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If it ever cracks, tears, or wears out from age instead of misuse, I'll repair or recondition it — free, for as long as you own it.
The Navigator is a slim leather cover sized for Field Notes notebooks (3.5" × 5.5"). The notebook slides in, the cover protects it. Optional pen loop on the side if you carry a pen. No extra pockets, no elastic bands, no bulk. Just your notebook in leather.
All full-grain — the top layer of the hide, not corrected or bonded scraps.
If you want to carry a passport alongside your Field Notes, the Quartermaster v4 does both in one piece.
Does it fit other notebook brands?
It’s sized for Field Notes (3.5" × 5.5"). Other notebooks at those dimensions will fit — most pocket notebooks are close.
Do I need the pen loop?
Only if you carry a pen. Without it the cover is slightly slimmer. Either version holds the notebook the same way.
Does the leather scratch?
Crazy Horse (Rusty) marks with use — most scratches rub out with your thumb. Badalassi Carlo (Tabacco), Ponte (Natural), and Koala (Black, Cigar) are smoother and mark less.
How do I care for it?
Keep it out of the wash. A small amount of leather conditioner once or twice a year. It’ll look better with age.
Who makes it and where?
I do, by hand, in my workshop in Kyiv, Ukraine. Every order ships with a handwritten note. We’ve shipped 7,000+ orders and earned 600+ five-star reviews.
Pick your leather and pen loop option. Add to cart. Ships within a few days, handmade and ready to carry.
Most edges get one coat of paint and call it done. Ours don’t.
I learned a polishing method from an old shoemaker I met in my grandma’s village. He walked me through it once, years ago. I lost touch with him not long after. It took me 5 years to build my own compound formula around what he taught me — that part’s mine, and it’s staying that way.
Now every edge gets seven hand-polished passes before it leaves my bench. No shortcuts. No paint sealing it shut. Just leather, polished the old way, until it holds a shine on its own.
Run your thumb along it. That’s the difference.
Hey, I’m Vitalii — the maker behind Pirate Goods. I’ve been hand-stitching every wallet, sheath, and organizer in my Kyiv workshop since 2020. If anything’s ever off with your order, message me directly — I answer every email myself.
Absolutely awesome. Have spent ages looking for a leather cover for my notebooks and after trying quite a few from various people over the years I can say this one from pirate goods is the best. Really well made, built to last and the quality of the leather is superb.
Hi Mark, I’m thrilled to hear you love the Navigator! Thanks for sharing such a fantastic picture. Hope you'll come back soon to find another perfect piece for your EDC. Cheers, Vitalii
If it stands up like this, believe it
This leather cover is very well made. Vitalii is a serious and capable artisan. 💪🏼
Notebook cover is perfect. Looks fantastic. Shipping was very quick, even coming from Ukraine. Thank you very much and I'll be back!
I'm really happy with my leather journal cover. Excellent quality leather, great craftsmanship, and it fits Field Notes perfectly. Fyi, it also pairs perfectly with the Travellers Company Brass Ball Point Pen. It took a little while to arrive, but was within the timeframe specified in the listing. I ordered mine on the 31st January and it arrived on the 26th February. I highly recommend.
Great craftsmanship ship, I love it.
Amazing piece as every item I have received from this maker.
Every bit as good as expected, with Vitalii's usual impeccable finishes and attention to detail ! Highly recommend 👌
The quality of the work is exceptional and the communication from the seller was top quality! Kept me posted throughout the whole process of making the item and throughout the shipping.
I highly recommend and will definitely be purchasing another item very soon.
Thanks again PirateGoods
Fly The Flag 🏴☠️
Fell in love with this the moment i saw it. Feels even better in my hands. Love the pirate symbol too. Feeling rogueish! 10/19 recommend!
Thanks a lot Jordan! I’m so glad to hear this cover went far beyond your expectations! Hope that’s not a last product I’ve made for you :)
Beautiful and well made. Quality is unmatched!
A beautiful notebook cover. I have it paired with my BID x Chaves EDC Fountain Pen, and it truly looks like they were made for each other.
Thanks so much Adam! I guess you need to pair it with a Venturer v2 wallet in the same color :)
Amazing quality and well made. Very well packaged and super fast tracked shipping
Nice leather and workmanship. Needed to order the notebook insert once it arrived which was a bit of a mystery coming from Ukraine. Overall superb product that’s going to serve me for years to come.
Thank you so much Michael! I’m glad it arrived without any issues. Hope you will back soon to grab a wallet or pocket organizer to complete a matching setup :)
Awesome leather field note case!
Thank you so much Tom! Hope not the last item I’ve made for you :)
Item quality is excellent. Exactly as described. Shipping was fast. Will definitely be purchasing more these items.
Amazing notebook cover! Perfectly crafted and shipped a lot faster than expected coming from overseas. Pen loop on the side is perfect for my standard size Tactile Turn bolt action pen. Couldn’t be happier!
Splendid craftsmanship. Wonderfully executed in every detail.
Exquisite Craftsmanship! Beautiful lines with smooth edges. The stitching is straight adding to the overall appeal of the leather. The look and finish is of the highest quality. Would recommend to anyone and would buy it again.
THank you David! Can't wait to see what you will chose next time, but don't forget to use your tokens with the next purchase ;)
As always, Vittali has created an amazing product! He is a fantastic leather worker and I highly recommend his products
Outstanding craftsmanship, gorgeous leather, excellent communication from the maker. What’s NOT to love?
Thanks a lot Matt! I think you should combine your journal cover with a wallet and a knife sheath in the same color ;)
Really nice and amazing quality thank you.
Vatalii always surpasses my expectations with all his items, and this was not exception
Beautiful craftmanship. I absolutely adore it.
Such nice quality and still holding up after a couple of months. Looking better with wear, would definitely recommend!!
Absolutely incredible craftsmanship! Will absolutely be doing business with again. Highly recommended!
Very well made, shipped fast, looks great! Can't recommend it enough.
