The story behind this Hermès Évelyne 16 Amazone
Designed in 1978 by Évelyne Bertrand, director of the manufacture's equestrian department, this bag was not initially intended for urban avenues. It was designed to carry riders' grooming equipment. The famous H-shaped perforated motif, which has become an essential stylistic signature, originally met a purely utilitarian need by allowing wet brushes and sponges to dry against the rider's body. Today, the Évelyne 16 Amazone, bearing the reference H069426CK FK, has freed itself from its equestrian roots to establish itself as the most compact and coveted format from the House of Hermès.
Material, construction and finish of this Évelyne 16 Amazone
This 16-centimetre besace is crafted entirely from Taurillon Clémence leather. This majestic material is renowned for its flat, generous grain and exceptional suppleness. The Gris Pantin colour is cool and sophisticated, revealing subtle bluish undertones depending on the light. The minimalist architecture of the piece features clean, meticulously polished edges. With no additional lining, the interior reveals the velvety underside of the original skin. The Amazone version features a wide, removable shoulder strap in woven wool that matches the leather. The ensemble is sublimated by palladium-plated metal hardware with a shiny polished finish, including the snap hooks and snap button on the back closure tab.
Why this Hermès piece
Obtaining a very small model size in an official boutique requires remarkable patience. This bag represents a distillation of saddlery expertise in ideal proportions for everyday cross-body wear. Its lightness and ergonomics make it an essential companion for carrying the bare essentials. The combination of the Taurillon Clémence fabric, resistant to the hazards of everyday life, and the timeless Gris Pantin colour gives this piece great versatility. In the premium second-hand market, examples this recent and complete display consistent desirability and excellent retention of value.
Delivered contents and condition
The rigour of its previous owner allows this piece to be offered in like-new condition. The leather retains all its natural swelling and original texture, with no visible marks. The corners, polished edges and curvature of the base are immaculate. The textile strap shows no deformation and the palladium-plated hardware retains its mirror-like shine. This bag comes with its complete so-called full set, including its large orange box, its main protective pouch, the small pouch dedicated to the shoulder strap, its care booklets and the original invoice dated April 2026.
Warranty and delivery
The Swiss Collector guarantees the authenticity of this piece. We accept returns within 10 days according to our conditions. As the leading second-hand retailer in Switzerland and with the largest network of boutiques, we offer online booking for an on-site fitting and collection or fully secure international shipping.
* Like new - piece new, never worn or in exceptional condition. No visible defects to the naked eye.
