Classic Canvas Messenger Bag

Each bag is sold by the same company (Rothco), but I purchased Military bag form a this Seller. Each is 100% cotton, made in India. Each is heavy duty, with nice sized shoulder straps. (Not those thin ones, that cut into your shoulder.) Adjustable, but the bucket ends up being in the back? That's if you place the bag on your right side, left shoulder. The buckets are heavy duty, not big and awkward or add to the bags weight. Each bag is the same size, with the same number of pockets. Two outer, for bottles or etc. Two under the flap, with a real cloth zippered compartment inside. (I was afraid it might of been plastic, as they do make changes from time to time.) When opening the grey bag, the silica gel packets were ripped. Now I was planning on vacuuming, just not today. This delayed me in looking over my bags, as it WENT EVERYWHERE! But I did notice right off, each bag was heavy duty and sewn well. The two straps in front, I'm assuming are from the days, when belts were sewn to the bags. This insured whatever was in them, stayed inside. With the invention of Velcro, someone never thought to remove them. Unless they serve another purpose, then I'm in the wrong. If I'm not, get rid of them. (For the time and material it takes, its no longer needed.) I had intended to use them, when going to a flea market, farmers market or when taking a trip. Not a fan of packing the kitchen sink, this could be used as more of a weekend bag. The grey, with something casual goes well together. While the Military bag offers this, camping weekend feel. Either way, both are identical inside and out. (Duh, but for the colors!) As for the side pockets, I removed the inside snap. This means, the pockets can no longer snap shut. But after reaching in an catching my pinky on that looped strap inside, that thing had to go! Plus it offers a cleaner feel, when putting things into them. The other change I made, I removed the outside straps. For silliness, it does remove a little weight. But if you're backpacking in the wood, you could hang something off them or clip something to them. So yea, keep them for that reason. Now not being a sleeping bag and campfire person, there was no reason for me to use them in that way. In truth, I removed it out of vanity. The company makes so many beautiful designs, its a shame those straps seem to take away form it. This is when I need to stop and admit, I'm a whovian. (That's someone who watches Dr. Who.) So when I spotted the military bag with the Tardis on it, I was truly tempted. Even more so, when I spotted the bag with the Dalek. In the end, this was the one I picked. For its a military bag and that star on it, tells me. Its been tested to withstand, whatever I will Put it though. I had also given some thought to use them (the grey mainly), when shopping. Not, milk and eggs shopping. Mall shopping, when its more window then buying. This way you can bring whatever you need and have lots of space, for things you never know you'll be buying. (This idea came to me, when I was out. A Veteran was resting, with a bag like this on his side. Inside, something he needed to live I'm guessing, from all the tubes coming out of it. But when he noticed me, there was no shame in his eyes. Yes, he has an illness. No, its not something he wanted you to see, fear or concern yourself with.) So my plans have changed slightly, but I'm not disappointed with my purchases. (The Veteran you see, had a slightly lighter bag. So for Flea market shopping, room for whatever catches my eye. For mall shopping, I'm going with something lighter.) For as I said, heavy duty and each offers a different feel. checking into a hotel, by the beach. Or roasting marshmallows over a campfire, it all depends on which bag I'm using.

As an "adult", I found myself last year feeling more and more embarrassed using the same backpack (Jansport, baby!) I wore in college around. I used the backpack sparringly, mind you, just whenever a larger bag than my fiancee's purse was needed. Like a trip to Disneyland, for example. I've also found myself wanting a larger bag when transporting my laptop. This is where Rothco's Classic Army Messenger Bag came in. I loved the look, size, and price of this bag. After using it extensively for several months, I can say without a doubt that it was an excellent purchase. The bag is incredibly sturdy, perfectly suited for a laptop, tablet, reader, and several files. The strap is also adjustable, with a ton of length to work with. Also worth noting is the width of the strap, which is sizable enough that you shouldn't have to worry about it digging into your shoulder, it's very comfortable. I guess the best thing I can say about this bag is that it suits me anywhere. I can take it on a trip to Disneyland, it can substitute as a sidebag for a camping trip, and it can be used professionally. It's just a GREAT bag, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone.

