Lot #53: Two Vintage Leather Bags

Authentic vintage leather utility shoulder bags. Left Bag (Saddle-Style Cartridge Bag): This is a classic round-bottomed saddle bag, historically used as a hunting cartridge or game carrier bag. It features a traditional front closure loop with a metal roller buckle and an adjustable shoulder strap. Right Bag (Swiss Army Map Case / Kartentasche): This is a highly recognizable vintage Swiss Military Map Bag (often referred to as a Kartentasche). It features distinct structural elements unique to Swiss military issue gear, including a boxy rectangular frame, dedicated teardrop-shaped leather tool or pen slots on the front face, and a secure metal post-and-tab closure mechanism. These bags were typically handcrafted from thick, heavy-duty calfskin leather by master saddlers for Swiss officers and field personnel between the 1940s and 1970s. Both pieces exhibit the rich, deep patina characteristic of genuine, well tanned leather. Good condition. As is. Pickup category timeslot {A}