An unbelievably good bag for the price
925720
An unbelievably good bag for the price.... Heavily padded inside and a good strong zipper. I purchased this for my AK-47 and got the 40" version after a few of the reviews wished they ordered a bit larger....Perfect
 The holders for the 30 Round Magazines do fit in but the flap over only covers 1/2 of the velcro which still works and i would purchase this again if needed.
1639176
Have used it twice lightly and have initial impressions.

1st off, aesthetically I freakin love this bag. It looks great, to the point where I won't be letting it out of my site if other people are around. 2nd, the design and layout of the bag are great. There are pockets of the size I want where I need them and it isn't over complicated or cluttered with a lot of "little thingy" areas. 3rd, the weight of the bag is great. The fabric is clearly saving weight but still feels pretty beefy. 4th, I turned the internet inside out and this bag's specs are rare. A full featured set up with the degree of suspension this bag has for only a 50L was hard to find--I'm sick of 60L or bigger bags.

I have added one feature to the bag. I stitched Velcro at the top of the side and hip belt mesh pockets just to add a peace of mind level closure to them. But I've had bags in my life with mesh side pockets that were looser and haven't lost anything so I can't knock this bag for the mesh pockets it has.

I look forward to running this bag through the gears and seeing how it holds up but I feel confident.

One more thing, Mountainsmith, can you please call up MEC and arrange a contract to sell your stuff in Canada!
4839943
This bag is phenomenal! The canvas is super high quality and the zippers run smooth. I see absolutely nothing bad about this bag. I actually think I will be purchasing an additional one. The price you pay for this bag is well worth it.
3849480
A truly excellent bag, great quality for the price. I don't find it smelly at all. There is a faint leather smell, but that's part of the charm of having something that is made of real leather.
3436442
Quite simply, this is a great bag.  Especially for the price Amazon was offering it.  It's every bit as durable and sturdy as any canvas bag out there.  The faux leather touches are really great--don't look fake at all.  Yes, the canvas color was darker that the image on Amazon.  Mine is more of a medium dark khaki, not so much drab green as others call it.  But it's very attractive nonetheless, and I was pleasantly surprised that the color was actually better looking than the image online.  No odd smells in my bag at all, by the way.  Plenty of zippered pockets, stashes and other organizing features.  And it has a nicely padded shoulder strap that doesn't appear in the online photo.  Truly a wonderful bag.  Here I was about to pay $149 for a similar bag of identical size in The Territory Ahead catalog!  Thank goodness I found this one instead.  In fact, I may just buy two (one for a backup in case something happens to this bag).  Excellent purchase.  (It also arrived two days ahead of schedule.)

PROS:
--Sturdy construction
--Light but durable
--Lots of convenient pockets

CONS:
--Front flap a bit awkward to open-I don't care for the clips.  But it works
102941
I am honestly very pleased with what I received. I was really iffy about "wasting" my money on a really expensive bag, since I didn't really know what to expect just by looking at the few images amazon displays on the page. I heavily relied on the customer reviews and photos people posted (thank you, by the way) in order to make up my mind on whether or not I should buy it, or which color I should even buy. Suffice to say, This bag is very durable and looks much more visually appealing than i expected. With the red stripes in the interior, (which i originally thought was a turn off) it really compliments the black exterior of the bag, and the straps look very durable (not tacky at ALL) . The size measurements are very accurate and you can use my photos as proof. Although it is quite big on a 5'2" girl such as myself, it is able to 3 text books, a binder and a winter coat in it, with MUCH more extra space. Also, the back has very soft padding, on the arm straps as well, so it is very comfortable to wear for long periods of time, even if you are carrying a heavy load. There are two mini pockets in the sides of the interior to store small items, such as a phone, sunglasses, ect. In addition to the fur-lined laptop pocket, which can safely hold my 15 inch Macbook Pro. The front pocket is just a pocket, with a little key chain holder to hold maybe hand sanitizer or keys. However, the only con i should point out is that there aren't enough pockets. The front pocket is just a large pocket with no other mini-pockets inside, so this bag is highly recommended for people who don't carry many small items with them, or know how to use a purse or pencil case. I know the feel, being hesitant to order this bag since there weren't many details specified in the page that would've be helpful to know, or believing that the specs aren't reliable. So to ease your discomforts, I added photos that i took right when it got out of the box, including the measurements. Honestly, just buy it, it is definitely worth it.
825867
I research everything to the point of ridiculousness.
This bag is very sturdy, has plenty of pockets and separate organizational sections.  This bag has a very well insulated sections that fits my 15" computer perfectly.
I have carried three inch textbooks, a computer with cords, pens,paper, etc and it has never popped open
or stressed the fabric. The shoulder strap is made of strong nylon strapping as is the handle.
Would highly recommend this bag
66058
Ecosusi has really hit a grand slam with this 14" canvas and leather messenger bag, as it is simply stunning and available at an insanely low price of $19.99! The bag uses metal magnetic buttons to close the flaps, and there are plenty of various pocket sizes in the bag so you can fit all sorts of cool tech gear in this bag. Seriously, this bag is just too good to pass up, I'm actually speechless. Just buy it, fantastic deal.
4841704
Im very pleased with this bag. The build quality is excellent (especially considering the price point), theres loads of adjustability, and there are a number of excellent design touches that make it a pleasure to use.

