There’s the kind of notebook cover you carry, and then there’s the kind you travel through life with. The LOCHBY Field Folio B5 was built for the latter — a waxed-canvas command center for writers, travelers, and field naturalists who need a little more breathing room for their ideas.
Tough and tactile, the waxed canvas exterior softens with time and tells its own story — a mix of coffee stains, ink ghosts, and miles logged. Inside, LOCHBY’s signature flat-lay layout gives you a clean, sturdy writing surface wherever you open it: a café table, a campsite, or a train window at dusk.
The B5 size offers more space for your thoughts, comfortably holding two large notebooks (Rhodia, Clairefontaine, or ProFolio B5 notebooks) alongside index cards, a tablet, and even a small writing kit. The horizontal pen loop keeps your favorite fountain pen secure without risking scratches on the clip. (Pilot Custom 823, Platinum Plaisir, or a Lamy 2000 — they all fit beautifully.)
Every pocket has purpose: utility sleeves for paper ephemera, business cards, or watercolor swatches; double bookmarks for quick navigation; and a weather-resistant zipper that keeps your paper safe from drizzle or desk disasters.
The Field Folio B5 isn’t just an organizer — it’s a daily ritual in canvas and brass, ready to gather the day’s ink, dust, and ideas.
At a glance:
- Rugged waxed-canvas shell that ages with grace
- Spacious B5 format for larger notebooks and devices
- Lays completely flat for smooth writing
- Horizontal pen loop for fountain pens (no clip rubbing)
- Secure brass-zip closure and interior pocket system
- Ideal for Hobonichi Cousin, Stalogy B5, Rhodia Goalbook, Apica CD B5
What users love
Spacious and versatile. Fits larger planners, iPads, or multiple notebooks; beware: if you switch from an A5 you might never look back.
Build quality. Waxed canvas, tight stitching, and smooth zipper earn repeated admiration. Described as “military-grade craftsmanship for stationery people.”
Flat-lay writing. Perfect for fountain-pen users; the folio stays open and steady while writing.
Organization. Pockets feel “purpose-built”; perfect for EDC setups.
Patina appeal. Many people mention how the canvas ages beautifully, taking on a vintage look within weeks.
Minor critiques:
- Some note it’s heavier than expected when fully loaded.
- The pen loop is snug for oversized pens (e.g. Montblanc 149).
- A few wish for a shoulder-strap attachment or external handle.
Common use cases: journaling setups, travel notebooks, meeting portfolios, planner carry-alls, or an analog alternative to a tablet sleeve.
Specifications
Dimensions: 8” x 11.6” x 1” (20cm x 29cm x 2.5cm) (B5)
Weight: 18oz (510g)
