German Leather Briefcase IKA campsite it is a hook tool

it is a hook tool to stick into the bolt area and engage the bolt so it can be pulled out (this is the T shaped end)

Both of the pocket holes are vertical and could be easily fixed with mending tape

it would look nice on either

There is also some wear and fraying along the white collar and a few loose threads

usable condition with only minor wear

German Leather Briefcase IKA campsite it is a hook toolThis is a very standard German leather briefcase, typical of the 1930's 1940's. The pattern pressed into the leather is the norm for briefcases of that era. It has a common double front pocket layout with one main internal pocket. Briefcases of this style are frequently seen in photos with the pressed pattern leather making it very recognizable. The clasps are marked IKA. This one is in very good condition. It is likely from the 50's and was only