Traveler's Notebook "030" brass clip airplane

A solid brass clip shaped like an aeroplane, crafted in Tokyo's old town – developed specifically for the Traveler's Notebook. Size, spring tension and design are precisely calibrated to the leather binding and interior notebooks. Solid brass develops a warm, individually characterised patina over time, making each clip unique.

Features

• Calibrated spring tension: Holds the Traveler's Notebook securely open without damaging the binding – the clamping force is specifically engineered for the leather and notebook thickness.
• Solid brass: No light alloy, no plastic core – the noticeable weight in hand signals material quality. The surface bears a warm gold tone from the start, which deepens into a living patina with use and handling.
• Aeroplane silhouette: The shape is instantly recognisable – a small detail that characterises the Traveler's Notebook as a travel companion.
• Hole on the reverse: Allows the notebook to be hung – on a nail or hook, for instance – so it stays open and visible.
• Made in Tokyo's old town: Handcrafted in a traditional neighbourhood known for fine metalwork.

Use & Tips

• On the leather binding: Slide the clip over the binding to hold the notebook open at a particular page – practical for drawing or sketching on the move when one hand needs to hold the pad.
• On the inner notebook: Attach directly to an individual notebook to quickly return to the current page – no flipping through, no bookmark needed.
• As a wall mount: The hole on the reverse allows you to hang the open notebook – ideal as a visible weekly plan, sketchpad or inspiration board.
• Patina development: Those who handle and carry the clip regularly will accelerate patination. Those who wish to preserve the bare brass surface longer can occasionally polish it with a soft cloth.

For Traveler's Notebook Enthusiasts

The clip is part of the Traveler's Company "030" accessory series – objects that are not merely functional but treat the notebook as a physical artefact. Brass as a material is a deliberate choice in this context: it does not patina uniformly, but individually records traces of use. A clip used daily looks different after a year than one rarely brought out – the brass tells your own story of use.

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