Leather Messenger Bag for Men, 18 Inch Laptop Crossbody, Handmade Leather Shoulder Satchel Bag for Men, Full Grain Business Briefcase for Office/Work/Travel - Vintage Brown

I purchased this bag(18 inch version) 4 months back, I waited to give my review so that the newness could wear off and I could make sure it held up. All you need to know if you are considering this bag, is buy it, you will not be disappointed! The craftsmanship on this bag is second to none, in 4 months I have had zero, I mean zero issues with anything, I still get compliments on it. It still looks almost new 4 months later, no seams pulling apart, none of the hardware coming loose. This bag looks like a much more expensive bag. If I saw this bag in a store for $250, I wouldn't think it was over priced, I probably wouldn't spend that much on a bag, but I wouldn't think it was over priced. At $69.99, this bag is a steal and would make a fantastic gift. There is plenty of space in the bag, pouches, pockets, zippers and the lining is a very heavy canvas, if you had to change one thing, I would change the canvas to something a little easier on the knuckles. If your not careful it could be uncomfortable reaching in if you scrape your hand across it, it's really not that big of a deal as long as you know about and I'm not so sure if it were made of something softer, it would hold up as good as it has, and I would side for durability over comfort. I have carried my 15.3" Dell laptop, tablet, papers, flashdrives, Bluetooth mouse, large headphones all at the same time without issue. Plenty of room for whatever and every time I sit it down it stands upright instead of falling over to one side like my previous canvas bag did. I love this bag and would recommend it to anyone!

This bag is so great and my husband loves it. He gets so many compliments on it from coworkers. It has such a nice vintage look to it!! It does need to be broken in like any other leather bag. The size is decent enough for his laptop and notebooks. The compartments are great for travel size items. He's had it for at least a year or so and still is going strong.

Received the case today. order was on time, but delivered in a high humidity environment. That was a concern from reading other customer feedback. The case was wrapped in plastic, and my biggest fear was the TERRIBLE smell THAT MANY REVIEWS WARNED ABOUT.. After checking and getting others to confirm it, THERE WAS NO ODOR other than that of a pleasant high quality leather. My animal was obviously picky about cleanliness prior to taking on its new job of carrying my laptop. AND there were no predatory animals scratching at my front door to go in for the kill.....no vultures circled searching for a dead animal. I moved on to my next concern: Space. This does fit my large laptop AND room to spare to fit the side monitor I just purchased. This is just right! Concern number 3, stitching and craftmanship for the price. Everything was completed, stitched securely,, and opened and closed without a problem, zippers inside and out, total of three, were easy to use; pockets expanded as expected and were a bit stiff, but with any good leather bag, give it some time to break in like your favorite baseball glove. The hardware looked good, and added to the vintage look.Received the case today. order was on time, but delivered in a high humidity environment. That was a concern from reading other customer feedback. The case was wrapped in plastic, and my biggest fear was the TERRIBLE smell THAT MANY REVIEWS WARNED ABOUT.. After checking and getting others to confirm it, THERE WAS NO ODOR other than that of a pleasant high quality leather. My animal was obviously picky about cleanliness prior to taking on its new job of carrying my laptop. AND there were no predatory animals scratching at my front door to go in for the kill.....no vultures circled searching for a dead animal. I moved on to my next concern: Space. This does fit my large laptop AND room to spare to fit the side monitor I just purchased. This is just right! Concern number 3, stitching and craftmanship for the price. Everything was completed, stitched securely,, and opened and closed without a problem, zippers inside and out, total of three, were easy to use; pockets expanded as expected and were a bit stiff, but with any good leather bag, give it some time to break in like your favorite baseball glove. The hardware looked good, and added to the vintage look.Doing my best to give an honest review, I am concerned about the hardware on the strap connection "D" Ring. It seems sturdy enough but I am doubling up with a brass ring just in case. The buckles are easier to use. I can only use one hand, and had no problem opening o buckle or closing it. Just takes a bit more time. I'll cover the results in a follow-up review. The pictures showing a full bag are not misleading, it should hold all of it as shown without straining. There are small pockets on the sides, that are allegedly for small umbrellas, well I doubt that will work small hand sanitizer bottles, maybe or a great place to keep spare masks

