Vintage WWII-Era U.S. Mail Leather Postal Carrier / Messenger Bag – Heavy-Duty Leather – Bona Allen
Offered is a vintage, heavy-duty leather U.S. Mail postal carrier or messenger bag with an incredible, well-worn appearance and plenty of vintage character.
This large leather bag features a dark, heavily weathered patina, a substantial construction, and a center strap closure. Bags of this type were used for carrying mail, documents, and official correspondence, and heavy-duty leather postal bags were manufactured during the World War II era for government and military-related use.
Historical Note: Bona Allen Inc., based in Buford, Georgia, was a major American leather manufacturer and supplied leather goods for government and military use during the WWII era. The construction and style of this bag are consistent with vintage heavy-duty leather postal/messenger bags from this period; however, we are not claiming specific Bona Allen manufacture or military-issued provenance unless confirmed by markings.
Condition
This bag has a heavily aged and weathered appearance, with a beautiful dark patina that reflects its age and previous use.
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Leather shows areas of cracking and age-related wear — please see photos
- Missing the original arm/shoulder strap
- Center closure strap is present
- Significant surface wear and patina consistent with age and use
- Please carefully review all photos for the overall condition and details
Approximate Measurements
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Width: 22 inches
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Height: 15 inches
This is a substantial vintage leather bag with a great industrial, military, and postal-history look. It would make an excellent addition to a collection of WWII memorabilia, U.S. Postal Service history, vintage leather goods, Americana, or military-related collectibles.
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description and show the condition, wear, cracking, and missing strap.
A fascinating piece of vintage American history with an incredible aged appearance.