First, I want to say that my bag got here a week earlier than estimated. Only took four business days! Now about the bag itself: it's good. It's well made, durable, attractive, and it does its job well. It holds quite a bit without looking ridiculous. The strap is wide enough to be comfortable even when the bag is full. Still, there are some issues that I might need to resolve with a sewing kit. There is only one pocket with a zipper. I generally carry around a lot of odds and ends. And I tend to throw my bag around. If it ends up upside-down small things like change can fall out. This isn't a HUGE deal, but it annoys me. The main compartment is really big, but personally I would have preferred it to have been split in two. Maybe have one of them zip closed. But again, this isn't a flaw of the bag, it's just my preference. I see other reviewers complaining that the strap is too short. They must be crazy or don't know how to adjust it. The one I got was a little over four feet long fully extended. I'm 6' so it hangs around my thighs. One small issue is that the strap isn't removable. So if you want to put another one on, you'll have to cut the original off. But I have no intention of doing that since the strap is awesome. In the end this bag would be perfect for someone, which is why I'm giving it four stars. But the lack of compartments and zippers prevents it from being the perfect bag for me.

Great and durable

Great Company: A few years back, I was gifted a smaller cross-body bag, made by this same company (Rothco, and that first bag I had was their 'Canvas Military Tech Bag') I liked that bag and used it for years, the canvas was very durable and comfortable. My only complaint with that bag was that it was meant to be a smaller bag, great for day trips and whatnot, but I wanted something I could use more as a 'backpack/bookbag' to carry my laptops and notebooks to college or elsewhere. Because I liked the quality and style of that first bag, I specifically sought out the same company (Rothco) for this new bag. . Size/Pockets: It is big enough to fit my laptop and notebooks in, and even have some space left over. It has one main section with a small zippered pocket within the bag (good for cash or personal items). There are two pockets on the front, under the flap (good for phone/keys/wallet/headphones/pencils/other small items). The flap closes loosely with velcro over those two pockets, and then there are two long pockets on the sides (important for me, since I wanted a pocket where I could carry my water bottle/coffee thermos). Since it is 100% cotton, it is washable on delicate cycle then hang dry, and it can be folded up small when not in use (great if you live in a dorm with limited storage). . Durability/Aesthetics: The canvas is thick and durable, as the carrying strap, which is wide and thick enough that it doesn't hurt to carry even when heavy. I appreciate that it comes unmarked (no logos), a solid color (I ordered black). The style makes it neutral and versatile, could go with any clothing and appropriate to fit many situations/formality levels (could go with a t-shirt and flip flops to the beach, or could go to carry a laptop to office hours with a respected professor, or even job interviews). I do have some friends who like the canvas since you could customize it with fabric paint or markers or have patches sewn to it if you wanted to. . I have found it to be the perfect upgrade as a young man who does not want to carry a crummy backpack anymore without looking like a "man purse". I prefer it to many of the leather briefcases and satchels I saw on the market (this is bigger and able to carry more, it is more ethical than leather, and more budget-friendly)

I love canvas bags. I have like 10 of them. I saw this and liked the size. I like big messenger bags. This is a super thick canvas. Very strong and well made. You can put pins or patches on this to personalize it too. Nice long strap to fit for crossbody (I'm 5'10" and fat and it fits me with room to spare). I recommend

I was looking for a medium size canvas bag to carry a few work files and small materials. My previous bag (A Jack Bauer bag from the TV show 24, "Season 2" finally wore out). When I typed in "Jack Bauer bag", hoping to find the same bag I had, this bag appeared. This bag must be a newer bag in later seasons. Anyway, this bag is good, but a lot bigger than I thought so I will be using it for travel rather than a work bag. I wouldn't recommend this bag for a laptop unless you are very careful with the way you handle the bag off your shoulder. I think this bag will be a good "carry on" bag or if you have large files, stacks of papers, magazines and/or small books to carry to school or work, then it would be a good bag to buy for the price. It stays on your shoulder okay and has five small pockets: One small pocket on each end, two medium pockets under the flap side by side, and one very small zipper pocket inside. The velcro holds down the flap okay unless you have something very heavy inside, like a laptop or heavy books. It only has a shoulder strap and not a hand handle like my other one did. All and All, a good bag for the price.