Great looking bag, and lots of compliments. It's made from real goat leather. Saw a few reviews knocking the smell, but it smells like leather..and I happen to like how real leather smells. It definitely reminds me of the pleasant fragrance of tobacco leaf or a good scotch.As soon as you get this bag, I definitely recommend stuffing kitchen towels in every pocket (to inflate the bag) and applying your favorite leather conditioner to it. I do worry a bit about some of the creases in the leather that bend often (i.e. the bottom corners of the bag and sides of the pockets), but the leather appears to be of pretty good quality and should be ok with proper care. There are some discolorations on the leather, but I like them because you know that you have real deal leather from an animal (in this case, goat hide)...not some synthetic manufactured material.The bag has plenty of storage space and pockets. The interior is made of a rugged and stiff green linen that will probably soften the more it is used.Now for the bad: there were probably 3-4 spots where some of the string used to bind the bag together were frayed. I did use scissors to trim them up a bit. While conditioning, definitely noticed a fair amount of residual glue/adhesive around the bag; I ended up peeling it off, so again, no biggie. The metal for the buckles and clips for the shoulder strap seem pretty "light", so I do worry about their longevity to holding up to daily abuse. Honestly, I think a little more effort on quality assurance or attention to detail could bring my review to 5 stars.The great thing about good leather though is that it holds up well if treated properly, so things like the metal fastenings and thread can probably be repaired later down the line...and this bag seems like it could last a few lifetimes.Lastly, I certainly did appreciate the "thank you" note and the hand made notebook from the seller. I would certainly buy this again and am grateful for this bag. The price point is outstanding, and I have definitely received a ton of compliments for how good this bag looks. One person commented that it looks like something Indiana Jones would tote around... I take it as praise.All in all, it's great to have the confidence of knowing something is built to last. A luxury item should be something that has the potential to be an antiquity due to it's superior material and craftsmanship. For the price, I think this bag certainly fits the bill.

This was bought as a gift, but I'm strongly considering buying one for myself. Overall, this is a very nice bag - real leather and the hardware seem very solid. How durable it will be remains to be seen, but the leather is thick and heavy.Speaking of the leather, be advised that this leather has an odor to it. It is not unpleasant, and those who do woodworking will quickly recognize it as Linseed oil. It is used to used to soften leather, though it stiffen as it dries.I recommend buying and treating the bag with a good conditioner/protectant before use. I do not see this as a drawback.Things to about this bag - everything is held closed with buckles, not snaps or magnets. This might cause some minor inconvenience if you are accustomed to an easier open-closed experience, but for me, it lends itself to the ruggedness of the bag.Here are the negatives as I see them:The interior is nicely lined but it is not padded, so I suggest a nice sleeve for important delicate electronics, such as laptops or tablets.Lastly, if you're accustomed to having a pocket for your water bottle, this bag does not have one.All that said, if you are searching for a super solid, old school, well-crafted messenger bag, this definitely fits the bill. The stitching appears to be solid and heavy duty. The grain of the leather is very nice and is probably unique to each bag, as it is made of hide, not plastic or vinyl.Overall I highly recommend this back with the minor caveats mentioned above.

Great bag, especially for the price! Great value, and did not look quite as weathered as pictures but great quality leather that will certainly age very well and get better with age. Only thing I would change is to have some holes to shorten where the bag hangs but not bad at all. I have paid 2x more for bags that were not as nice or as good of quality. This bag is a no brainer. I travel with 2 laptops, one is a 16" and one is a 18". I fit these both plus a very thick folder for notes (probably 3-4" thick) and still plenty of room for other items such as chargers, pens, etc.... I would be shocked if you find another bag as good as this one in this price range for sure!

