5 Great Briefcase! A Smith, Melbourne, Australia

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 T Clavey, West Perth, WA, Australia

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 A J, Florida, United States

Aside from the great quality, I received my briefcase 2 days after placing my order and with the engraving. Very impressed.

5 Exquisitely crafted D Danquah , Ghana

Intelligently crafted and highly superb. An excellent and enriching product.

5 Gorgeous M Petrucelli, New York, NY, United States

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 Davis, Tokyo, Japan

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 E A, Lagos, Nigeria

Bought it as a gift for my boyfriend and he loves it. it was engraved and came right on time.

5 no_summary R Flack, Co Tyrone, United Kingdom

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 C Bourqui, Bristol, United Kingdom

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 J Weyand, Missouri, United States

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. E Thomas, New York, United States

I just received the briefcase and I’m very pleased with it.

5 Nice bag! Need a spare key for the lock! A Bakar, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

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! G Johnson , Kent

Beautifully finished briefcase with classic styling. Very high quality materials.

5 no summary G Macdonald, Bristol, United Kingdom

I was given this briefcase for Christmas. It is a joy to own and use.

5 no_summary O Phelan, Dublin, United Kingdom

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 S Stovell, East Sussex, United Kingdom

This was a christmas gift for my husband. He was delighted with it. The quality of the leather is excellent.

5 Outstanding product C Wells, Cardiff, UK

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 ... W Smith, London, UK

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 B Rainer, Regina, Canada

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 S Stanian, Otario, Canada

Best in the field! Highly recommended.

The Basilio Large

Large Lawyer Briefcase

AUD 1,582.00

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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.

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For UK orders, Next Working Day Delivery is free or Timed Next Working Day Delivery is available at a small cost. For US orders, Standard Delivery 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.

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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 AUD23.00 . 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.

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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 full "no questions asked" 60 day returns policy
We use FedEx and UPS for all shipments within Australia
Shipping between 2-4 working days for Express. Alternative shipping options available

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.

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Our Signature Full-Grain Leather

Our signature full-grain leather is vegetable-tanned, providing a refined and sophisticated appearance that is renowned for its timeless finish, while ensuring exceptional durability. Over time, it develops a unique patina, enhancing its charm. Crafted to accompany you throughout your professional journey, we use only the finest Italian leather, certified and awarded the prestigious Italian Vegetable-tanned Leather Consortium Quality Trademark & Guarantee, a distinction given to less than 1.5% of Italian tanneries.

Exclusively Selected Heavy Duty Lining

The spacious interior is lined with raw leather, ensuring durability as you move from meeting to meeting. The high-quality construction promises lasting protection for your valuables, designed to withstand years of daily use. The natural beauty of raw leather provides a distinctive appearance while maintaining resilience and strength. Sourced sustainably, the dermis of vegetable-tanned cow leather is utilised to minimise waste.

Traditional Carry Handle

Designed with a classic comfort grip carry handle so you can effortlessly glide from the office to your next client meeting. Wrapped with our signature leather and double-stitched for unparalleled strength and reinforcement, the sturdy carry handle perfectly complements the classic design.

Removable Organisational Compartments

Complete with card slots as well as removable leather holders to keep you organised and prepared throughout your work day. Cleverly designed to fit your smartphone and pens, The Basilio allows you to easily access what you need quickly and efficiently.

Spacious Internal Sections

Inside this large classic briefcase you’ll find three main compartments with plenty of space for your daily professional files, including A4 documents and lever arch files. The traditional frame structure opens wide to ensure easy access, for effortless use when in important meetings.

Premium Italian-Made Lockable Catch

The Basilio briefcase is crafted to protect your professional belongings and essential documents with a durable, high-quality lockable catch. The premium antique brass finish adds a sophisticated touch to this classic design, combining both security and style. Favoured by lawyers, accountants, and other professionals handling sensitive documents, this briefcase is an excellent choice for those in need of reliable protection for their important files.

Quality 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, 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.

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