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    5 Great Briefcase!
    I would definitely purchase from Maxwell Scott again. Bought 2 leather briefcases - the Basilio and the Paolo 2. Easy to use website, quick turnaround and delivery from UK to Melbourne. Very happy with the quality and presentation of the products. Will be a customer for life.
    5 Timely Delivery - Great Quality
    The briefcase arrived in 3 days from the date of order. The stitching, the leather and the overall quality of the product is outstanding.
    5 Excellent
    Aside from the great quality, I received my briefcase 2 days after placing my order and with the engraving. Very impressed.
    5 Exquisitely crafted
    Intelligently crafted and highly superb. An excellent and enriching product.
    5 Gorgeous
    Love this bag! Functionality with plenty of room for my laptop, iPad, notepads, etc.. Classic & timesless style. Discovered & purchased via Amazon.
    5 Great Product- Great Company
    I recently purchased this Bag. Love the quality, and a great job by the representatives in promptly responding to my queries...... Well Done Maxwell Scott
    5 Would give 5 stars
    Bought it as a gift for my boyfriend and he loves it. it was engraved and came right on time.
    5 no_summary
    I love this briefcase, it is perfect. I was a little scared owning such an expensive and beautiful item - it’s the best thing I own! I love it; the smell is still fresh and yummy. I saved for a year and admired it every way on the website, taking it in and out of the basket until I knew I had found the right one. It is classic and admired.
    5 no_summary
    I thought that I would just write to you to let you know that my order of a tan briefcase has arrived safely, and it is fabulous. As it was out of stock and had to be made quickly, I thought that I might have trouble either getting it before Christmas, or with the quality as you may not have had time to check it over. Not at all. I am thrilled with it and now can’t wait for my husband to open his present on Christmas day. Thank you so very much.
    5 no summary
    I am a lawyer from Missouri and would highly recommend this briefcase for any attorney. I received the Basilio (Chocolate Brown) as a gift from my wife and when it arrived it was truly love at first sight. The extraordinarily high quality of the leather of clearly evident by sight and smell. I have received numerous compliments already on the appearance and smell of this fine briefcase. This truly is the "lawyers briefcase" as professional style meets functionality, with plenty of space inside. 100% Satisfied Customer.
    5 I just received the briefcase and I’m very pleased with it.
    I just received the briefcase and I’m very pleased with it.
    5 Nice bag! Need a spare key for the lock!
    I bought this case in dark brown. I like it a lot. Keeps me from carrying too much stuff. I had another leather case , which lasted me about a year then the stitching came apart. However there is no comparison between this and others. I have some everyday papers in it, a notepad and often a sandwich. I wish there was a spare key! The key cutters do not cut a key so small. I need to have it locked a lot of the time because of some of the contents, however since there is no spare key I am reluctant to lock it in case if I misplace the key while its locked I could lose access to documents at a crucial time. Please let me know if there is anyway I can get a spare. Apart from the above, this is the best bag I have ever owned. I hope I will not need to replace it for many years. -Bakar
    5 Superb product!
    Beautifully finished briefcase with classic styling. Very high quality materials.
    5 no summary
    I was given this briefcase for Christmas. It is a joy to own and use.
    5 no_summary
    I was delighted with the presentation and the smell of the bag when I first opened the box with the paper still in it. My husband was over the moon with delight on seeing the bag and the colour was very much what he wanted. The quality of your responses and the promptness in delivering both the bag to my house on a particular day and the replying to my questions were above and beyond what I have ever experienced. I have already suggested, to a lot of my friends and his colleagues, your service and will be inundated with similar requests. Thanking you for all your help in making already a brilliant occasion into an exceptional one.
    5 no_summary
    This was a christmas gift for my husband. He was delighted with it. The quality of the leather is excellent.
    5 Outstanding product
    Absolutely fantastic bag. Great customer service. I will purchase more products from the business.
    5 The Quality is excellent. I also appreciated the prompt response to my ...
    The Quality is excellent. I also appreciated the prompt response to my queries. Overall, a good buy, and I shall certainly be making other purchases. Well Done Maxwell Scott
    5 Good Value
    The leather is impeccable, but note the sizing is tight for North America. Works, but results in a reduced capacity. The closure is sticky, and stuff can work but is a bit of a concern as far as being up for decades of use. However, on the whole, good value.
    5 Five Stars
    Best in the field! Highly recommended.