EDIT 2: Another couple of weeks, and now the zipper on the back panel has broken. I've rarely used this; even so, the insert pin has stripped away, so now the teeth won't align. The slider will move, but the zipper doesn't zip.EDIT: After few additional weeks of use, the bag has more issues with the handles. While I was able to fix the shoulder strap connection (see pic...$10 at hardware store), the handle is on the verge of failing - see tear in picture. As a result, I'm lowering the rating to 1 star. I still like the look of this satchel, but the handle/strap issues are wholly unacceptable. While not expensive at $70 (compare to "similar" items at over $200), these problems will make the bag useless far too soon for any price.I ordered this item as a replacement for a computer backpack that had outlived it's usefulness. I was looking for something with a more professional presentation, and always liked the look of a leather satchel. This bag fit my main criteria.... large enough for a 17" laptop with plenty of space and pockets for all the paraphernalia of a modern traveler - phone, tablet, notepad, and lots of power cords. The bag has a good design, a nice look and is the right size. The bag was also a good price - about $70 when I bought it.Here are my Pros and Cons.Pros.1) Size. Perfect for 15" or 17" laptops. Plenty of space for accessories.2) Pockets... 4 exterior pockets. Side pockets are perfect for a mouse or small glasses cases. Front pockets good for passport, wallet, earbuds, etc. I also carry my entry badge for office, some business cards, and small pouch of tissues.3) Look. The overall look is classic, with nice stitching and buckles galore. The bag I received was a lighter color than the picture - more light tan than brown - but I fixed this with some brown scuff repair, which the leather absorbed well.Cons1) The designs of the carrying handle and shoulder strap are insufficient for a bag this size. The clips that are fastened to the bag are very sturdy, using rivets, but the handle and strap components are weak. One clip on the shoulder strap broke after only a few weeks of use. See attached picture. I have not yet contacted the manufacturer to see about replacement (in part because getting a new one with the same design flaw seems pointless) Without the shoulder strap, I'm concerned about the single-strapped connector on the front having to carry too much weight... will eventually see, I suppose.2) Shoulder strap connection to the bag is placed in such a way that the strap significantly compresses the top of the bag. The top flap of the bag is 2-2.5" wider than the inward curving sides of the bag. This design causes creases on both edges of the top flap, and one in the middle just below the handle. The two-piece shoulder strap buckles right in the middle which can put the buckle right on your shoulder when carrying. A better design would have the buckle far to one side eliminating this issue.3) The handle design is not sturdy enough for the bag. I don't overload the bag, but with computer, headphones, and accessories, the thin strap on the handle stretches precariously. [EDIT: the leather is now tearing at the connection to the bag. See picture. The looseness of the handle, combined with the thin leather, and small diameter connector have allowed the handle to pull awkwardly, creating this tear. I expect it will tear completely through within a few more days.] The stitches on the handle also use thread, rather than leather, so these stitches are coming undone. The rectangular metal clips easily turn between the bag and handle, since both loops are very loose around the clip. This rotation adds stress on the leather.4) Computer pouch. The bag has well padded inner partitions. These padded partitions sandwich the wide (~4") center section in the bag (which does not have padding on the bottom). The narrow sleeves, one on either side of the center partition, have padding on only the one side. This means that one side of the computer is not protected very well.Despite the issues I've described, I really like this bag. I just can't give it better than three stars. I expect I'll be able to find fixes for the strap and handle so that I can keep using the bag.

