American Factory Visit: Are Frank Clegg's Briefcases Worth $1,450?

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I was lucky enough to be welcomed - after many badgering e-mails - into the Massachusetts headquarters of Frank Clegg. This small, family-owned company is beloved for their extraordinarily high quality leather bags, and it's fair to say they're also known for their price. Is Frank Clegg really worth it? We took a camera and microphone to Falls River, MA to find out just what g goes into these bags.
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[@KapustaCuber]

I grew up in Fall River, and 100 years ago we were the textile manufacturing capital of the USA. Those mills are closed now, but it’s amazing to have people like Frank Clegg who still care about that tradition and make world-class quality goods. Thanks for highlighting this!

[@jaredweiman2987]

Bought my first piece from FC recently. I don’t regret it at all. I don’t think I’ll have 10 or 15 Frank Clegg pieces in my wardrobe the way I can with Filson and other brands, but the one I do have is definitely my pride and joy. I’ve never let anybody I disagree with dissuade me from supporting artisans that I like just because they share similar taste.

[@df540148]

I grew right by Fall River so it's so great seeing fantastic manufacturing still happening there.

[@Stridewise]

Oh cool! I loved the new england accent there Frank had, I hadn't heard that varietal of American before

[@df540148]

@@Stridewise Haha, that Fall River/New Bedford accent totally grates on my nerves. I'm glad I never picked it up! Does remind me of home though.

[@abcthecamper1799]

5:14 love that you guided him to the full answer even tho you knew the answer :D was very interesting. thanks

[@xxflamezxx1able]

Lovely bag, maybe one day, but for now, I can just admire it and this video.

[@billybob7088]

Many of my French-Canadian ancestors worked in the mills of Fall River

[@SP-nx8qx]

Fk yea it's worth it. The guy uses a tonne of leather, every edge is painted or polished, everything is lined, all the materials and hardware are top notch, but most importantly he has decades of experience in making elegant, practical, and ultimate succesful designs that work well and age even better. He is lucky to be able to charge a fair price because most leatherworkers can't.

[@Will67267]

If you can afford it, it’s the best. I have a briefcase, duffle , snd a small dopkit for 8 years now. Best investment you can buy and then give it to your grandkids .

[@Bryen12]

I love buffalo Jackson bags 😊❤

[@Dasycottus]

I have a tall working tote that serves every role from casual briefcase to my dang reusable shopping bag. I'm trying to figure out what tannery they use... It ~might~ be haas, but idk?

[@Stridewise]

I asked but they said it was a secret!

[@Dasycottus]

@@Stridewise I know it is... That doesn't mean I can't figure it out. I know what certifications they have, I know it's French, and I know they're exclusively using veg tanning. Narrows it down quite a bit.

[@guillermorodriguez1992]

Briefcases look nice but none have outer compartments for easy access, no outer/trolley sleeve to attach to your luggage, and no stilts on bottom so your bag will get scuffed when you put it down. For $1,450, I expect more.

[@simonmandrakejones]

I really enjoyed that. Not sure I can justify that much on a bag, but appreciate the craft.

[@Stridewise]

That's exactly the reaction I wanted! I learned a ton, really interesting how much goes into the edges.

[@rafael-rossi]

Nice take on FK. I'd love to see your take on Harber London e Hardgraft bags.

[@Stridewise]

Damn, I just got back from London! Maybe next time

[@Player-125]

Nick, is that a denim jacket you are wearing? Waxed trucker or what? Brand?

[@Stridewise]

It's Huckberry's waxed trucker! With the wax worn away kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpDQeaOjprd4mM0

[@TeslaRules1856]

"The tannery he uses is a secrete" So not USA made leather ? Horween in Chicago produces some amazing leathers. I am wearing some heritage boots with their Chromexcel right now.

[@tommysmith7031]

Bags look great, I wouldn't spend that much though

[@Stridewise]

So long as you appreciate the craftsmanship I'm happy

[@davestevens4193]

So?

[@Stridewise]

sew buttons

[@teenoso4069]

beautiful bags, but once you overcome the name you can get bags MTO by hand for a 1/3rd

[@Enrico-]

Well sure. Stuff made in Europe already costs a third of the price. The value proposition of US Made bags (or clothing) can't be in the price.

[@LuisMoran-gs1to]

Second 🙌🏻

[@CoachTylerJohnston]

Good to know Obama has quality taste too! Not surprised to be honest.

[@sqwk2559]

Lol.

[@Americantilltexassecedes]

I thought Obama's bag is Mrs. Mike!!

[@styleandtheman4333]

First comment.

[@sqwk2559]

Now what? Clearly, you have no style and you’re definitely not a man !

[@Stridewise]

YOU WIN 🎆🎆🎆🎆🎆

[@stevenkelby2169]

Lots of people here hate Obama, but none can explain why 🙄

[@Stridewise]

Please don't encourage the conversation

[@Enrico-]

​@@Stridewise next time just put something like "US presidents" instead

[@american_psycho1147]

@@Enrico- You really don't get it, do you?

[@harrybrown7680]

There still seems to be people out there, who don't know what's going on with Obama😒🤢

[@terryharris1856]

You had nooo at Obama

[@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou]

Still salty that he's the most popular president since Clinton, eh?

[@noone3734]

I wouldn't want anything that's associated with that demonic wretch

[@jaredweiman2987]

I understand the sentiment, but I’ve never let stuff like that stop me from supporting hardworking American companies. He also breathes air. I have no plans to boycott the air that moves oxygen to my brain.

[@knightsgallop]

Obama’s Bag? Pass.

[@Stridewise]

yeah I messed up emphasizing that in the video, insta-alienated half the audience

[@knightsgallop]

@@Stridewise I appreciate the response. It’s no big deal. I was simply responding to the political angle.

[@sqwk2559]

Obama got one? Then I’m definitely not buying it. 🤡

[@terryharris1856]

Not into this Obama

[@bngr_bngr]

I wouldn’t buy something endorsed by Obama. Besides, the best bags are made in Florence, Italy.

[@Stridewise]

Funny, normally people who don't like Obama really prefer American made goods

[@Enrico-]

are you referring to la "Scuola del Cuoio" or to others?

[@gameonegreg]

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