Grams28 176 Essential Briefcase – Genuine Leather Professional Briefcase

The Grams28 176 Essential Briefcase is a sleek, professional, and functional briefcase, designed to accompany daily work with organization, style, and practicality.

Made from genuine Italian pebbled leather, it combines refined aesthetics with a compact yet spacious structure, ideal for carrying laptops, tablets, documents, and work accessories while maintaining a clean and professional profile.

Key Features

• Professional briefcase in genuine Italian leather
• Slim, elegant, and contemporary design
• Compatible with MacBook Pro up to 16"
• Separate compartments for laptop and tablet
• Quick-access external zip pocket
• Internal organizational pockets for work accessories
• Full opening with "flat" use capability
• Rear trolley sleeve for attaching to luggage
• 25mm padded shoulder strap included
• 6-liter capacity

Detailed Description

The Grams28 176 Essential Briefcase is designed for the professional who desires an essential, organized, and distinctive work bag. Its slim profile allows you to carry everything you need without the bulk of a classic, overly voluminous business bag.

The interior space is organized to accommodate a MacBook Pro up to 16", an iPad Pro, A4 documents, chargers, cables, and personal accessories. Separate compartments help protect and organize devices, while the external zip pocket allows quick access to frequently used items.

The main zipper opens completely along the sides, allowing the briefcase to be laid flat and used practically, almost like a work folio. The rear trolley sleeve also makes it suitable for travel, business trips, and off-site appointments.

Made from Italian pebbled bovine leather, tanned by Gruppo Mastrotto, it offers an elegant and professional presence, perfect from the office to the meeting room.

Why Buy It?

• For an elegant, slim, and professional work briefcase
• To carry laptops, tablets, and documents in an organized manner
• For the quality of genuine Italian leather
• For its essential design, suitable for business and travel contexts
• For its internal organization designed for daily use
• For the trolley sleeve, useful during trips and travel
• For those seeking a refined, practical, and understated bag

Technical Specifications

• Model: Grams28 176 Essential Briefcase
• Type: professional briefcase / briefbag
• Outer material: Italian pebbled bovine leather
• Tannery: Gruppo Mastrotto, Adria
• Tanning: environmentally certified
• Dimensions: 42 × 28 × 5 cm
• Weight: 1,700 g
• Capacity: 6 L
• Minimum shoulder strap length: 99 cm
• Maximum shoulder strap length: 149 cm
• Compatibility: MacBook Pro 16", iPad Pro, A4 documents, work accessories
• Pockets: separate compartments for laptop and tablet, external zip pocket, internal organizational pockets
• Available colors: Black, Dark Brown

Package Contents

• 1 Grams28 176 Essential Briefcase
• 1 padded 25mm shoulder strap

The grain, variations in texture, and any small marks on the surface are natural characteristics of genuine leather and make each product unique.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Product

How thin is it? Is it really more compact than other GRAMS28 briefcases?

Yes. The 176 Essential Briefcase has a depth of only 5 cm — half the size of its siblings, the 177 Dual Briefcase and 178 Journeyman Briefcase (both 10 cm). With a capacity of 6 liters and a weight of 1,700 g, it is the ideal choice for those who want a professional genuine leather briefcase without excessive bulk: perfect for those who carry a laptop, tablet, and documents but don't need space for clothing or extra items.

How is the interior organized?

The interior features separate compartments for laptops (MacBook Pro up to 16") and tablets (iPad Pro), internal organizational pockets for cables, chargers, and accessories, and an external zip pocket for frequently used items. The main zipper opens completely along the sides, allowing the briefcase to be used in "flat" mode on a desk or table.

What does "flat" opening mean?

The main zipper opens 180° along the sides of the briefcase, allowing it to be laid completely open and flat, like a folio. This makes it much easier to organize and find accessories inside, without having to rummage around. It is particularly useful at the airport, in hotels, or during meetings.

Which laptop is compatible?

The 176 Essential Briefcase is compatible with the MacBook Pro up to 16" and most similarly sized Windows laptops. It is also compatible with iPad Pro and other similarly sized tablets. Despite its depth of only 5 cm, the compartments are designed to protect devices during transit.

Can it be carried as a shoulder bag?

Yes. The 176 Essential Briefcase includes a 25mm padded shoulder strap, adjustable from 99 to 149 cm. The 25mm shoulder strap is thinner than the 38mm strap of its larger siblings, consistent with the essential profile of this briefcase. It is suitable for carrying on the shoulder or cross-body during daily commutes.

Does it attach to a trolley?

Yes. There is a pass-through on the back that allows the briefcase to be secured to the telescopic handle of a trolley, making it practical during business trips and travel.

What is the difference between this Essential Briefcase, the 177 Dual, and the 178 Journeyman?

The three GRAMS28 briefcases primarily differ in capacity and internal organization: the 176 Essential is the slimmest (5 cm, 6 L, 1.7 kg) — ideal for those who only carry a laptop, tablet, and documents with a minimalist profile. The 177 Dual has a dual separate compartment with a flat opening (10 cm, 12 L, 2.4 kg) — ideal for those who want to clearly separate tech and accessories. The 178 Journeyman is the most spacious (10 cm, 13.5 L, 2 kg) with a wide top opening and bottle space — ideal for those who carry everything they need for a full day. All three are made of Gruppo Mastrotto Italian bovine leather.

Is the leather genuine? What does a pebbled finish mean?

Yes. The 176 Essential Briefcase is made of Italian pebbled bovine leather, sourced from the Gruppo Mastrotto tannery. The pebbled finish gives the leather a grainy and slightly irregular texture, which is more scratch-resistant than smooth leather and has a structured, professional appearance. The tanning is environmentally certified.

How is it cared for and cleaned?

For routine cleaning, a soft, dry cloth is sufficient. To maintain the softness of the leather over time, it is advisable to periodically apply a neutral leather conditioner. Avoid prolonged exposure to heavy rain, direct sunlight, and excessive heat. In case of accidental wetting, blot gently and allow to air dry away from heat sources.

Is it suitable as a gift?

Yes, it is an elegant and high-quality gift for anyone who works daily with a laptop and appreciates genuine Italian leather accessories. The essential design and slim profile make it a popular choice for birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, and any special occasion.