The fabric is thick, and feels like canvas even though it is mostly (entirely?) made of nylon. All the stitching is tight and even, and all the stress points are double or triple stitched. The velcro is also well attached, and is the thick, sturdy type that holds tight. Im really impressed at the build quality given the price point of about $20.

The main pouch has a plastic liner, which makes it suitable to carry wet/damp items without water leaking out. There are pockets, loops and pouches galore  every nook and cranny has a pocket or pouch of some sort, making this very versatile for carrying (and organizing) a lot of stuff. In fact, the only problem I had was that I couldn't remember which pocket I used for my charger, and had to search through a number of storage spots before I remembered.

I really like that the shoulder pad is removable (held on with three velcro straps) so it can be positioned exactly where I like it. There are also padded areas on the back side of the bag (the side that goes against your body) which makes the bag a lot more comfortable to use than other similar bags. The padding has a mesh covering that helps with air movement so theres minimal heat/sweat build-up where the padding hits your body.

The only quibble I have is that I think the color (green) would look better if it was a shade or two darker. Its not bright green, but its a little brighter than the typical Army green. Thats more of a personal preference, so I won't factor that into my rating.

This easily earns a five star rating for build quality, performance, and design. Well worth considering if you're looking for a good bag that won't break the bank.
[Sample provided for review]
2519020
I have been searching for a high quality leather shoulder bag for quite some time. All the other bags I looked at were either comically over-priced, had sub-par hardware that failed prematurely, or had leather that was too soft and therefore was more prone to damage. This bag overcomes all those potential issues, but may not be for everyone.
PROS
 As other reviews have said, the bag is made of very thick leather. Although it shows light scuffing (which IMO adds to the rugged "Indiana Jones" feeling), the leather is quite durable. It is thick and feels solidly put together. This makes the bag heavy, which I happen to prefer.
 The hardware used to construct the bag all seems top-notch, as well. I have only had the bag a few months but none of the hardware has failed nor does any part of the bag seem to be stressing to the point of imminent failure.
 There is a decent amount of storage. The bag has two large internal compartments, with two smaller pockets along the wall separating the two compartments. There is also a pocket that runs along the back, as well as side pockets (one on either side). And finally, there is a key clip on the inside. It suits my needs perfectly for what I need to carry to the office daily.
 Adjustable, wide, and very comfortable shoulder strap. I believe the strap can be converted to carry the bag backpack style, too, but I have not attempted this myself.
 It can easily fit a laptop and several larger books - I am currently carrying a laptop and textbook in mine.
 Price! You can surely find cheaper bags online, but for the quality of this piece the price is still amazing! Having looked at and handled a lot of the less expensive bags, I could feel their cheapness. Some were flimsy, others had poor workmanship at the seems, still others had hardware that felt like it could break at any time. This bag feels solid. The quality of the components and the care put into the construction are evident. This bag could easily retail for at least $100 more than what it is being sold at.
CONS
 As I said before, the bag is heavy (compared to a nylon bag). If you are looking for the lightest bag possible, then look elsewhere.
 The hardware, although quality, may annoy some people. There are three straps on the front, each using a standard buckle (like a belt). These are much more cumbersome to open and close then a zipper or clasp. However there plenty of options to mitigate this, some even reflected in the reviews on this site. But those modifications will take time and energy.

Overall this is a great bag that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a quality shoulder bag that will last a long time.
1401905
Despite its modest measurements, this bag holds a surprising amount of stuff. I moved from a triple gusset leather Kenneth Cole bag and had more than enough room for the same amount of things.  There are tons of little storage pockets to keep everything organized. Styling is clean and rugged yet still looks quite professional whether you're wearing a suit or business casual.

