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STEPHEN LEATHER MESSENGER BAG

STEPHEN LEATHER MESSENGER BAG

Regular price $450.00
Regular price $450.00 Sale price
color: Saddle | Mocha Straps
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Description

Styled after the classic mailbag of the early 20th century, the Stephen Leather Messenger Bag has simple lines and sturdy construction. Holds a 15" wide laptop, folders, books, pen, cell phone, notebook, charging cables and more. Perfect for the classroom, the corporate office or simply for your everyday carry bag.

• Handmade in Marietta, GA
• American sourced full-grain 6 oz leather. Unlined with soft sued interior.
• Full-grain leather is the full integrity of the hide and can contain unique natural markings, making each bag truly unique in character. To learn more about our quality click here.
• Solid brass hand-hammered rivets.
• Solid brass hardware
• Water Resistant.
• Laptop pocket holds a 15" wide laptop.
• 9" x 6" Front pocket
• Adjustable/removable shoulder strap with pad - 1.5" wide x 45" - 50" long. Made with 10 oz full-grain leather.
• Sturdy top grab handle made out of the same 10 oz full-grain leather.
• FREE CUSTOMIZATION (ADD your initials) just put your initials into the text box when you order. Initials are placed on the top middle of the outside pocket unless you specify a different location.  Please note: We cannot accept returns on customized products.

  • DIMENSIONS 15.5W x 12" H x 4" D
  • VOLUME 12 Liters
  • WEIGHT 2 lbs, 12 oz (Approximately)
  • COLOR OPTIONS Mocha, Saddle, and Black

Each product is made to order in our shop in Marietta, GA with love and special attention to details. The Average turnaround is 15-20 business days and during high sales volumes it can take a few days longer. We will send you an email with tracking once it ships. If you need it sooner for any reason, please send an email with your order number and we do our best to accommodate your request.

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STEPHEN LEATHER MESSENGER BAG
STEPHEN LEATHER MESSENGER BAG
$450.00

Made in the USA

Every bag is handcrafted in our Marietta, GA workshop using the best quality full-grain leather and time-honored craftsmanship.

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Arik silva
Love this bag

Great bag, great smell, exactly what I wanted. Wish the strap was a bit longer since I’m pretty tall but great overall.

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Jimel

Great product!

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John Sperling
Messenger Bag

Beautifully crafted. Carries a substantial amount. Comfortable to use. Looks dynamite. Thrilled. Thank you

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Anonymous
Gorgeous, well-made messenger bag

Purchased the Stephen messenger bag with hemmed inner pocket in saddle with mocha strap as a gift. Very high quality. Recipient loves it and has gotten many compliments. Love that it's made here in the US.

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Daniela
Stephen Leather messenger

My son loved it. He said it is great quality and works well on his commute each day.

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Anonymous

I really like it! Use it every day

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Ryan Mulcahy

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MerryL
A Gift That Will Last A Lifetime

I purchased a Stephen in Black Bison for my Grandson as a gift. I gave it to him early because he was at my home when it was delivered. He could use it for tech school to hold his laptop, and to keep his files organized. He could also use it as an overnight bag if needed. A shipping debacle crinkled the carton like an accordion but the Stephen bounced right back into shape with no damage of any kind. This is a gift that my Grandson loves and it will last him a lifetime.

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Stephan Leder

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J.R.

I love it!! Classy and worth every penny

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Angela Putnam
Messenger bag

This bag is awesome, I use it for work. Plenty of room for all my things and the leather is of amazing Quality!!! The quality of craftsmanship is the best I’ve seen ( I have a lot of bags ) 😬🤣 I must tell you the customer service is amazing as well! So glad I found this company. Definitely a customer for life👍

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Cory Peace
Best Messenger Bag I’ve Ever Owned

I browsed through Etsy extensively looking for the right messenger bag. I stumbled upon Go Fourth Goods and loved what I saw… plus I was born in Atlanta Ga. When I received the Stephen Messenger Bag I was blown away by the quality and craftsmanship. So beautiful and so well made. And it’s smells like rich leather which makes me feel fancy. Thank you for making such great products… customer for life.

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John Civiello
Messenger Bag

The bag is very high quality leather. It does not have a lot of pockets for pens etc.. But I new that when I bough it, wanted a simple bag. I plan to buy a simple pencil/small supply bag, maybe even the one sold by Go forth Goods.

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Caitlin Cooley
LOVE

Got this for my husband as a birthday gift. We both love it! Go forth goods was incredibly responsive and made it faster than expected. Cannot beat the quality!

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Matthew Latham

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Derek Greenacre
Amazing bag

Quality!! This bag will last a lifetime!

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Russell Smith

Great bag although a few more smaller pockets inside would make a big difference. Very minor complaint, overall it’s a fantastic bag and I expect it to hold up well to years of use.

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Jay Gantz
Overall, pretty great. Not perfect.

