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The Essential Mini is compact without being small. The body is tall and structured — 15.2 cm wide, 26.3 cm high, 8.9 cm deep. Enough for a phone, a wallet, cards, keys, a passport, and a small notebook. Everything you actually need. Nothing you don't.
Smooth full grain leather in jet black. High-polish finish. The surface is clean and refined — it develops a subtle personal patina with wear, deepening in tone and softening in texture over time.
Three ways to carry: top handle for hand carry, adjustable cross-body strap for shoulder or cross-body wear. The strap detaches via silver carabiner clips — clean and fast.
Front: a large magnetic snap flap pocket for quick-access items, with a full-width zip pocket behind it. Top: main compartment access via full-width zip. Side: additional zip pocket. The bag organises itself.
Silver hardware throughout. Structured flat base. Polyester-cotton lining.
The Essential Mini. Everything in its place.
| Dimensions | L 15.2 × W 8.9 × H 26.3 cm · L 6.0 × W 3.5 × H 10.3 in |
| Weight | 0.5 kg 1.10 lbs |
| Capacity | Daily essentials · Passport · Phone · Keys · Cards · Ideal for travel and everyday carry |
| Compartments | 1 main top-zip compartment · 1 front magnetic snap flap pocket · 1 front zip pocket · 1 side zip pocket |
| Lining | 60% polyester · 40% cotton |
| Leather | 100% Ethiopian full grain leather · High-polish smooth finish · Handmade |
| Carry Options | Top handle · Shoulder strap · Cross-body · Detachable strap |
Conditioning
Apply a natural leather conditioner — beeswax-based or lanolin-based — every 3 to 6 months. Use a soft cloth, work in small circular motions, allow to absorb for 30 minutes, then buff lightly. The leather will darken slightly and return to its natural colour as it dries.
Cleaning
For surface dirt — a slightly damp cloth, no soap. For deeper marks — a small amount of saddle soap on a damp cloth, worked gently into the leather, wiped clean, then dried with a soft cloth.
Water
East African full grain leather is naturally water resistant. If the bag gets wet — wipe dry immediately and allow to air dry away from direct heat. Do not use a hair dryer or place near a radiator.
The Patina
The darkening, softening, and character development that appears over months of carry is not wear. It is the leather responding to your use. Condition it regularly and it will continue to develop for years. No two bags age identically. That is the point.
Storage
Store in the dust bag when not in use. Keep away from direct sunlight for extended periods. Do not compress under heavy objects.
Standard Shipping
Free standard shipping across North America on all orders. Orders processed within 1 to 2 business days. Standard delivery: 3 to 7 business days.
Express Delivery
Available at checkout at additional cost. Express delivery: 1 to 2 business days. Shipping charges calculated at checkout.
In-Store Pickup
Available at 277 Richmond Road, Westboro, Ottawa. Select in-store pickup at checkout. Ready within 24 hours of order.
Returns
Free returns within 30 days of delivery. Product must be unused and in original condition. Contact us to initiate a return.
Guarantee
1-year craftsmanship guarantee on all Barcon Getta products. Manufacturing defects covered in full. East African full grain leather sourced directly by Barcon Getta — designed in Ottawa — manufactured to exacting standards.