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Meleto

Name: Meleto
Brand: Il Bisonte
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Backpack with adjustable padded shoulder straps and back. Leather handle. Front zippered pocket lined with cotton canvas. Double-slider zipper closure. Cotton canvas-lined interior includes one zipper

Backpack with adjustable padded shoulder straps and back. Leather handle. Front zippered pocket lined with cotton canvas. Double-slider zipper closure. Cotton canvas-lined interior includes one zippered pocket and one padded open pocket. 100% made in Italy, produced in the province of Florence by the master artisans of

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What to Consider

Materials & Construction

·Cotton — Breathable and comfortable. Standard cotton softens with wear but may shrink. Look for ringspun or combed cotton for smoother, more durable fabric.
·Leather — Quality leather develops character and a patina with age — it gets better, not worse. Can last decades with basic maintenance.
·Canvas — Heavy-duty woven fabric that resists tearing and abrasion. Waxed canvas adds water resistance and develops character with age.
·Made by Il Bisonte in Italy.

Longevity & Care

Brand at a Glance

Il Bisonte · Italy · Est. 1970

Founded by Wanny Di Filippo in Florence, Il Bisonte has been crafting leather goods using traditional vegetable tanning for over 50 years.

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Il Bisonte could strengthen its impact by formalizing supply chain transparency (full factory listings and farm tracing) and pursuing third-party sustainability certifications like GOTS or B Corp—though its 70+ year heritage and demonstrabl…

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·Cotton — Machine washable. Gets softer with every wash. Tumble dry low to minimize shrinkage.
·Leather — Condition every 3-6 months to prevent drying and cracking. Avoid prolonged water exposure. Store in a breathable bag, never plastic.
·⚠ Avoid "bonded leather" or "genuine leather" — these are the lowest grades. Bonded leather is essentially glued scraps that peel and flake within 1-2 years. Look for "full-grain" or "top-grain" for real longevity.

Sustainability

·Il Bisonte is recognized for sustainable practices across their product line.

Cost Per Use

·Cotton — Cotton is affordable but has a shorter lifespan than wool or linen. Organic and ringspun cotton cost slightly more but hold up noticeably longer.
·Leather — A well-made leather bag or boot can last 10-20 years, making the cost per year very low compared to replacing synthetic alternatives every 1-2 years.
·Il Bisonte is known for products that hold up over years of use — which typically means a lower cost per use than cheaper alternatives that need replacing.
·Priced around $600 (midpoint of $400+ for Furniture). At ~30 uses/month, this hits the $1-per-use "worth it" mark in 1.7 years — and falls to roughly 33¢ per use across a 5-year lifespan.