Backpack »Henry«

Can I take the "Henry" Edition backpack on the plane?

Yes, the "Henry" Special Edition backpack is suitable as carry-on luggage with many airlines. With its generous 30-liter volume, the leather backpack offers ample space for clothes, travel documents, personal items, and a laptop up to 15 inches.

Since permissible dimensions and weight limits can vary depending on the airline and booked fare, you should check the current carry-on regulations before departure. Thanks to its soft construction, the vintage backpack can be packed flexibly and easily stowed in the overhead compartment.

Is the leather backpack "Henry" dimensionally stable or rather soft?

The "Henry" backpack belongs to the soft-sided backpack category. The Special Edition is crafted from fine suede and robust smooth leather, allowing it to easily adapt to its contents. A rigid plastic stiffener is intentionally omitted to preserve the authentic character of a historical mountaineering backpack.

Nevertheless, the smooth leather-reinforced bottom, leather straps, and carefully crafted stress points provide stability. "Henry" looks particularly appealing when sufficiently filled, allowing its characteristic shape to unfold.

Is the "Henry" backpack one of the original Swiss Army backpacks?

No, the "Henry" backpack is not an original Swiss Army backpack. It is a loving reinterpretation of classic hiking backpacks, military backpacks, and alpine mountaineering backpacks from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

The distinctive leather straps, the patch pockets, and the traditional silhouette are reminiscent of a time when backpacks were predominantly made from high-quality natural materials. In the Special Edition, this historical design is particularly stylishly interpreted through the elegant combination of suede and smooth leather.

Thus, "Henry" combines the appeal of a classic retro backpack with the demands of modern everyday life – including padded shoulder straps, 30 liters of storage space, and a laptop compartment up to 15 inches.

Is the "Henry" suede backpack suitable for outdoor activities?

The "Henry" Edition backpack is suitable for travel, day trips, walks, and light outdoor activities in dry weather. However, the delicate suede requires a bit more care.

Before its first outdoor use, the suede backpack must be treated with a suitable, colorless waterproofing spray for nubuck or suede. The impregnation protects the material from light moisture and dirt, but it does not make the backpack waterproof.

Even after impregnation, you should avoid heavy downpours, prolonged rain, and very wet conditions. If it unexpectedly gets wet, the backpack should be allowed to dry slowly at room temperature. Heaters, direct sunlight, and other strong heat sources can damage the leather.