How durable is it? For example, how long would it last if you carried an average of 30 lbs or 50 lbs daily?
1677625
It is pretty durable. Quality of leather is good and it will last as long as anything I have seen. Unless you area carrying gold bullion then your not going to get much passed10-15lbs. I carry a laptop, a thick wedge of paper most of the time and no real wear seen after 6 months
1677626
Love this bag. I carry my laptop, several large books (I'm in grad school) my wallet, work stuff, lunch and it is holding up well. The hardware on this bag is heavy duty and the leather is thick. The only thing I don't like is the buckled closure. It looks good but is sort of a pain to get into fast. I've found that I just buckle the middle. Best bag I've ever purchased and I don't think I'll have to get another for a very long time!
1677627
It is very durable. I love mine. I just put it onto the scale and there are 21 pounds of books in it and I use it almost daily. I cannot speak for 30 to 50 pounds because 20 to 25 is what I cart around with me. Heavy leather, sturdy buckles and rings for either a shoulder strap, or what I use, the hand grip. Holds up far better than any leather brief case I've used.
1677628
i've found it to be very durable ... no signs if strain. I do not, however, carry that kind of weight in my bag. Have you considered saddle bags and a mule? ;-)
1677629
I love it. It has held up better than any bag that I've ever had. I regularly carry my laptop and several books and it does great. Tons of room and ages well.
1677630
Great for carrying things. Strap is long so need to take it to someone to get it shortened. Only other negative is that there are no zippers to keep things in place, but solved that by picking up a couple zipper organizers for computer cords/phone cords, pens etc. Bag very durable & looks great!
1677631
it is very durable. I do not cary 50 lbs daily, but i feel confident saying that it can handle that much weight without problems.
994339
I can't say it won't ever break, but mine have lasted quite well. Also replacement bags are fairly reasonable -- unlike another I've owned.
1653603
I've had mine for 4 months and use it daily. So far no signs of wear. It may be useful to note I am particularly easy on my things. I handle it with clean hands and set it on clean flat surfaces or in a protected pocket of a bag while traveling.
1503061
Actually holding up rather well,I normally carry about 20 to 25 lbs of equipment. Still in one piece and straps are holding firm.
1801650
I do not exactly know how much weight it can hold but i can give you the max item it can hold and hopefully it will give you some sort of idea how much weight it can hold safely. The list of item i carried at one time: 1 small crescent wrench, my fix a flat tool kit, 3 pack of sandwich size tupperware filled with lots of food, my rain gear (rain jacket, rain pants), a batter pack (5 lb), 2 spare tube, wallet, keys, phone, a pair of small shoes, and a couple of fruits. So judging with the item i listed above, it can hold a sustainable amount of weight for a long period of time. Hope this help.
594275
This bag is more durable than the one I purchased from Target. I've used this bag for several months now and have had zero rips, tears, or broken straps. I use it to carry soiled work clothes to and from work once a week. Also, I purchased the largest size available and it was way too big, you may want to consider that.
249391
Hello; well I have it for 6 months already and so far It is durable for me and I use it to carry heavy books. I love it because it has many pockets where I can be organize and it help me with my back because it is easy to wear.
1612215
It is very durable. I have used this every single day for months and it still looks brand new. And no I am not gentle with it either. I getsvput on he floor thrown into the trunk.... I had the old version of this backpackers and it lasted me two years. This one is made a little heavier so I expect that it will last longer. It is the best backpackers I have had.
900226
I'd say at least a month; probably more. I have two adult females and my current bag has already lasted considerably longer than that.
673342
i have had it in the passanger seat of my wrangler while off roading, and it has slamed back and forth, down to the floor boards, and i have dropped it from my hiker pack and its pretty flawless. Although i have the powder coated black one and i believe that helps with the durability. My friend has the 40 oz. and his dented on the bottom after dropping it from about 3 to 4 feet. From my experience its very durable. My only recommendation is to get the straw lid. The plastic neck holder snapped in the middle not even 3 months in. Hope this helps!
1396301
I got one of these in early 2012. The shoulder straps or OK, but I wouldn't go crazy with too much weight stuffed in the bag. It's holding up overall. 2 years worth of light duty.
331977
I've kept about 60lbs. worth of gear in it with no problem. There was no strain to the material when doing so. I don't know the max it can handle, but it can take a lot. Hope this helped.
150596
Extremely durable. My husband, my adult daughter and myself all use it. It's holding up great and is made very well also. Hope this helps.
1482719
Mine has lasted a year and a half so far. It gets loose, but tightening up the screws make it stable again. I haven't used it for a lot of heavier items much. It has made it on a few trips across the states though.
1320811
It is very sturdy - I would expect it to last for some time (until the user gets to 75 lbs). There is a maintenance procedure which should extend the life of this product.
419271
I found it very sturdy. I kno it will be good for at least 50 lbs. I haven't tried it for more then that.
358866
my husband uses his on and off each day, and it is holding up wel, easily foldable and where it is not light for me to pick up (we have a transfer chair for outside the home) it is handy and comfortable...it is used in our local hospital and nursing facilities where the chairs get rough treatment..I would say very durable, good value, so good luck!l