Grams28 132 Essential Case Pro & 131 Essential Pouch Review
DISCLOSURE – THIS ITEM WAS GIFTED TO THE REVIEWER FOR THE PURPOSES OF WRITING THE REVIEW. ALL THOUGHTS AND OPINIONS ARE THE REVIEWER’S OWN.
Reviewed by Deborah Mackenzie
Christmas, birthday’s, Valentines, Father’s Day or just a gift for that special man (or person) is not only stressful, mind-shattering difficult, especially when we have practically everything we need. Grams28 is your first stop – they have a variety of luxury yet practical gifts that will bring joy and lots of rejoicing as all their personal go to items are stored in one place.
From the moment I opened the package I was hit with the unmistakable smell of the gorgeous leather, the smell of luxury. But there was more! It has the most amazing feel of soft perfectly tanned leather. Nothing but luxury.
The 132 Essential case pro is extremely deceptive and looks small; but when you realise that it opens like an accordion and has space for carrying your phone, iPods, sunglasses and more. It can be placed into another bag for easy access or even better when travelling is to use the adjustable strap provided that lets you wear it cross body. Aimed at ‘men’ but I believe it has a place for anyone as it makes a safe, hands-free way to carry your valuables especially in busy urban areas.
The 132 Essential case pro has good dimensions:
• 25 W x 15.5 H x 7 D cm (8.9”
• W x 6.1” H x 2.7″ D )
• Max. Capacity 3L
• Adjustable Strap – 25mm basic strap (this can be upgraded to a padded strap or a wrist strap)
The 131 Essential Pouch is akin to its larger brother above, except smaller in size.
• 20 W x 11 H x 4.5 D cm (7.8” W x 4.3” H x 1.8″ D)
• Max. Capacity 2.5L
• Heavy-duty Buckle
• Adjustable Strap
The bags/pouches have zippers that open both ways, giving easy access to its many internal pockets. I truly love that when zipped closed there is a rubber seal that makes it waterproof. Also, you have the choice of where to leave the closed zip; essential when out and about, so those sneaky pickpockets cannot gain access easily.
The inside of the bag has a brown lining that makes it easy to see the items that have been stored. There is one zipped pocket to put more valuable items in.
Made from Mastrotto tanned leather; an Italian company established in 1958 who provide the most deluxe of leathers. Conscious of the environment, something that is in the forefront of debate, is a leading example following totally electric-powered industrial loader (first in the world) as well as attention to its workers.
These bags/pouches are beautifully made with uniformed stitching and a lot of thought has been given to what is practical storage. Plus, there is NO PLASTIC! The strap clasps are all metal making them a lasting clip which is secure and safe.
Overall, I really love these bags, they are lovely in design, practical and when worn across body to the front keep your hands free and your belongings safe.
They come in black at present but am hoping that they will seek out future colours in the future, the Italian leather tanners supply several colours.
The only thing that I really didn’t like; each bag had a golden stamp of the name of Gram28 and what the product is. I believe this let the style down a bit as it is on the outside of the bag, it would have been nicer inside. Or maybe come up with a metal tag or similar giving it a more elegant finish.
For further products and information: GRAMS28 UK Store
Rating: 4.75/5 stars
131 Price: £189
132 Price: £269
(Photos obtained off Grams28)