Very solid bag. As other reviewers have mentioned, it is a bit bigger than it appears. It's normal size for a messenger bag, which doesn't come across well in the photographs. This, however, isn't a complaint. I made the purchase hoping those observations were correct and am quite pleased with the result. So far it seems very durable and functional. Stitching seems tight and doesn't appear to have any plans to come undone. Shoulder strap seems to have a death grip on the bag, so I doubt it'll be coming loose any time soon. Adjustment buckle works smoothly yet doesn't budge an inch when I'm carrying the bag. I purchased this bag, along with an insert, to use as a camera bag. It's given me no reason to feel anything less than confident in its ability to carry my photography gear safely. It's rugged, durable, and sturdy. And for the price I almost feel like I ripped someone off for this bag. My only concern is that the closure for the flap is Velcro. Velcro, as we all know, wears out with constant use. So, going in and out of my bag for lenses and whatnot will at some point render the closure ineffective. But, on one hand, I wonder "will that even matter?" The flap will still cover my gear, which is all that really matters. On the other I feel there's a possibility I'll be willing to spend a couple bucks to have the Velcro replaced because I like the bag that much. Of course, this is likely to be several years down the road. Other than that, I found a few slight, barely-noticeable, imperfections in the material itself. My point here isn't to nitpick the bag, though. My point is that for me to find anything else wrong, I HAVE to nitpick. The bag arrived as ordered, and on the second day of the delivery window, so I'm quite happy with the experience as a whole.

意外とたくさん入ります。ふたを閉めれば気になりません。

ロスコのド定番。キャンバスバッグ。手に取るとナヨっとしてますが、生地が分厚くてしっかりしています。 バッグのフタはマジックテープで閉じます。あんまり強くない把持力なのでサラッとフタがあいて便利です。この点はハードユーズには向かない。タフな現場にはちょっと向きませんが、生地が厚めなのでちょっとした作業くらいならこれでも十分です。 私は仕事柄、現場の点検に従事していますが今の所、ベストなバッグです。 バッグにはテスター、ドライバー、プライヤー。ペットボトル。a4 ファイルなど入れてますが容量は充分。 ベルトもそこら辺の安物みたいにすぐに動いたりしません。 兎に角、現場のチョイ作業には使い勝手がいいですね。

Very good bag. Comfortable, strong and carries quite a bit. This was definitely a good purchase.

Alles bestens.

I'd been looking for an all-purpose bag for work for quite some time. Had all the paralysis by analysis syndrome as I needed to pack notebooks, a Macbook, Sony tin headphones, an iPad, charger cables, pens, pencils, INIU power pack, a bottle of water, plus more. Mid paralysis I was sitting watching an episode of '24' and saw the bag Jack Bauer uses for his field kit. On a whim I searched and found that the bag he used was commercially available, and for under £40! Being an anorak I purchased one. PRODUCT: The bag is spacious and there is plenty of room for all the above just using the large central compartment, however, the two front and side pockets are reasonably large and the side pockets easily accommodate a litre bottle of water. The bag is secured by a large over-flap that is velcroed. An adjustable carry strap can be lengthed or shortened to the wearer's needs, and it is comfortable either worn with the strap across the chest or just hanging from the shoulder. When placed down the bag invariable sits squarely on the surface and doesn't flip over when fully loaded as above. The bag is made of solid canvas material and the straps are held to the bag with robust metal rectangular holdings. I've used it daily since purchase and am delighted with its practicability for my needs. This may be for you if you're after an inexpensive, practical bag. Even if you're not doing field ops for CTU!