Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
I did something I never thought I would—dissected my own bag live on stage at Lineapelle, the world’s most influential leather exhibition in Milan. Surrounded by leather insiders and experts, this was the ultimate test of a project that started my entire journey.
What happened when I put my own creation under the knife? Did it live up to the standard—or expose flaws I never expected? Watch until the end to see how it all unfolded.
This was made possible thanks to Consorzio Vera Pelle, who gathered some of Tuscany’s finest tanneries to share the most tactile leather experience, and to Lineapelle Fair for hosting this live dissection. It was a privilege to take part.
Read the blog here: tannerleatherstein.com/post/live-at-lineapelle-cutting-open-my-leather-briefcase
TITLE: I Took My Bag Apart in Milan…And It Got Intense
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CHAPTERS/TIMESTAMPS
0:00 – Opening Setup
Dissecting my own bag live at Lineapelle, Milan’s most influential leather exhibition.
0:31 – How the Journey Began
From cutting open a luxury briefcase to discovering it wasn’t even real leather—and how that sparked the idea for the Pegai Senior Briefcase.
1:22 – Introducing the Test & Design Review
Starting the 5-pillar evaluation with a close look at the design choices, structure, and functionality.
2:08 – Craftsmanship Review
Assessing the precision of stitches, finishing of edges, lining details, and overall build quality.
2:40 – Structure & Engineering
Breaking down how the briefcase holds its form without synthetic supports.
3:21 – Hardware Assessment
Looking at zippers, metal parts, and durability of the fittings.
3:38 – Deep Leather Analysis
Testing aniline finish with acetone, grain variations, and confirming vegetable tanning.
4:56 – Closing Reflections
How the live dissection went, what I learned, and improvements for the future.
5:17 – Cost & Value Breakdown
Revealing the true cost of making the bag (€257) vs. pricing (€1,028) and why it offers strong value.
5:35 – Other Versions & Availability
Updates on the Togo and shrunken calf editions, plus current stock for veg tan models.
6:00 – Outro
Stay Leathertained.
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PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Senior Italian Veg-Tan: pegai.com/collections/new-mens-bags/products/italian-leather-briefcase-black-senior
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SHOP LINK FOR MY BRAND
PEGAI (Buy our good-quality finished leather goods): pegai.com/.
- You may also buy them on Etsy: etsy.com/shop/PEGAI.
ATELIER PEGAI: atelierpegai.com
STOW LONDON: stowlondon.co.uk
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SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS
Follow me on my social media pages where I post content regularly.
TikTok: tiktok.com/@tanner.leatherstein
Instagram: instagram.com/tanner.leatherstein
Facebook: facebook.com/tanner.leatherstein1
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BRAND REVIEWS PLAYLISTS
Wallet Reviews: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW8XE8IVaUjnBca6QFg1W2ZA
Bag Reviews: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW9XhH4rrAYrNorYgqKl9WwN
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OTHER HELPFUL YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS
YouTube Shorts (Watch leather tips and tricks in less than a minute): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW_VFYDZvwatoi-Vdhc_IaKY
Leather Savvy (Learn more tips and tricks about leather to help you save money): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW-HURqFOCDWahDgIR56eedQ
20/20 of Leather Savviness (Learn more about the four phases you should consider before buying leather goods): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW-ys9p_c9CCw1btr9encOdT
Most viewed leather videos (Helpful and more entertaining content that viewers really loved): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW_FeEWPZwfFTG63_9r8cWwv
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HOW TO CONTACT:
You may contact me on any of my social media accounts above or send me an email at tanner@pegai.com.
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#leatherbag #isitworthit #tannerleatherstein
I did something I never thought I would—dissected my own bag live on stage at Lineapelle, the world’s most influential leather exhibition in Milan. Surrounded by leather insiders and experts, this was the ultimate test of a project that started my entire journey.
What happened when I put my own creation under the knife? Did it live up to the standard—or expose flaws I never expected? Watch until the end to see how it all unfolded.
This was made possible thanks to Consorzio Vera Pelle, who gathered some of Tuscany’s finest tanneries to share the most tactile leather experience, and to Lineapelle Fair for hosting this live dissection. It was a privilege to take part.
Read the blog here: tannerleatherstein.com/post/live-at-lineapelle-cutting-open-my-leather-briefcase
TITLE: I Took My Bag Apart in Milan…And It Got Intense
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CHAPTERS/TIMESTAMPS
0:00 – Opening Setup
Dissecting my own bag live at Lineapelle, Milan’s most influential leather exhibition.
0:31 – How the Journey Began
From cutting open a luxury briefcase to discovering it wasn’t even real leather—and how that sparked the idea for the Pegai Senior Briefcase.
1:22 – Introducing the Test & Design Review
Starting the 5-pillar evaluation with a close look at the design choices, structure, and functionality.
2:08 – Craftsmanship Review
Assessing the precision of stitches, finishing of edges, lining details, and overall build quality.
2:40 – Structure & Engineering
Breaking down how the briefcase holds its form without synthetic supports.
3:21 – Hardware Assessment
Looking at zippers, metal parts, and durability of the fittings.
3:38 – Deep Leather Analysis
Testing aniline finish with acetone, grain variations, and confirming vegetable tanning.
4:56 – Closing Reflections
How the live dissection went, what I learned, and improvements for the future.
5:17 – Cost & Value Breakdown
Revealing the true cost of making the bag (€257) vs. pricing (€1,028) and why it offers strong value.
5:35 – Other Versions & Availability
Updates on the Togo and shrunken calf editions, plus current stock for veg tan models.
6:00 – Outro
Stay Leathertained.
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PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Senior Italian Veg-Tan: pegai.com/collections/new-mens-bags/products/italian-leather-briefcase-black-senior
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SHOP LINK FOR MY BRAND
PEGAI (Buy our good-quality finished leather goods): pegai.com/.
- You may also buy them on Etsy: etsy.com/shop/PEGAI.
ATELIER PEGAI: atelierpegai.com
STOW LONDON: stowlondon.co.uk
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SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS
Follow me on my social media pages where I post content regularly.
TikTok: tiktok.com/@tanner.leatherstein
Instagram: instagram.com/tanner.leatherstein
Facebook: facebook.com/tanner.leatherstein1
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BRAND REVIEWS PLAYLISTS
Wallet Reviews: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW8XE8IVaUjnBca6QFg1W2ZA
Bag Reviews: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW9XhH4rrAYrNorYgqKl9WwN
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OTHER HELPFUL YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS
YouTube Shorts (Watch leather tips and tricks in less than a minute): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW_VFYDZvwatoi-Vdhc_IaKY
Leather Savvy (Learn more tips and tricks about leather to help you save money): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW-HURqFOCDWahDgIR56eedQ
20/20 of Leather Savviness (Learn more about the four phases you should consider before buying leather goods): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW-ys9p_c9CCw1btr9encOdT
Most viewed leather videos (Helpful and more entertaining content that viewers really loved): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW_FeEWPZwfFTG63_9r8cWwv
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HOW TO CONTACT:
You may contact me on any of my social media accounts above or send me an email at tanner@pegai.com.
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#leatherbag #isitworthit #tannerleatherstein
