Filson Bag Thread: With Pictures

[ryewo[i dmfsOZI490w]



using my 257 quite a bit on this trip
I was wondering if anyone had issues with the shoulder strap sliding off your shoulder? The shoulder strap pad is just a but too slick on the bottom side. Anyone try anything to get a bit more grip with it?

I took a piece of large grain sandpaper and just did a single swipe across, and then again to create a crosshatch pattern in the leather; that helped the get some grip, because otherwise as you've said it slips off too easily.

However, I should warn you that carrying these sorts of heavy things on your shoulder isn't recommended. My right shoulder can handle the weight a lot better than my left, which means I have more muscle on that side. It can also mess up your back.

 

[Cold Iron]

I took a piece of large grain sandpaper and just did a single swipe across, and then again to create a crosshatch pattern in the leather; that helped the get some grip, because otherwise as you've said it slips off too easily.

This. I do it to all the pads on the straps of my Filson bags.

Posted a quick how to back last year in here. I sand the whole thing but avoid the stitching. It works very well. I also hang them when I first get them at night with heavy ceramic tiles in them from a hook for the first couple of weeks. It helps put a curved set in the strap and pad.

 

[Brooks]

Can anyone post pictures of their 232 medium field bags? I went through the thread and there aren't many pictures of them. I'm considering getting one of these and would love to see what yours looks like.

 

[milw50717]



Can anyone post pictures of their 232 medium field bags? I went through the thread and there aren't many pictures of them. I'm considering getting one of these and would love to see what yours looks like.

Some images from da web

 

[Brooks]

Thanks mil. After talking to Crane's and seeing these pictures I realize I need the small field bag but I want the medium one. I'm considering if I should just get both...

 

[milw50717]



Thanks mil. After talking to Crane's and seeing these pictures I realize I need the small field bag but I want the medium one. I'm considering if I should just get both...

Always size up

You'll always find additional things to put in the bag.

 

[rkusmant]

Go to filsonfan.com for more reviews.
There's field bag vs carry on discussion.

 

[Brooks]



Always size up
You'll always find additional things to put in the bag.

That's what I keep hearing!

I also know myself that i will at times need a bigger bag. The thing I'm concerned about the medium are the times when I'm not carrying so much stuff. I don't want to be carrying such a big bag for only a wallet, phone, keys and some small notebooks.

 

[Brooks]



Go to filsonfan.com for more reviews.
There's field bag vs carry on discussion.

I just went there and the very first thing on the page is: Review: Filson Field Bag 232

Is this a sign that I should buy one?

 

[Salad]



For those who sent 256s back to the factory to install handgrips, about how long did it take to do?

I sent mine back and it was received there on the 7th and I got it back today, so exactly 2 weeks. They told me it would be as long as up to a month but I think they say that to lower expectations. Really glad I went with brown and the 256 vs. the 257. I have a larger bag so I didn't need extra room. Now that I have it I can say the leather grip is a must.

 

[jasonleb1]

Well, I got the 30% off coupon but it doesn't apply to the Levis Trucker.

 

[brokeassp]

30% off where? joe`s?

 

[Brooks]

30% is pretty sweet. As far as I can tell Joe's is doing 20%

 

[milw50717]

Filson had an emailshot about a 30% sale on certain items - http://www.filson.com/event/filson-...:filson+black+friday+event&start=0&rows=99999

 

[Brooks]

Thanks for the link mil. I was hoping it was going to apply to the 232 but sadly, no. Still sounds like a great deal though.