Build quality is superb. The lining is nice, the hardware quality is outstanding. All the stitching is straight and threads are thick.  The shoulder strap is very comfortable.  I got over 20 years out of my Kenneth Cole bag; this easily feels like itll do at least as much if not more.

So what not to like?  Not sure Im a fan of the leather on the bottom corners. I totally expect itll take quite a beating.  And then theres the price.  Yeah its not cheap.  Sure quality costs money, but Im not sure Id ever pay list price for it. Maybe 300-ish at the most if you time it right?  $400 though knocks a star off.  If you find a (rare) deal on it, then its a five star bag.
4489271
I can't believe how high quality it is for the price.
101003
I actually ordered this direct from ebags instead of from amazon just because ebags had a sale going. I must say this
is the best laptop bag I've had. I bought this as a replacement for a high end Wenger bag that I had and I can't say enough
good things about it. The leather is beautiful, the fasteners and buckles are all what looks like fatigued brass. The stitching is
extremely high quality and with a copper colored thread. The bag looks and feels fantastic. It is very soft and definately NOT cheap in
quality. The protection for a laptop is great and the storage capacity is nice. It is not a huge bag by any means and unlike other reviews,
I thought the handles and strap are very strong. The only way this would be coming apart is if you had like forty pounds of textbooks in there
and swung it around all the time like your skipping to the land of OZ. Summary: Its a great bag, buy it, enjoy it. If I had paid 300 bucks
I'd still be pleased. And oh yeah, ebags shipped right away and it only took two days to get here which was great. It was also packaged well.
2888401
Since the bag turned out to be WAY better than I had expected to get for the low price (and since there was a nice letter in the package explaining how much the business owner appreciates reviews), I wanted to show off some photos and gush about it . Description-wise, this bag is *exactly* what I was hoping for when I bought it. Super-sturdy leather and some kind of canvas inside thats not overly abrasive. Just the right mix of great materials. The metal hooks and buckles are very high quality, so I doubt theyll be breaking anytime soon under strain. They look like they would clunk and clang and squeak, but whatever they're made of or polished with (magic? Probably magic), they are surprisingly noiseless. The bag is slender and on the smaller side, which makes it perfect sized for me (63 inches tall, female). My MacBook Air slid into laptop sleeve with enough space for wiggle room, but minimal space for jarring. In the pics I show about how many items fit comfortably inside, not counting the slim back pocket or two in the front. Overall, I seriously think this bag is a STEAL for the price. I had set my standards low, because it was an online order and I had to go off of the pictures and hope they were legit. Turns out to be an awesome decision. I was trying to compare a lot of similar looking ones when I made the purchase, and now I can definitely recommend this one! (Hope the pics help you all out with your decision to buy).
4862723
This bag is extremely high quality, all of the stitching is tough and the zippers are smooth and strong. You can fit tons of stuff in this bag for its size, it can handle the weight of a full sized pistol and extra ammo. I personally use it as a range bag and it works perfectly, but I can see it being used as a survival kit, medical kit, camera bag, and many other applications. I feel that I can trust putting my gun in this bag and it will not fall apart or fail on me. For the price of this bag you can't go wrong, I wasn't expecting this high of quality when I saw the retail price. I did receive this product discounted in exchange for my honest unbiased review and this review is just that. If I saw it in a store for the retail price I would buy it in a heartbeat.
3374513
I really like this bag. I've had it for 2 months now. I took a chance saving money and buying it instead of the Maxpedition Falcon II (which is more than 3x the price!). I'm glad I did - the bag is incredible. I'll break it down for you...

PROS:
Very comfortable, excellent for camping/bugout bag, great for laptop/notebooks, tough Carhartt-like material, buckles are as good or better than most northface backpacks, plenty of space/pockets for organization (actual dimensions are 17" tall x 11" wide - the perfect size), plenty of MOLLE around and under the bag, tan color matches the Maxpedition and 5.11 tan colors, the price is right.

CONS:
Not many cons that can't be remedied, no chest strap, some loose threads I had to go through and singe with a lighter, the zippers are nylon plastic but they perform fine so far

Over all, a great bag. Thank you, 3V Gear!
2405858
I  am very impressed with the quality of this bag- can't wait to use it tomorrow!  I do wish the mat pocket was a little larger- but also recognize that carrying this size mat might keep the bag from tipping over while packed or falling oddly to the side when carrying on my back.  The quality and details in construction are truly unbelievable for this price!  Most impressive is the additional snap feature to neaten the mat side when not using the mat pocket!  They have thought of everything!!!