Vintage French Black Moleskin Workwear Messenger Tote Bag

Repurposed and made from vintage French chore black moleskin pants, this one-of-a-kind, bag features ample original darning and repairs. Moleskin patchwork in a variety of faded black and brown patinas and unfinished edges.

In over a decade of collecting, I have never seen repairs and darns this extensive on black moleskin.

Bag body measures 15" wide and 16..5" long. Adjustable strap with rings varies from a 18" to 22" inch drop measured from the top middle of the strap to the body of the bag. 

The inside has 1 large pocket and is lined with vintage Japanese black/dark brown fabric dyed with sumi ink also known as sumizone.

Adjustable strap with solid copper buckle and strap rings in gunmetal blue patina.

All visible outer stitches are hand-sewn.

Substantial fabric bag consisting of 2 outer layers of moleskin fabric , 2 inner layers of canvas sandwiched in between, and 2 inner layers of vintage Japanese fabric.

Gorgeous distressed condition! Please use the zoom feature to view condition closely.