    The Basilio Large

    Large Lawyer Briefcase

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    OUR GIFT WRAPPING SERVICE
    Send Your Loved One An Unforgettable Gift
    For an extra £12, add our signature gift wrapping to your purchase.
    Luxurious Gift Packaging
    We’ll elevate your gifting experience by hand-wrapping your item in premium quality Maxwell-Scott branded tissue paper.
    Lovingly Presented
    Larger items come in a luxury keepsake box with grosgrain ribbon, while our smaller leather goods come wrapped in our bespoke, luxurious navy paper and ribbon. Our beautiful matte-finish gift wrap is made using FSC certified paper and 70% recycled materials.
    Personalised Gift Card
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    GIFTING FAQS
    Can I send my gift directly to the recipient’s address?

    Yes - there are no receipts to remove as we are now paperless, ensuring your gifting experience remains special. If you’ve chosen our gift-wrapping service, we can also personalise the notecard for you. Please enter your personal message in the box on the product page when selecting gift wrap as an option and we will hand write your message with care.

    N.B. Please note that if payment is made with an American Express Card, the delivery can only be made to the billing address for the card. This is required of us by American Express.

    Can my loved one exchange their gift for another colour or style?

    We’re sure they’ll love it, however just to offer you that peace of mind, we gladly accept exchanges and returns within 60 days of receipt of goods. This excludes personalised items that cannot be returned.

    How soon can my order be delivered?

    Standard Delivery (3-5 Working Days) is free or Next Working Day Delivery is available at a small cost for UK orders. For US orders, Standard Delivery is free or Express Delivery is available at a small cost. For AUS orders, there is only the option of Express Delivery, which is free. Kindly note that personalised gifts will take 24-48 hours longer to process and be delivered, even if the Next Working Day or Express Delivery is selected. Personalised orders will be sent on the selected delivery service once the personalisation has been applied to the product.

    More information on delivery & returns.

    How will my gift be presented?

    We pay attention to every detail, ensuring that all of our products are carefully wrapped and attentively presented as standard, with our Maxwell-Scott monogrammed tissue paper and emblem sticker. To add an extra special touch, we offer a gift wrapping service to professionally wrap your gifts with luxury, environmentally friendly materials. This additional service can be applied to your order for £12.00. Smaller goods will be showcased in a luxury presentation box wrapped in bespoke matte-finish navy paper, ribbon and gift card. Larger goods will be showcased in a luxury presentation box, finished with ribbon and a gift card. Our premium quality gift wrap is made using 70% recycled materials, FSC certified paper and is fully biodegradable and compostable.

    Learn more about our gift-wrapping service.

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    PERSONALISE YOUR ORDER
    Make It Uniquely Yours
    Customise your item to make it a one-of-a-kind gift or a reflection of your personal style. Our leather experts will add these details by hand, within 24-48 hours of your purchase.
    Heat-Pressed Embossing by Hand
    Your item may be personalised with up to 6 characters for a fee of £15. For a longer personalisation, please contact our customer care team for a quote.
    Please Note:
    Due to their unique nature, bespoke items cannot be returned. We are, however, happy for you to purchase an item and return it to us to be embossed at a later date.
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    Positioning

    The placement of the lettering is unique to each product, our professional in-house embossing team uses their skill and experience to determine the very best placement according to the product. You’ll be able to find an example of the lettering positioning within the imagery on each product page.

    Additionally, if you have any further questions regarding the positioning of the letters or how many letters will fit on a specific product please contact us via the Contact Us page.

    Pricing

    The price for embossing is a £15 flat fee for up to 6 characters. If you require specialised personalisation with more than 6 characters or complex positioning, we can arrange this as a bespoke option with additional costs incurred. Please contact us for a bespoke quote via email at [email protected] or call us on 0870 242 4684.

    Please note that our Croco leather cannot be embossed due to the textured finish of the leather.

    Ordering & Delivering

    Due to the bespoke nature of our premium in-house embossing process, please allow an additional 48h for personalised items, particularly during busy periods. Where possible, we will endeavour to send out your items within the first 24 hours. Please note that unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on items that have been personalised as they have been uniquely crafted to meet your specifications. If you’re unsure, we’re more than happy for you to purchase an item and return it to us to be embossed, once you are pleased with your purchase. If you have any other inquiries or require further information, please call our Customer Care team on 0870 242 4684.

