Filson Bag Thread: With Pictures

[crazn]

picked up 2 bags. both the field and the pullman.

 

[bucky0486]

I thought the Pullman bag discount was interesting. If I remember correctly, it was pretty recent that they re-launched the Pullman bag. It must not have been as popular as they anticipated.

It sure is a good looking bag.

I take that back. It's already sold out.

 

[qfise]

Hi guys,

I just purchased small duffel from eBay that I am planning on using as carry on:

FILSON SMALL RUGGED TWILL DUFFLE BAG IN OTTER GREEN -EXCELLENT CONDITION -RRP £3 | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for FILSON SMALL RUGGED TWILL DUFFLE BAG IN OTTER GREEN -EXCELLENT CONDITION -RRP £3 at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products!

www.ebay.co.uk

It looks very new for the bag that is from 2006 if I am reading this tag correctly. It surprises me that the leather looks very new - not like leather from the small duffle built in 2015 that I purchased and am planning on returning tomorrow.
Is this possible or it is fake?

 

[GzStudio]

very possible. I have yet to see a 'fake' tagged filson. I have a Talon (20+ year old) medium duffle, which is going to a good home, that has the original dark brown leather color.

 

[Coolwater]

I take that back. It's already sold out.

Most likely they will surface on eBay at $275 next week

 

[OtterMeanGreen]

Can people who own either the non-zip tote or the zippered tote post pics/reviews? I see very few of them on instagram and really like them from the little info I've gathered. Seem like a worthy replacement for a 256 for me.

I've owned a 2003 YKK Era Otter Green 261. It packed very nicely but I never would dream for it to ever replace my 257. It's heavy in the hand when carrying a full load and cut into my hands some. No shoulder strap makes for an awkward carry style under heavy loads and the long straps forces you to carry it closer to the ground. For me it served me best as a hobby bag as it packs Bourbon bottles standing and fits both my cigar humidor and glassware case. I know @mgrennier will concur.

 

[OtterMeanGreen]

Hello to all Filson fans!

As you can see I am the new member however I have been reading this thread for the past 2 weeks and am currently on page 870 so there is quite a bit left to read. The reason why I joined is because 4 weeks ago I was wondering around in NYC and stumbled upon Filson store. As I am from Sweden where Filson is not that popular I decided to go in. I left the store with the Original Briefcase 256 in Otter Green.
When I came back to the hotel room I wanted to learn more about the Filson and that is how I ended up in here
Since I really like quality built bags I have decided that my Filson bag collection won’t be a single bag so I will need some help from you guys.
I am planning on using the 256 mostly for work however I would need some bag that is carry-on size for planes. I would of course be open to some older Filson bags as well that are not produced any longer.
The plan for this bag is to be able to carry it on the plane, train, car, etc. for a couple of days long trip. I personally like MTB, small duffle and Pullman bags.

Thank you all for writing 1000+ pages

Welcome aboard mate . Hope you've enjoyed your stay with us so far and welcome to the Filson family and more importantly to team d'OG (Otter Green owners club). I have the MTB and use it every week, so if you need any advice I'm the guy to ask.

 

[OtterMeanGreen]

Some eBay listings worth mentioning:

Tan Talon 261 Zippered Tote:

Vintage Filson Computer Briefcase Bag Talon Zipper Carry On Travel Luggage Rare | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Vintage Filson Computer Briefcase Bag Talon Zipper Carry On Travel Luggage Rare at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

www.ebay.com

Otter Green Talon Pullman:

RARE Filson Pullman Vintage Olive Rugged Canvas Leather Carry On Bag Suitcase XL | eBay

<p>SOME MINOR WEAR LIKE SCRATCHING ON PARTS OF LEATHER OTHERWISE GREAT CONDITION AND SHAPE WILL LAST FOREVER</p>

www.ebay.com

 

[speedy611]

Hi guys,

I just purchased small duffel from eBay that I am planning on using as carry on:

FILSON SMALL RUGGED TWILL DUFFLE BAG IN OTTER GREEN -EXCELLENT CONDITION -RRP £3 | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for FILSON SMALL RUGGED TWILL DUFFLE BAG IN OTTER GREEN -EXCELLENT CONDITION -RRP £3 at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products!

www.ebay.co.uk

It looks very new for the bag that is from 2006 if I am reading this tag correctly. It surprises me that the leather looks very new - not like leather from the small duffle built in 2015 that I purchased and am planning on returning tomorrow.
Is this possible or it is fake?

Welcome. I’m guessing you are in the UK? Me too.
The duffle looks fine to me. Seller is well rated and justifies his low use of the bag. The Filson logo tag is age correct and the ykk also right for the age. Hope it works out.

 

[bucky0486]

So, what do you guys do to condition, protect, or preserve the leather on your bags?

I've recently started using Obenauf's leather protector and rubbing that on the inside and outside of the leather about once a year just to make sure that the leather doesn't dry out and crack. But now I'm thinking this may be unnecessary or overkill.

 

[speedy611]

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So, what do you guys do to condition, protect, or preserve the leather on your bags?

I've recently started using Obenauf's leather protector and rubbing that on the inside and outside of the leather about once a year just to make sure that the leather doesn't dry out and crack. But now I'm thinking this may be unnecessary or overkill.

This question opens a can of worms. Do some searching through the history of this thread for a lot of very detailed discussion.
Paraphrasing - obenaufs is ok but may darken the leather. Many question the need to condition at all. Your mileage will almost certainly vary.

 

[soybean]

Hello all! First time caller long time listener. Been using Filson Gear since the 1980’s. Recently been picking up some vintage bags due to the enabling of this thread. LOL.
Wondering if anyone recognizes this 256 bag? This is recent mfg. I realize but there is no white tag to confirm exactly what it is. I haven’t seen this style of padded strap before and the dust cover bag has me thinking it might be something from some kind of collaboration?

 

[bucky0486]

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This question opens a can of worms. Do some searching through the history of this thread for a lot of very detailed discussion.
Paraphrasing - obenaufs is ok but may darken the leather. Many question the need to condition at all. Your mileage will almost certainly vary.

I've done the searching and, ooof, you're right that there are many opinions, most of which were from at least a few years ago. I don't suppose we would be able to get this group to come to a consensus on a topic like this ?

It just seems to me like there is an answer to this question, but I guess it's just trial and error. The tough part is that I don't want the "error" portion...

 

[pnwprice]

Hello all! First time caller long time listener. Been using Filson Gear since the 1980’s. Recently been picking up some vintage bags due to the enabling of this thread. LOL.
Wondering if anyone recognizes this 256 bag? This is recent mfg. I realize but there is no white tag to confirm exactly what it is. I haven’t seen this style of padded strap before and the dust cover bag has me thinking it might be something from some kind of collaboration? View attachment 1197208 View attachment 1197209 View attachment 1197210 View attachment 1197211 View attachment 1197212 View attachment 1197213

This is the strap and bag that typically come with the waterproof leather briefcase. Good score! Someone just goofed and put it with this one?

 

[soybean]

This is the strap and bag that typically come with the waterproof leather briefcase. Good score! Someone just goofed and put it with this one?

I think you nailed it. The strap sure looks like the one on the WLB. Thank You for the info.