Condition:
THE FIRST
The overall condition is good structurally though the exterior has visible wear to all sides including the stamped leather trim and handles. The side handles are worn but still fully attached with some cracking on each. The front leather strapping has broken off on the top but is still attached on the bottom though there is some leather rot. The canvas along the back hinge is well worn and starting to crack and the lining has several air bubbles formed throughout with minimal cracking. Each tray velveteen lining is well worn but still fully intact as are the lid and base with well worn corners.
THE SECOND
The overall condition is good structurally though the canvas exterior has visible wear to all sides including the stamped leather trim. The top handle is worn but still fully attached with minimal cracking. The hardware has darkened with use including two side clasps, and center clasp lock. The interior is clean with some minor discoloring due to age and use though there is some minor separation of the lining on the top tray corners.
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