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The first weekender in the Ashley Clarke range, this heritage-inspired weekender launches as part of the Heritage collection. I will be producing a limited quantity in this leather. At no additional cost, personalise your bag by selecting your preferred shoulder strap length.
The Heritage weekender is unlined, with fully leather-bound seams, hand dyed edges and logo embossed details. The sturdy bridle leather base takes inspiration from a falconry lure, a nod to the beginnings of my leatherworking journey.
Simplicity is key to the weekender’s functionality. Internally there are no fiddly compartments, just plenty of space to throw all of your weekend essentials in and go. Smaller items and valuables can be tucked into the roomy internal pocket or secured to the accessory tab eyelets.
The Heritage weekender is designed with durability in mind, a classic style fashioned from the toughest materials. This heavy-duty bag makes an ideal travel companion whether it’s a city break or an all-action shooting weekend.
Handmade from premium materials
I source my leathers from time-honoured tanneries around the globe. This "Moorland" leather, is from Pittards tannery in Yeovil, which was established in 1826.
Rugged and natural, I like my leathers to tell a story. This one is full grain, so you can see the animal’s history, such as scars from insect bites. And it’s full of character due to the slight pull-up effect. This quality creates a unique patina as I craft the leather, making your weekender one-of-a-kind.
The weekender handles, strap and fine details are crafted from bridle leather, produced by J & E Sedgwick.
Traditionally, Sedgwick’s supplied leather to the equestrian trade. Their bridle leather is strong, hard-wearing and undoubtedly the best in Britain.
I’ve finished the Heritage weekender with solid brass hardware, produced by Abbey England, a traditional brass foundry which dates back to 1832.
Designed to stand the test of time
I like a sturdy leather that will support itself. I look for something that’s solid and that’s going to become more characterful with age, so I’ve selected a suitably tough hide for this weekender.
My material choices are influenced by my love of the outdoors. I need my products to both look good and to endure the unpredictable British weather. I should be able to throw my bag in the back of a Land Rover for a day shooting and it should look all the better for the adventure.
When I handpick materials, it’s always a balance between aesthetics and longevity. Hides that improve with a few scuffs and scratches, elegant, rust-resistant brass details, bridle leather designed to survive a horse rolling around in the mud.
With every day use, your weekender will take on its own character and I encourage you to embrace that. It’s all part of your journey.
Made in England
Each weekender is made from start to finish in my workshop in Grantham, England. Patterns are created here from my design sketches and then extensively tested in house.
I physically mock up each new design in leather, there’s no use of CAD in this process, everything is done by hand, like the good old days.
Making everything ourselves, here, in house, is something we're proud of.