    Corporate Inquiries

    Whether you’re looking for branded rewards, incentives or a refined gift for an important client, a bespoke corporate leather gift is a generous choice. Liaising with our Italian factory, we provide a 1-to-1 service to ensure that you can create the ideal gift that’s tailored to meet the unique needs and preferences of your business. We have the skills and expertise to provide unique corporate gifts, embossed with your company logo to create the right impression for your event. Further information is available by contacting our Corporate Sales Manager, Charlotte, with your proposition here: [email protected].

    Learn more about our in-house personalisation service.

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    About The Basilio Large
    • Robust lockable catch to ensure your documents are secure
    • Three internal main compartments to organise your daily essentials, including lever arch files
    • Traditional frame structure opens widely for easy access
    • Removable leather holders for smartphone, tablet and pens
    • Metal feet to protect the briefcase
    • Handmade from the best Italian vegetable-tanned leather
    • Dimensions (cm): W42 x H32.5 x D17
    • Weight: 2 kg
    Delivery & Returns FAQ
    • We offer a 60-day returns policy
    • Free standard UK delivery (3 - 5 Working Days)
    • Click link/s for delivery, tax and duties information to Europe, North America, Oceania and Asia
    • Personalised items will take 24-48 hours to be processed prior to dispatch
    Why Is Our Leather Unique?
    About Maxwell-Scott

    Becoming the most loved bag brand in the world.

    The story of our family-run business began in 2002 with a love for quality, long-lasting products. Our founder, William Forshaw, built Maxwell-Scott on the core pillars of superior durability and impeccable craftsmanship. Since that very day, we’ve made it our mission to bridge the gap between refined leather accessories and lifetime wear.

    Inspired by the timeless charm of Italian leather and the classic elegance of British design, we use only the finest full-grain, vegetable-tanned Vachetta leather to craft our products. Our method is simple: honour generations of leather craft and obsess over every last detail.

    Our industry-leading 25-year warranty combined with excellent customer service has earned Maxwell-Scott a worldwide reputation for superior durability and authentic quality. With our commitment to excellence extending beyond our product, every leather keepsake is quality-checked, hand-wrapped and delivered with care. You’ll find our dedicated customer care team is on hand to help with any assistance you may need, no matter how big or small.

    Attainable luxury, maintaining and exceeding the quality of materials and construction at a reasonable price.

    Learn more about Maxwell-Scott.

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    25–YEAR WARRANTY
    A PROMISE OF TIMELESS QUALITY
    Our 25 Year Warranty
    We measure our warranty in decades, not years. Our bags are crafted to the highest standards using the finest Italian materials.
    Exclusively Sourced Leathers
    Less than 1.5% of Italian tanneries are certified by the Genuine Italian Vegetable-Tanned Leather Consortium, that’s why only we can offer a 25-year warranty.
    Bespoke In-House Restoration
    We also offer an expert repair service at our atelier for any accidental damage, as we are truly committed to the longevity of our bags.
    Tailored Support For You
    You’ll always speak to a real person, not a chatbot or AI. Our experienced customer care team will pick up the phone and offer a personal service, for the lifetime of your bag.
    An Investment for Life
    We build heirlooms to last. After all, classic, sustainable fashion and timeless craftsmanship never goes out of style.

    Learn more about our industry-leading warranty.
    60 – DAY
    RISK FREE RETURNS
    You’ll never fully appreciate the quality of a Maxwell-Scott product until you’ve held one in your hands.

    We offer a full 60 day return period, so you can immerse yourself in the rich, Chestnut aroma of your unique, full-grain leather bag before deciding to keep it.

    Our Return Process Is Simple
    Fill out the form and send back your item, and we’ll process the return right away.

    Please Note:
    Due to their unique nature, personalised items cannot be returned.

    Need Help?
    Our experienced customer care team are happy to answer any questions or help with your return.

