The Definitive MANBAG Thread Part I: 2009-2014

[Jr Mouse]



I'm thinking about taking it to a local leather worker and seeing if he can sew a couple small D-rings onto it, right at the top of the back. That way, I could add a shoulder strap, if I wanted. 

I know their leather is veg tanned, but that's about it. Unfortunately, they don't specify, and I'd seen a sample of the leather and was already happy with it. I imagine it's 2–3 oz., "naked" cowhide, judging by the already broken in feel and the grain. Competition weight leather for bike riding is 3–4 oz. That's certainly thinner than Saddleback and Bexar Goods, but I just got to a point where I didn't feel like I needed a bag that was bombproof so much as useful and still tough. 

Curious if getting the d-rings added would be possible. Never heard of someone doing that aftermarket on a bag.

Agree on the "bombproof" thing. Unless the bag is poorly made, I am not sure you really need one of these heavy duty ones to survive a lifetime of normal wear and tear.

I don't own any of the La Portegna bags but I'll be going to the No Man Walks Alone trunk show tomorrow and report on the bags. Also regretting my Filson zippered tote, it's functional but the straps can be a bit abrasive in the hand. :/

Please do. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts.

 

[DesignerValet]

I believe Coach is currently having a 25% off "preferred customer event"; they have some nice, basic leather styles that are well made and reasonably priced with the discount.

 

[Austin Tremblay]

I believe Coach is currently having a 25% off "preferred customer event"; they have some nice, basic leather styles that are well made and reasonably priced with the discount.

I agree that their designs are often nice. I could even say the same for Fossil, at times. But I can't endorse sweatshop labor by buying from them.

 

[coolron]

Checked out the leather Fat Carter from La Portegna at NMWA's trunk show. The leather was good quality and the bag was very well made. The inside has a cotton lining with leather trim. The zippers were sturdy but not the smoothest out there, just a minor nitpick. I was favorably impressed, the bag was also on the lighter side as far as briefcases go. Also, the veg tanned leather felt like it would pick up a beautiful patina fairly quickly.

 

[Austin Tremblay]



I got a response from Bexar Goods that the Hudson is going to be around 4 lbs and the Porter is around 5 lbs. I currently have a medium classic briefcase from Saddleback and that thing is heavy at 6.6 lbs empty and even though the bag is big, I cannot fit a lot of stuff in there due to how it is built. 

I actually like the styling of the Bexar goods bags and since these are made of bridle leather, should be very good and age beautifully.  

I wonder what the weight of the Porter Slim is. I emailed them but they never responded. That might make a really nice, lighter option.

 

[stevent]

Anyone with experience with Cleverley? Debating a leather folio in either Navy or Green

 

[ChaoX]

I was wondering if anyone have experience with Oppermann or APC leather bags/goods? Thank you.

 

[ChaoX]

Anyone have experience with MMM canvas bags? Thanks.

 

[stevent]



Anyone with experience with Cleverley? Debating a leather folio in either Navy or Green

Picked the green one up, very nice leather and sized perfect for 13" MacBook Air

Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

 

[kidkorea]

New Natural Dyed fabric/leather Weekender bags

Ivory

Wine

More colors and styles here.

 

[xatrix]

Anyone who can help me identify this bag? Sorry for the bad quality...

 

[rocks]

I need a simple elegant black/Navy briefcase ala IISE, does anyone here have any first hand experience with this piece. Other suggestions welcome, provided it's along the same price-point, not made in China, not Filson, Coach, et al....Thanks!


Ps. I might be open to spend a few hundred more as well, just depends on style/quality.

 

[zazaza]

Can anyone recommend an all leather, minimal, tote bag that has a zipper closure and handles with not too much of a drop?

Ideally sub $500, would go higher for the right piece since it's something I hope to get a lot of use out of.
(ideal use is for work, overnights, shopping, pretty much anything/anywhere)

thanks in advance

 

[Medwed]

http://www.mismo.dk/collections/on-sale-now

 

[pdsf]



Can anyone recommend an all leather, minimal, tote bag that has a zipper closure and handles with not too much of a drop?

Ideally sub $500, would go higher for the right piece since it's something I hope to get a lot of use out of.
(ideal use is for work, overnights, shopping, pretty much anything/anywhere)

thanks in advance

Try and get a Want O'Hare during sale time (like now). I really like mine. Mine is from one of the earlier collections so leather is fab. The leather of the recent offerings is a bit meh, so do check it out carefully.

I just came across this on Yoox: http://www.yoox.com/us/45237993MX/i...sr_newarrivalsmen80&cod10=45237993MX&sizeId=1

I am not that familiar with the brand. Might be a Yoox brand. The designs are minimalist (nice for me). I have checked out a briefcase previously - not bad for the price. I believe they are all made in Italy.