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Hello everyone from Canada! I'm currently designing a new briefcase for myself and bumped into a slight problem. After watching the Hackney Briefcase Tutorial I had some questions with regards to the reinforcement methods. Traditionally I have done the same method of Peter. The steel bar is attached to the exterior leather by a rivet which gets sandwiched between a contra piece of leather before another piece is glued to the underside of the steel. I've always done it so the reinforcement flap closest to the handle is larger and the lower flap is smaller. Has anyone else done the same thing and noticed a difference or is it sort of style thing? I like how his method gives a gentle slope to the briefcase but was wondering if it had a specific reason. Bonus question is how come the flap isn't reinforced with a lengthwise strip of say box calf at the front? I've seen it done on handbags and have liked the results myself. Just wondering if it was because the leather was strong enough or it was a personal choice. Hope you understand my long winded question!

Hello everyone, Have you ever dealt with hidden neodymium magnets that: 1 - Broke inside a purse? 2 - Lost their strength over time? 3 - Damaged electronics, smartphones, or credit cards? High-end luxury brands like « H » seem to avoid using them, and Peter only used them once in a Metro pochette. Is there a reason for that? I'm considering using them in my upcoming design, but their brittleness is a concern. I've come across magnets coated in rubber or epoxy, and some encased in steel, but these options add unwanted bulk. If your were aiming at lifetime longevity for a high-end item, what solution would you go with? Thank you in advance !