This bag reeks of quality. I expect it to last a very, very long time. I’ve used it every day with a 14” laptop and papers etc. and it has been fine. Design wise, it seems strong and the buckle isn’t annoying as I had expected. The strap is high quality, but the shoulder pad isn’t particularly comfortable. Design wise, I still wonder if the bag could be more functional with some interior organization instead of the bare minimum of this bag (just a laptop slot), but I’m adapting with smaller pouches; just not what I’m used to. I do wish the strap was connected lower down on the sides of the bag so there weren’t open spaces for things like rain/snow to get into. Overall, 4.5 stars, not perfect, but definitely a keeper.

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Casey Clabby
Incredible Bag

Extremely well made, and exactly what I wanted. You cannot go wrong buying from this company, and since it’s all made here in the USA, it makes it that much better. I’d give them 10 stars if I could.

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Petrese Smith
Excellent quality

My daughter loves it. It was a gift for her. Very well made

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ashley sullins
Love this Bag!

Can't wait to gift this amazing leather bag. Love that I could get it local.

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Robert Phillips
Great Bag

Great quality! I have gotten a lot of compliments on my Stephen Messenger bag.

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marta garcia-carr
Fabulous bag

Am extremely well made leather bag; like a piece of art. Comfortable strap for carrying a full bag. I highly recommend this product!

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Kara Bowersock
Beautiful bag

We purchased this bag as a graduation gift for our new history professor. It’s perfect! High quality construction and leather will last for many years to come.

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Eliseo Artiga
Great bag. Quality. But one more thing…

The bag is great! The quality and craftsmanship is great! However, the bag would be perfect if there were one or two organization pockets for pens or misc.

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Jeff Hill

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Karla Todd
Simple but Refined Quality - Beautiful Design - Beautiful Craftsmanship - Love it!

Beautiful construction. I love it - from the quality materials (full grain leather, solid brass hardware...) to the quality workmanship and workwomanship (crafted by Caroline) to the beautiful simple design (classic mailbag, thick strap...) to the service (accommodating+). I ordered the mocha color for myself, a woman. It is a simple almost rustic but refined quality bag with beautiful American craftsmanship. It is so hard to find such simple and beautiful quality that speaks for itself. Thank you Caroline, Nathan and the Go Forth Goods team.

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Anthony Murphy
A rugged professional bag

This has replaced my gym bag i would use to take the laptop to work. This bag is perfect , easy to carry and smells so good. The craftmanship is superb.

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Michelangelo
Stephen mess bag

Absolutely beautiful! Well constructed. Very happy. My 2nd. Purchase from them.

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Peter Richardson
All around excellent!

I spent hours online looking for a Made in the USA shoulder bag that resonated with me. This was 95% there. The nice folks at GFG offered to customize that last little bit. Now it’s perfect!! Gorgeous bag! Very happy with the experience!

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DD King
GFG & The Stephen Messenger Bag are Amazing!

I bought the Stephen Messenger Bag in Saddle for my husband for Christmas to replace the nylon briefcase he had used as his daily work bag for several years before it completely wore out. He is not easy on his things and will usually not replace anything until it is literally falling apart and well beyond repair. We both appreciate handmade products that last for years or generations and if we can’t make something ourselves, then we seek to support American small businesses with ethical and sustainable practices. In my search for leather goods that met that criteria, I found Go Forth Goods online and decided to take a chance on the Stephen Messenger, with its lifetime guarantee, sight unseen. I ordered 10 days before Christmas and the turn around time was excellent! It shipped in 3 days and arrived in another 3 days, WOW!!! When I opened the package to inspect the bag, I was absolutely blown away! It had both a sleek and rugged appearance with a classic and timeless design, it was impressively well made, the leather was deliciously soft and supple - yet undeniably strong - with gorgeous pull up, and the smell was divine! I loved all the little thoughtful touches included in the package such as the awesome key fob, sticker, and the handwritten info card with the name of the person who made the bag. I was so excited for him to use it and I immediately anticipated several future gift purchases (including something for me) from Go Forth Goods! My husband had the same first impression that I had upon opening it on Christmas morning. He truly loves his new bag and has been using it every day since. We can totally see it lasting long enough to pass on to our kids one day and perhaps beyond!

FAQ'S

What type of leather do you use? -
We only use full-grain leather sourced from American hides—the strongest and most durable cut. It ages beautifully and builds character over time.
Are your products really made by hand? +
Yes—every GFG product is handcrafted in our Marietta, Georgia workshop by skilled artisans. No mass production. No shortcuts.
What’s your return policy? +
We offer hassle-free returns within 30 business days of delivery.
What does the lifetime guarantee actually cover? +
Our bags are built to last. If your bag ever fails due to craftsmanship or material issues, we’ll repair or replace it—no fine print.
How do I care for my leather products? +
Just wipe it down with a damp cloth and apply leather conditioner every few months to keep it looking sharp.
Can I personalize my product? +
Absolutely. All of our bags and most of the accessories can be personalized with your initials — a simple way to make it truly yours.
Are your products good for daily carry? +
Yes — our bags and accessories are designed for everyday life. Whether you’re carrying a laptop, gym gear, or kids’ stuff, they’re built to handle it all while still looking sharp.