{"product_id":"oddity-no-ii-repurposed-saddle-leather-crossbody","title":"Oddity No. II | Repurposed Saddle Leather Crossbody","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e The Workbench Oddities \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Spirit:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Two-Tone Anomaly \/ The Daily Companion\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Experimental Design\u003c\/strong\u003e Born directly from an experimental study at the workbench, the Oddity No. II stands as a truly singular creation. This repurposed equestrian crossbody perfectly balances a tough, adventurous spirit with a classic, everyday shape. What makes this piece so distinct is its striking two-tone character; when the primary antique saddle did not yield quite enough usable hide, a second vintage saddle in a beautifully contrasting hue was brought to the workbench. The result is a completely unique, harmonious blend of historic leathers—a striking piece of wearable history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Salvage \u0026amp; The Tactile Experience \u003c\/strong\u003eThe creation of this crossbody is a masterclass in material reclamation. Because we use original equestrian tack, the leather possesses a rich, burnished finish that only decades of true riding use can create. Every crease, mark, and scar across the contrasting hides serves as a physical testament to their past lives. This yields a deeply patinated, broken-in feel from the first day, alongside a rich, comforting scent that mass-produced leathers simply cannot offer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Architecture \u0026amp; The Modern Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e This piece translates heavy-duty equestrian tack into a refined daily companion. Measuring 25cm wide and 15cm high, the stout, dark leather flap secures cleanly over a solid brass stud. Lifting this flap reveals a single, spacious 6cm deep main compartment, featuring a carefully stitched interior slip pocket to keep smaller items effortlessly organised. Carried comfortably via an adjustable strap repurposed directly from vintage bridle reins, the Oddity No. II acts as a physical fortress for your modern provisions. Every seam is permanently locked in place by the traditional, hand-driven saddle stitch, backed by sixteen years of leatherwork experience, guaranteeing this legacy piece will never unravel on the road.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CARACODA EQUESTRIAN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56978278154571,"sku":null,"price":580.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1031\/0546\/2603\/files\/oddity-02-texture-detail.webp?v=1782757347","url":"https:\/\/www.caracodaequestrian.com\/products\/oddity-no-ii-repurposed-saddle-leather-crossbody","provider":"CARACODA EQUESTRIAN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}