined
  • Hardware: Solid metal strap hardware and rivets
  • Zipper: YKK zipper with leather pullers and double sliders
  • Available in: Espresso, Cognac, Coal
  • Height: 11.81 in / 30.0 cm
  • Width: 16.14 in / 41.0 cm
  • Depth: 5.12 in / 13.0 cm
  • Product weight: 3.31 lb / 1.5 kg
  • Capacity: 976 cu in / 16.0 L
  • Fits a laptop sleeve up to 16 inches

Warranty

Backed by a 2-year warranty covering manufacturing defects in materials or workmanship under normal use.

Care

  • Wipe the leather with a dry cotton cloth
  • Apply neutral or color-matched leather cream every six months
  • Let wet leather dry in shade, away from heat

U.S. orders

  • Free standard shipping
  • Free returns within 30 days View return policy
  • Delivery options and estimates shown at checkout

Delivery

  • Processed within 1–2 business days
  • Standard delivery takes 2–5 business days after fulfillment
  • Outside the U.S. or Brazil? Contact Customer Support before ordering.

Why we made it

We removed the usual fabric lining and pocket maze so the material could remain visible. A generous main compartment, two useful pockets, and a luggage pass-through give the briefcase everything the trip needs without interrupting its line.

Material honesty

The quality is immediate.

Natural materials with rich texture, real weight, and a warm scent you notice as soon as you open the box.

Full-grain floater leather being handled in the workshop

Full-grain floater body

Soft, substantial floater leather gives the bag its relaxed body: slim when you pack light, fuller when you need more.

Vegetable-tanned soleta leather being pressed in the workshop

Soleta reinforcement

Firm vegetable-tanned leather, the kind used for belts and saddles, placed where strength matters most.

Cognac Legacy backpack open to show the leather interior

Leather inside

No fabric lining to wear out over time. Inside, it is the leather itself: soft to the touch and naturally finished.

Different full-grain leather hides showing natural tone and texture variation

Natural variation

We do not process the leather into sameness. Slight shifts in tone, texture, and marks are part of what makes each piece yours.

Green mountain valley around Picada Café in Southern Brazil Leather worker at the Nordweg workshop in Picada Café, Southern Brazil

Made in Southern Brazil

From a family workshop

Every Nordweg piece comes from our family workshop in Picada Café, in the mountains of Southern Brazil, where our German ancestors brought leatherworking two centuries ago. We've carried that craft for 35 years. If it carries our name, we stand behind it.

The Collection

Choose Your Legacy

Work. Travel. Weekend. The pieces worth keeping close.

A complete set for moving well. Fewer pieces, better chosen, for workdays, travel, and everything in between.

Frequent questions

Legacy Briefcase Answers

Does the Legacy Briefcase hold a laptop sleeve up to 16 inches?
Yes. A laptop sleeve up to 16 inches fits in the main section. Check the exact device and sleeve dimensions before ordering because laptop sizes vary.
Which Legacy Briefcase measurements should I compare with under-seat limits?
Its outside size is H 11.81 × W 16.14 × D 5.12 inches. After packing, confirm the final dimensions against your airline’s current personal-item rule and available under-seat space.
How is the Legacy Leather Briefcase organized inside?
The 16-liter main compartment is mostly open for larger items. Two inside pockets hold smaller pieces.
Does the Legacy Briefcase have a luggage pass-through?
Yes. The rear luggage pass-through slides over a suitcase handle.
Is the Legacy Briefcase lined with fabric?
No. The inside is leather-lined without a separate fabric layer.