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Shell Kit

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Shell Kit

Christin Fargo

Duluth, MN

Price

$160.00

About this piece

Thoughtfully designed and built to last, the Shell Kit is made for durability. The cotton web grab handle is reinforced, wrapping fully beneath the bag to support heavier loads. The bottom is double-layered with 18oz waxed canvas for added strength and longevity. All clips, rivets, snaps, and D-rings are crafted from solid brass, ensuring they won’t rust. It’s so good, you might want to order two! Shoulder straps are not included with purchases, but are available at a special price when purch...

About the artist

Christin Fargo started Frost River in Duluth in 2002 with a single sewing machine and a belief that gear should outlive the person carrying it. The company now employs 40 craftspeople in a century-old building overlooking Lake Superior. Every bag uses Martexin Original Wax canvas — milled in New Jersey since 1838 — and SB Foot Tannery leather from Red Wing, Minnesota. The lifetime guarantee isn't marketing; it's how they were raised.

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