Collection N°01 · Backgammon

Backgammon Tote vs Backgammon Duffle

The Tote is the taller piece and carries the backgammon board on its front panel. The Duffle is deeper, carries the board on both its front and back panels, closes with a double-slider zip and stands on five metal feet. Both have a zipped central divider and a detachable shoulder strap, and each colorway of either is limited to 100 pieces.

Images are 3D renders of the final design.

Side by side

The Backgammon Tote and the Backgammon Duffle compared
The Backgammon ToteThe Backgammon Duffle
SilhouetteStructured toteStructured duffle
Dimensions15.4 × 12.6 × 7.5 in (39 × 32 × 19 cm), W × H × D15 × 9.4 × 8.7 in (38 × 24 × 22 cm), L × H × D
Backgammon boardFront panelFront and back panels
ExteriorMatte-finish leather, 1.0–1.8 mm thick depending on colorGrained cowhide body, smooth cowhide board
LiningBordeauxNavy fabric
StructureSemi-rigid: 2 mm foam with heat-bonded backingRigid heat-bonded reinforcement
BaseRigid base covered in leatherFive metal base feet
TopCurved top line between two folded, stitched leather handlesDouble-slider metal zip, 23.6 in (60 cm)
Shoulder strapClip-on, 43.3 × 1 in (110 × 2.5 cm)Removable, 1 in (2.5 cm) wide
HardwareSnap hooks on D-ringsRose-gold finish: two D-rings, two swivel snap hooks
InteriorZipped central divider, slip pocket on the inner wallZipped central divider, zipped back-wall pocket, two phone pockets, leather key loop
ColorwaysBlack, Beige, BordeauxBlack, Navy, Camel
Edition100 pieces per colorway100 pieces per colorway
StatusWaitlist openWaitlist open

Specifications are taken from the technical sheets for the Black colorway of each bag. Material details for the other colorways will be confirmed when the collection opens.

Where they differ

Height and depth

The two are within half an inch of each other in width: 15.4 in for the Tote, 15 in for the Duffle. The Tote stands 3.2 in taller, at 12.6 in against 9.4 in. The Duffle is 1.2 in deeper, at 8.7 in against 7.5 in.

Where the board sits

The Tote carries the backgammon board on its front panel. The Duffle carries it on both the front and the back, so the board shows from either side.

Top and base

The Duffle closes with a double-slider metal zip 23.6 in (60 cm) long and stands on five metal feet. The Tote has a curved top line between two folded leather handles and a rigid base covered in leather.

Inside

Both have a zipped central divider. The Tote adds a slip pocket on the inner wall. The Duffle adds a zipped back-wall pocket, two slip pockets sized for a phone and a leather key loop.

What they share

  • A backgammon board cut in leather: long triangular points in contrasting colors, with round leather checkers.
  • A cherry charm at the handle, after the two cherries of the house symbol.
  • A zipped central divider inside.
  • A shoulder strap 1 in (2.5 cm) wide that detaches.
  • Three colorways each, limited to 100 pieces per colorway.
  • The same status: on the waitlist, not yet on sale, with prices not announced.

Questions about the two bags

All questions

What is the difference between the Backgammon Tote and the Backgammon Duffle?

The Tote is the taller piece, 12.6 in high against 9.4 in, and carries the board on its front panel. The Duffle is deeper, 8.7 in against 7.5 in, carries the board on both its front and back panels, closes with a 23.6 in (60 cm) double-slider zip and stands on five metal feet. Both have a zipped central divider and a detachable shoulder strap, and each colorway of either is limited to 100 pieces.

How big is the Backgammon Tote?

The Backgammon Tote measures 15.4 in wide, 12.6 in high and 7.5 in deep (39 × 32 × 19 cm). Its shoulder strap is 43.3 in long and 1 in wide (110 × 2.5 cm) and clips on with snap hooks.

How big is the Backgammon Duffle?

The Backgammon Duffle measures 15 in long, 9.4 in high and 8.7 in deep (38 × 24 × 22 cm). It has a 23.6 in (60 cm) double-slider zip along the top and a removable shoulder strap 1 in (2.5 cm) wide.

How many of each bag will be made?

Each Backgammon colorway is limited to 100 pieces. That applies to every colorway of the Tote and the Duffle.

Which colorways are there?

The Backgammon Tote is shown in Black, Beige and Bordeaux. The Backgammon Duffle is shown in Black, Navy and Camel.

What is inside each bag?

The Tote has a zipped central divider, a slip pocket on the inner wall and separate compartments either side of the divider. The Duffle has a zipped back-wall pocket, two slip pockets sized for a phone, a leather key loop and a zipped central divider.

How much will the bags cost?

Prices have not been announced. They will be published with the collection, and the waitlist email will include them.