Universal Masonic Apron Case – Black Imitation Leather Flap Over Metal Lock

Description

Universal Masonic Apron Case – Black Imitation Leather Flap Over Metal Lock

Universal Masonic Apron Case is built on a slimline profile that solves a specific transport problem: carrying a flat apron and Lodge documents together in a single case without the bulk of a structured briefcase or the lack of protection of a fabric bag. At 17 by 15 by quarter-inch dimensions, the case holds a 14 by 16 inch apron body flat within its interior without requiring the apron to fold across its face, which is the critical requirement for any transport case carrying embroidered or bullion thread aprons where a face fold would crease the embroidery ground.

Black imitation leather covers the exterior shell across the full case body, front, back, and edges. Imitation leather at this construction grade carries a surface finish that resists scuffing and moisture contact during transit without the maintenance requirements of genuine leather. The fully stitched edges run the complete case perimeter, reinforcing the join between the front and back panels at every edge rather than relying on adhesive bonding at the corners where transit stress concentrates during repeated lifting and setting down.

The flap-over top closure swings open on a stitched hinge at the rear edge, allowing full-width access to the case interior across the complete 17-inch opening. A quality metal lock secures the flap at the front center, holding the closure sealed during transit without the flap lifting under the weight of the interior contents. The lock mechanism is visible on the front face with a small key attached by a cord, the standard security format for this closure type. That key-operated lock provides a level of closure security that zip-only cases do not offer, relevant when the case contains Lodge documents alongside the apron.

The interior carries an inside pocket and strap system. The strap holds the apron in position against one interior face during transit, preventing the apron from sliding and folding against the interior walls when the case is carried at an angle. The inside pocket accommodates gloves, small accessories, or documents alongside the apron without loose items moving freely against the apron face during transport.

A solid hand strap is mounted at the top of the case for carrying, constructed to handle the combined weight of a full apron and document load without flex at the strap mounting points. The handle sits centered above the case body, balancing the load correctly for single-hand carrying over Lodge meeting distances.

Compatible aprons include Craft Master Mason, Worshipful Master, Provincial Undress, Royal Arch Companion, Principal and Provincial, Royal Ark Mariner Member, WCN/PCN, Grand Officer, Mark MM, Mark Worshipful Master, and Mark Provincial grades at 14 by 16 inch size.

The fully stitched edge seam holds its thread integrity through repeated opening and closing cycles without separation at the corner joins where the front and back panels meet.

Product Features

Slimline 17 x 15 Inch Flap-Over Profile

The quarter-inch depth profile carries a 14 by 16 inch apron body flat within the interior without requiring a face fold, protecting embroidery and bullion thread surfaces during transit.

Black Imitation Leather Shell with Fully Stitched Edges

Imitation leather covers the complete exterior with stitched edge reinforcement running the full case perimeter, providing structural integrity at all corner joins without reliance on adhesive bonding.

Quality Metal Lock with Key Security

A key-operated metal lock secures the flap-over closure at the front center, holding the case sealed during transit with a security level that zip-only cases do not provide.

Interior Strap and Pocket System

An internal strap holds the apron flat against the interior face during transit, while the pocket keeps gloves, accessories, and documents contained without loose movement against the apron surface.

Solid Hand Strap for Single-Hand Carrying

The top-mounted hand strap is centered above the case body for balanced single-hand carrying, constructed to handle the combined weight of an apron and documents without flex at the mounting points.

Wide Apron Grade Compatibility

The case accommodates twelve apron grades across Craft, Royal Arch, Royal Ark Mariner, and Mark degree categories at 14 by 16 inch size within a single universal carrying solution.

Specifications

• Material: Black imitation leather exterior
• Case Size: 17 x 15 x ¼ inches
• Closure: Flap-over with quality metal lock and key
• Interior: Inside pocket and strap system
• Handle: Solid hand strap
• Compatible Apron Size: 14 x 16 inches
• Compatible Grades:

Craft Master Mason

Craft Worshipful Master

Craft Provincial Undress

Royal Arch Companion

Royal Arch Principal

Royal Arch Provincial

Royal Ark Mariner Member

Royal Ark Mariner WCN/PCN

Royal Ark Mariner Grand Officer

Mark MM

Mark Worshipful Master

Mark Provincial Undress

FAQ

Q: Why is the slimline quarter-inch depth important for this apron case?

A: The shallow profile allows a 14 by 16 inch apron body to sit flat within the interior without requiring a fold across the apron face. Folding an embroidered or bullion thread apron across its face risks creasing the embroidery ground or compressing the thread surface between Lodge sessions.

Q: How does the metal lock differ from a standard zipper closure on a carrying case?

A: The key-operated metal lock holds the flap-over closure sealed at the front center independent of any zipper mechanism, providing a security level relevant when the case carries Lodge documents alongside the apron during transit.

Q: What does the interior strap system do during transit?

A: The strap holds the apron flat against the interior face of the case during carrying, preventing the apron from sliding and folding against the interior walls when the case is tilted or carried at an angle between the Lodge room and the car.

Q: Which apron grades are compatible with this case?

A: The case fits twelve grades at 14 by 16 inches across Craft, Royal Arch, Royal Ark Mariner, and Mark degree categories, covering Master Mason, Worshipful Master, Provincial, Companion, Principal, Member, WCN/PCN, Grand Officer, and Mark apron grades.

Q: Is this case suitable for carrying Lodge documents alongside an apron?

A: Yes, the inside pocket accommodates documents, gloves, and small accessories alongside the apron, and the key-operated metal lock provides the closure security appropriate for cases carrying Lodge materials during transit.