Bought this bag over 3 years ago to use as a travel bag on a 1 month trip out of the country, and I still use it to this very day!It’s been used to carry documents for work, study material for classes, games when meeting friends. There are times I've practically lived out of this bag with all the trips it’s been on. All the pockets make carrying any arrangement of objects easy! The internal compartments make it easy to hide your valuables or a tracker where they can’t be easily stolen, and the specialized pockets make it easy to stay organized no matter what you’re carrying!On top of looking good, the handle and strap combination makes holding the bag really easy and versatile! During long stretches of use, you can easily swap the shoulders with the strap or shift to you hand with the handle, and all modes feel sturdy and comfortable to use! When traveling, the strap can be wrapped around the extendable handle of your luggage to attach it to the top so it can be wheeled around, or the strap can be wrapped around your arm/leg/chair to make it harder for someone to run off with your bag! The bag has always felt secure in my grip, and made me feel like my belongings were safe by my side.Ever since using it as my primary bag, I’ve gotten compliments from people who see it which alone would be nice, but the fact that it is also highly functional on top of that has solidified it as one of my favorite purchases ever! It’s not just a bag, but an integral part of my life and routine,I couldn’t recommend it more!

Cartera amplia, olor a cuero y muy bonita. Le gustó mucho

I am so happy with this messenger bag. I researched several before deciding on this one. Let me break it down for you:1. The bag is huge! There are so many pockets and compartments, I'm not even sure I'll use them all. There are 2 zipper compartments on the outside of the bag (one at the front under the flap, and another at the back.) There are also many pockets inside and out - pockets on the front and sides - more small pockets inside, and three large inner compartments to hold my mobile phone, tablet, air pods, wallet, journal, etc.2. The leather material is beautiful, thick, and sturdy. The colour is beautiful and warm, and makes the bag look vintage instead of brand new.3. The large cross-body strap is also made from thick, sturdy leather. Once I adjusted it to the length I wanted, I slid the comfortable band over the buckle area to prevent it from digging into my shoulder.4. The inner lining is a strong canvas material. This should hold up well under regular use.5. The stitching throughout the bag is beautifully done.I read many reviews from people complaining about a smell. Hello! It's genuine leather, of course it's going to smell. That smell dissipated quickly, as is normal with a genuine leather product such as this.Another thing some reviewers complained about is the stiffness of the leather. This is also normal. Leather is stiff when you first get it. Through normal use, it softens and becomes supple. I'm guessing that the reviewers who complained about the smell and feel of the leather aren't used to genuine leather products.Reviewers also complained about an oily substance and plastic wrap. Both of these are found on the buckles and metal rings. This is also normal. Oil is used to condition the leather; it's natural for there to be a residue on the overall bag. Within minutes of using the bag, the oil, like the smell, dissipated. After continued use, it shouldn't take long for the smell and oil to completely disappear.As for the the plastic wrap - also normal. This is to protect the metal parts on the straps and pockets. The makers add it to protect the metal parts until the product reaches the consumer. With very little effort, the plastic easily came off.Overall, this is a beautiful, leather crafted, messenger bag. It holds my 15-inch laptop easily, as well as my full-size iPad, phone, thick writing journal, and more. With all the additional pockets and compartments inside and out, I know this bag will more than meet my needs.

Genial ! De las que usan en la universidad

Excelente!

Tbh I bought this before I read the reviews and then read the reviews and thought I’d thrown my cash away, BUT this is a fantastic bag. It doesn’t stink (it smells like leather) is hardy (at the moment I’m travelling for work most weeks and I’ve been using it pretty much non stop for two months and it’s held up well), it fits my laptop and cable well, as well as my compendium, a novel I’m reading and various other odds and ends with not trouble. It’s got plenty of compartments and pouch’s for you to lose stuff it. About a week ago I put some leather conditioner in it and it’s more soft and supple and beautiful than ever.Update- I’ve now had the bag for more than a year, I use it every weekday to take my laptop etc to and from the office or wherever else. I occasionally get a compliment from someone on how nice it looks. The more I use it the more dark & supple the leather becomes. Really glad I bought it. Have whacked some leather conditioner on it a couple of times in the year and a bit I’ve had it