Values and Traceability of Garstin 1871 Products

Garstin 1871 leather satchels, bags and accessories are handmade in England in small batches by one person. We believe in making goods with soul that are not only timeless but also durable, ready for the modern world.

We wholeheartedly subscribe to the mantra ‘own fewer but better things’, and believe that if you buy well you need only buy once. Garstin 1871 products are built to last and are supported by a lifetime guarantee making them one of the most sustainable options in the market. You might find a Garstin 1871 satchel in a Paris flea market 100 years from now, its own unique patina would tell a thousand stories and you would still be drawn to its style and craftsmanship.

The materials used to make Garstin 1871 leather goods are hand picked from the best quality suppliers in the world and 100% traceable - the leather comes from a small family owned tannery in Tuscany, La Perla Azzura, using traditional techniques since 1967 to tan the hides that are all European sourced; the suede we use comes from Charles F Stead, who have been producing the world’s finest suede in Leeds, Yorkshire since 1890; all of the hardware comes from the famous Abbey Foundry who supply the Royal Household and since 1999 have held a Royal Warrant.

You can be sure that when you purchase from Garstin 1871 that you are investing for the future.