Spikes & Sparrow Leather Laptop Rucksack – 15.6-inch – Fred – Black

Spikes & Sparrow Fred black leather laptop rucksack for men

The Spikes & Sparrow Fred in black is a leather laptop rucksack for men who want to combine a business-oriented layout with a relaxed, characterful look. The supple Apache leather gives the rucksack a softer silhouette than a traditional, stiff work bag. At the same time, the Fred features a padded laptop compartment for a laptop up to 15.6 inches and multiple pockets for work essentials and everyday items.

This black laptop rucksack is ideal for commuting, the office, studying, business meetings and travelling. The adjustable shoulder straps ensure a comfortable fit and distribute the weight across both shoulders. The fixed handle on the top makes it easy to pick up the bag. A rain cover is included for changeable weather.

Supple Apache leather with understated luxury

The Fred is made from thick, relatively light and soft Apache leather. Thanks to its supple texture, the rucksack drapes naturally and feels less formal than a stiff business bag. The leather is both sturdy and suitable for intensive daily use.

The bag is first fully assembled and then hand-coloured and waxed on the outside. This results in subtle variations in colour depth, sheen and texture. This artisanal finish makes every black Fred bag just that little bit different.

Dark metal details, sturdy zips, high-quality stitching and carefully finished edges give the rucksack a premium look without being too flashy. The subtle Spikes & Sparrow logo on the front pocket complements this understated design.

Suitable for a laptop up to 15.6 inches

Inside, the Spikes & Sparrow Fred features a padded laptop compartment for laptops up to 15.6 inches. The separate compartment helps keep your laptop separate and protected from the rest of the contents.

There is also a padded compartment on the inside for items you want to keep extra safe. Think, for example, of a tablet, documents or other fragile essentials.

As laptops with the same screen size can have different external dimensions, it’s a good idea to also compare the length, width and thickness of your laptop with the dimensions of the laptop compartment.

What fits in the Spikes & Sparrow Fred?

The Fred offers space for work gear and personal essentials. Among other things, you can carry:

• a laptop of up to 15.6 inches;
• a tablet or documents;
• a laptop charger and cables;
• a diary or notebook;
• a wallet and a smartphone;
• a water bottle or a compact umbrella;
• smaller accessories and care products.

The main compartment closes completely with a zip. Inside, alongside the padded compartments, you’ll find:

• two open slip pockets;
• two pen loops;
• a lanyard;
• Two bottle pockets.

The slip pockets are handy for your phone, card holder or cables. The pen loops keep your writing bits easy to find, and you can attach your bunch of keys to the key cord.

Front pocket with magnetic and zip fastenings

On the front of the Fred is a spacious compartment with a flap. The flap fastens with a magnet, whilst the compartment itself also has a zip. This double fastening helps to keep the contents safe and organised.

The front pocket is ideal for items you want to be able to grab quickly whilst on the move, such as your phone, earphones, tickets, charger or notebook. That way, you don’t have to keep opening the main compartment for smaller essentials.

Side bottle pocket and secure rear pocket

There is a separate bottle pocket on the side of the rucksack. This allows you to carry a water bottle or small umbrella upright and within easy reach. Inside, there are also two further bottle pockets to keep bottles or other elongated items separate from the rest of the contents.

The back pocket fastens with a zip and sits against your back when you’re carrying the rucksack. This is a practical place to store items such as your mobile phone, card holder, travel documents or other belongings that you want to keep safely close to you.

Comfortable on the go with adjustable shoulder straps

The Fred has adjustable shoulder straps, so you can carry the rucksack at your preferred height. By distributing the weight across both shoulders, this model is ideal for commuting and longer days of travel.

The bag comes with a rain cover. This provides extra protection when you’re out and about and get caught in a rain shower. Always allow damp leather to air-dry naturally and do not place the rucksack near a direct heat source.

Black Apache leather that develops character

With use, the Apache leather becomes increasingly supple. Small creases, subtle variations and signs of wear are part and parcel of the material and enhance its warm, vintage look.

As the exterior is hand-dyed and waxed, two bags may differ slightly in shade, sheen and colour distribution. This means that every Fred gradually develops its own unique character.

Key features

Brand: Spikes & Sparrow
Model: Fred
Colour: black
Material: Apache leather
Bag type: men’s leather laptop rucksack
Laptop compartment: padded, suitable for up to 15.6 inches
Extra-protected compartment: padded inner pocket
Carrying options: on the back or by the handle
Shoulder straps: adjustable
Main compartment: fastens with a zip
Interior: two slip pockets, two pen loops, key cord and two bottle pockets
Front pocket: flap with magnetic fastening and zip
Rear pocket: fastens with a zip
Side pocket: suitable for a water bottle or small umbrella
Included: rain cover
Finish: hand-dyed and waxed
Hardware: dark metal fittings

Frequently asked questions about the black Fred

What laptop size is the Spikes & Sparrow Fred suitable for?

The padded laptop compartment is suitable for a laptop of up to 15.6 inches. To be on the safe side, please also check the external dimensions of your laptop.

Is the Fred suitable for the daily commute?

Yes. The rucksack has space for a laptop, documents, a charger, a water bottle and personal items. The adjustable shoulder straps make it suitable for everyday use.

What inside pockets does the Fred have?

Inside, there is a padded laptop compartment, an extra padded compartment, two slip pockets, two pen loops, a key cord and two bottle pockets.

How does the front pocket fasten?

The front pocket has a zip fastening and is also covered by a flap with a magnetic fastening.

Does the rucksack have a separate compartment for a water bottle?

Yes. There is a bottle pocket on the side for a water bottle or a small umbrella. Inside, there are two further bottle pockets.

Does it come with a rain cover?

Yes. The Fred comes with a rain cover for extra protection in the event of a downpour.

Why does every black Fred look slightly different?

Once assembled, the rucksack is coloured and waxed by hand. This results in natural variations in colour, sheen and texture.

Does Apache leather become more supple with use?

Yes. The leather gradually becomes more supple and moulds itself more and more to the contents. Small signs of wear enhance its distinctive vintage look.