    Learn more about our returns policy.
    OUR SIGNATURE LEATHER
    Two decades have passed, and we are still committed to using our unique, unparalleled Vachetta leather that only one tannery possesses the precise formula to produce. Our prestigious leather is certified by the Genuine Italian Vegetable-Tanned Leather Consortium, a certificate of quality awarded to less than 1.5% of Italian tanneries. By showcasing their trademark and quality assurance, we honour the heritage of skilled artisans.
    Finest Full-Grain Vachetta Leather
    Often imitated but never matched, our high-quality full-grain Vachetta leather is unrivalled due to three essential components:
    1. HIDES - we source only European hides reared in perfect conditions, ensuring tough and durable leather with a quality finish.
    2. TANNING PROCESS - we use a natural centuries-old technique of vegetable-tanning which is both organic and sustainable.
    3. TANNERY - Our tannery is based in the heart of Tuscany, arguably the best region in the world. It has been awarded countless awards and delivers some of the 1.5% best leather in Italy. These factors combine to yield a premium, durable leather with exceptional visual appeal.
    A Unique Patina
    As time passes, a captivating patina will develop, subtly transforming its colour and aesthetic as it gracefully weathers the elements, a highly desirable characteristic of pure untreated leather, leaving a legacy of its journey. Unwanted marks and surface scratches can be effortlessly removed due to our slow process of drum-dying the leather all the way through, unlike faster methods of hand and surface dyeing. Our deep, earthy tanned leather is of unparalleled quality, allowing it to retain its natural strength, character, and properties without any alterations or corrections. In contrast, coated full-grain leather loses its appeal as it ages in as little as 12 months.
    Sustainably Tanned With Chestnut Trees
    We're committed to using a centuries-old technique that has remained unchanged for thousands of years. The process of vegetable tanning requires considerable time and patience, as our hides immerse themselves in drums for 60 days. We’ve always believed that the reward of sustainable, premium leather is worth the wait. With only 10-12% of the world's leather being vegetable-tanned due to quicker and cheaper methods of tanning becoming more prevalent, we are proud to honour the traditions and legacy of authentic leather craft passing the exceptional benefits onto our customers.
    Guardians of a Rich Legacy
    We honour an authentic approach to tanning leather, using Chestnut extracts to embrace a sustainable and organic method of dyeing, preserving a traditional practice that dates back thousands of years. The deep colour and natural scent of our signature leather are a testament to this ancient technique, enabling wearers to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.
    Crafted To Last a Lifetime
    The combination of these factors forms a dependable yet timeless work of art, which will accompany you for a lifetime. To demonstrate our confidence, we offer an industry-leading 25-year warranty.

    Learn more about our luxury leather.
    The Basilio Large

    Leather Lawyer Briefcase

    The Basilio large fine quality men’s lawyer leather briefcase is designed specifically for the discerning solicitor or lawyer. It combines a sleek design with distinct functionality, as the traditional frame structure opens widely to provide easy access to your files and documents. The exquisite craftsmanship is evident. Each Basilio Large is handmade in the heart of Italy by master craftsmen with decades of experience from the finest full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather - a leather renowned for its durability and beauty as it develops a stunning patina over the years. This is why we offer a 25-year warranty. Moreover, the leather-lined interior of this best leather luxury lawyers bag for men is split into three sections with two small slip pockets. There are also detachable utility slots for your phone, pens and other smaller accessories to provide easy organisation whether you are in the office or the courtroom. The spacious interior can even hold lever arch files. With a sturdy handle and a catch closure which can be locked for extra security, the Basilio Large men’s best quality leather lawyer briefcase is the perfect way to invest in your career.

    Why Is Our Leather Unique?
    At Maxwell Scott, we believe that the key to exuding luxury is to create quality. We achieve the finest quality through our impeccably-sourced leathers...
    best quality italian leather
    Our leathers are exclusively full-grain. A term used in the leather industry to define the strongest top layer of the hide, we craft with full grain leather to ensure that our bags and accessories offer the highest durability possible.
    handmade form the finest leather
    Our leathers are sourced from premium, handpicked tanneries in Western Europe, most predominantly from Tuscany, Italy - the epicentre of the leather industry. Maxwell Scott's founder, William, has spent years seeking out the finest leathers in the world from niche and exclusive tanneries to guarantee the highest quality.
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    We honour the traditional technique of vegetable-tanning to dye our leathers. The industry's most sustainable tanning method, natural tannin extracts are rubbed into the grain of the leather to produce a rich and authentic finish.
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    We believe in creating leather heirlooms with character. We therefore do not coat our leathers with any synthetic substances. They are stripped bare and exposed to life's elements to develop a unique and desirable patina on the surface of the leather over time.
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    Due to the first-class quality of our leathers, we offer a 25-year warranty on all our bags and accessories.

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