The Elba Hobo
Nubuck cowhide tanned for two to three months. It slumps the right way.
Free shipping
over USD $100
30-day returns
hassle-free
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Made in small runs
fibre on the label
From customers
★★★★★“the smell when it arrived, proper leather, none of that chemical thing”
★★★★☆“carries a laptop, two folders and a water bottle. looks way more grown up than a backpack”
★★★★★“it looks exactly like the photos which i never trust until the box is open”
About this item
Specifications
- Material
- Vegetable-tanned, water-dyed nubuck cowhide — brushed matte finish
- Hide
- European and Hetao-plain cowhide, tanned 2–3 months
- Lining
- Cotton (lining colour varies by batch)
- Size
- 32 × 24 × 11 cm (12.6" × 9.4" × 4.3")
- Weight
- Approx. 600 g
- Strap
- Single strap, buckle-adjustable 21–47 cm (8.3–18.5 in); joined from two pieces of hide, reinforced inside
- Fits
- A 9.7" tablet
- Hardware
- Antique-finish zinc alloy
- Stitching
- German thread, hand-sealed edges
- Color
- Espresso · Black
Shipping & Returns
Shipping. We take 1–3 business days to prepare yours with care, then it ships worldwide (free over $100) and arrives about 2 weeks after you order. You'll receive a tracking link the moment it's on its way. Weekend and peak-season orders may take a little longer.
Returns. We accept returns within 30 days of delivery. If an item arrives damaged or incorrect, we'll make it right and cover return shipping. If you simply change your mind, we'll gladly issue a refund once the item is returned to us — in this case return shipping is the customer's responsibility. To start a return, email Care@wildfool.life.
Care
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Wipe clean
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Keep dry
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Condition the leather
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Away from heat
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Out of direct sun
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Store in dust bag
Read before you buyIs woven leather real leather?
Questions? Email Care@wildfool.life or read the FAQ →
Tanned for months, not hours.






Dropped in the long grass.








Late afternoon in the long grass, the strap still warm from your shoulder.
HOW IT COMPARES
Suede-look hobos, side by side
| WILDFOOL | Designer suede hobo | Faux-suede hobo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real cowhide, brushed nap | ✓ | ✓ | ✕ |
| Vegetable-tanned over months | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Polyester faux suede | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ |
| Fits a 9.7-inch tablet | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Under $150 | ✓ | ✕ | ✓ |
| Price | $108 | $400–1,500 | $30–50 |
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