Hermès Birkin 30 Bleu Tempête Grizzly Doblis/Swift Permabrass Hardware

Hermès Birkin 30 Bleu Tempête Grizzly Doblis/Swift Permabrass Hardware

Grizzly is Hermès's designation for a dual-material Birkin construction pairing Veau Doblis (suede) on the body panels with smooth Swift leather on the handles, sangles, gussets, and structural trim. Bleu Tempête is a deep, desaturated teal with cool grey undertones. On Doblis, the napped surface absorbs light completely, producing a matte, velvety depth that smooth leathers cannot replicate. The Swift trim reads slightly brighter by comparison, creating a tonal contrast between body and structure that defines the Grizzly's visual signature. Interior is lined in Hermès herringbone toile canvas with Swift leather pockets, another Grizzly-specific detail that departs from the all-leather interior of standard Birkins.

Condition: 3 – Very Good
Stamp: X (2016)
Color: Bleu Tempête
Leather: Veau Doblis/Swift (Grizzly)
Hardware: Permabrass
Dimensions: 30 x 22 x 16 cm | 11.8" x 8.7" x 6.3"
Handle Drop: 10 cm | 3.9"

Collector's Insight: Grizzly Birkins were produced in limited seasonal runs and have not appeared in current production for several years. The construction requires two distinct leathers cut and assembled together, which increases production complexity and limits output. Doblis suede develops a natural patina over time as the nap settles and surface oils accumulate, meaning no two Grizzly Birkins age identically. Bleu Tempête was introduced in the modern stamp era and retired within a few seasons, making this a convergence of two discontinued variables in a single bag.

Resale Insight: Grizzly Birkins trade at a premium to standard leather Birkins in the same size and condition tier. The dual-material construction, limited production window, and distinctive aesthetic create a collector subset that actively seeks these out. Condition 3 on a suede piece is consistent with careful use over its lifetime. Bleu Tempête in Grizzly is among the less common color/material pairings from this production era.

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