Soldier's Diary, pocket sized, these journals are a faithful recreation of an actual soldier's diary dated 1916, including the Old English lettering above the tongue. They're beautiful, altogether unique, and (we're bragging, I know) a triumph of old world bookbinding craftsmanship in the modern age.

Details: 5 1/8" by 4", 5/8" thick. 160 pages of Mohawk's Via Cream White Vellum 60#, chosen for both its writing surface and vintage feel. Sewn on two cloth "tapes", linen joints. Flat yellow endpapers printed on Mohawk's Via Ivory Vellum and an excellent match for period "clay coated" endsheets.  (These endsheets are available for purchase: inquire for details.) Pocket at rear for passes or paperwork, bound in morocco leather and tooled by hand.

Options:
With pencil loop or without. (Without pencil loop lowers price $10)
Colors: Black, dark brown, navy blue, maroon, red, forest green, emerald green, or saddle tan
Tooling: Can be left untooled (no "Soldier's Diary" and no charge), or a name can be tooled in place of "Soldier's Diary" ($10 extra).

Made by: These are made by hand in small batches of 3-5 in our shop, The Gilded Leaf in Maryville, Tennessee. (If you're ever in our area, make an appointment to visit - usually as easy as, "Hey, can I come over?) We specialize in restoration and fine binding, but have learned a lot of historical detail along the way and can guarantee that these books will pass inspection by the TTB (Time Travel Bureau).

Made to Order: We may have several on hand, but will usually need a week or two to get your project on the bench and completed. Let us know your needs.