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640alex · 19 February 2019, 05:08 PM

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for some input and new bag for myself. I’ve been using a timbuk2 for about a year now and it needs to be replaced.

Some info about myself
- under $500
-Needs to fit 15” laptop
-travel friendly (I travel a few times a month)
- I don’t carry a lot extra stuff I’m a minimalist for the most part.
Charging cable and brick
Portable battery
Small note book and extra pen
A few business cards

MinMay · 19 February 2019, 05:36 PM

https://www.sfbags.com/collections/s...messenger-bags

uscmatt99 · 19 February 2019, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MinMay

https://www.sfbags.com/collections/s...messenger-bags

I use the Zip Laptop Brief Bag from these guys. It's perfect for a 15" MBP and the needed chargers, cables, and other small items. Has a pass-through so you can carry it on top of a roller luggage for travel. Most other messenger style bags that can fit a 15" laptop are thicker to allow more stuff to be carried, but I find that mostly unnecessary.

superdog · 19 February 2019, 11:39 PM

I just bought one from Tumi.

It’s great. I’m very happy with it.

Flex368 · 19 February 2019, 11:52 PM

Filson 24-Hour Briefcase?

Danny83 · 20 February 2019, 12:05 AM

Tumi

dddrees · 20 February 2019, 12:35 AM

Saddleback Leather is always a good place to look and consider.

https://saddlebackleather.com/

shoe-bop · 20 February 2019, 12:37 AM

I will second the Filson 24 Hour bag!

77T · 20 February 2019, 01:04 AM

Consider the Tumi slim messenger for minimal bulk.

https://www.tumi.com/p/slim-messenger-026202D2/

About $200 and free shipping...

And has the pass through sleeve for longer trips where you have a roller bag too.

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Terrakot · 20 February 2019, 01:09 AM

Piquadro as an option
https://www.piquadro.com/cn/bags-and...r10-5-9-7.html
https://www.piquadro.com/cn/bags-and...-ipadrpro.html

pickettt · 20 February 2019, 02:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 640alex

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for some input and new bag for myself. I’ve been using a timbuk2 for about a year now and it needs to be replaced.

Some info about myself
- under $500
-Needs to fit 15” laptop
-travel friendly (I travel a few times a month)
- I don’t carry a lot extra stuff I’m a minimalist for the most part.
Charging cable and brick
Portable battery
Small note book and extra pen
A few business cards

Would you EVER look to carry more than the items on this list?

BisonHead · 20 February 2019, 02:59 AM

If you like traditional, look at Hardys fishing bags. Awesome, canvas and leather and a company does an organiser insert.

I travel with mine all the time. Handmade in UK, which is rare these days.

http://www.hardyfishing.co.uk/hardy-luggage/

swils8610 · 20 February 2019, 03:18 AM

Try Satchel and Page. Love my mail bag. Best made bag I’ve ever had. Gets better with age.

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Plai · 20 February 2019, 07:31 AM

Porter by Yoshida & Co.

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bdex75 · 20 February 2019, 08:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dddrees

Saddleback Leather is always a good place to look and consider.

https://saddlebackleather.com/

Love Saddleback but have ended up giving away or selling most every one I have bought because they are heavy. But I need to look at a their slim messenger where I can get one with a brand on it.

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tseiff · 20 February 2019, 08:51 AM

Try Uniqlo - called 3 way bag
40$
If you like it then go for the more professional brother at dspatch !

psv · 20 February 2019, 09:01 AM

Tumi

or

https://www.peakdesign.com/products/...11607015194668

Heff · 20 February 2019, 09:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flex368

Filson 24-Hour Briefcase?

Seconded. I’m a huge Filson fan.

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Wcdhtwn · 20 February 2019, 11:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dddrees

Saddleback Leather is always a good place to look and consider.

https://saddlebackleather.com/

I second, third, fourth and fifth this. Saddleback Leather is outstanding.

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brandrea · 20 February 2019, 11:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by uscmatt99

I use the Zip Laptop Brief Bag from these guys. It's perfect for a 15" MBP and the needed chargers, cables, and other small items. Has a pass-through so you can carry it on top of a roller luggage for travel. Most other messenger style bags that can fit a 15" laptop are thicker to allow more stuff to be carried, but I find that mostly unnecessary.

Love their bags

Slippy Chips · 20 February 2019, 12:47 PM

Another vote for TUMI here. I’ve had mine for nearly a year and abuse it daily. Still looks brand new. The Alpha line is perfect for business but has that touch of rugged that gives it down character

Laszlo · 20 February 2019, 12:59 PM

A custom Timbuktu is the best recommendation for a true messaged bag. I had one for for many, many years. But, as with everything, no one uses messenger bags anymore. And I ended up getting a leather backpack. I literally was the only guy left at work still using a messenger bag. Photo curtousy of Google.

Laszlo · 20 February 2019, 01:05 PM

BTW, if you like executive look Shanola makes a very fine looking messenger bag.

Urosfan · 20 February 2019, 01:07 PM

I got a nutsac bag not to shabby, I’m waiting for the remarks already gents lol

640alex · 20 February 2019, 02:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pickettt

Would you EVER look to carry more than the items on this list?

Rarely. Maybe a mouse and couple of extra charging cables.

gmh1013 · 20 February 2019, 11:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Danny83

Tumi

Yep....Love my Tumi

Watchflair · 21 February 2019, 12:31 AM

Hard to go wrong with Tumi - I use the Slim Commuter daily and it's great. They have various models so you can find one that will fit your size requirements.

dkg1616 · 21 February 2019, 12:46 AM

I am a huge fan of the tumi bookbags; ever thought of that route?

MinMay · 21 February 2019, 05:01 PM

I avoid the Tumi or Tumbuki,...the most common brand...they remind me of the cheap Michael Kors, Tiffany, etc..

I hope you find a unique bag....

Rashid.bk · 21 February 2019, 09:37 PM

For a legit messenger bag I don't think you'll find a better bag than one from Mission Workshop. I have the Monty (iirc, had it for about three years now and still going strong) and absolutely love it.
Lot's of reviews on youtube for it. It's the ultimate in organizing stuff and very comfortable to carry even with a blazer as you can sling it on one side instead of across.

https://missionworkshop.com/collecti...-messenger-bag

19 February 2019, 05:08 PM	#1
640alex "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Real Name: Alex Location: Tejas Posts: 90	Recommend me a new messenger bag Hi everyone, I’m looking for some input and new bag for myself. I’ve been using a timbuk2 for about a year now and it needs to be replaced. Some info about myself - under $500 -Needs to fit 15” laptop -travel friendly (I travel a few times a month) - I don’t carry a lot extra stuff I’m a minimalist for the most part. Charging cable and brick Portable battery Small note book and extra pen A few business cards

19 February 2019, 11:39 PM	#4
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	I just bought one from Tumi. It’s great. I’m very happy with it. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

20 February 2019, 12:35 AM	#7
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Saddleback Leather is always a good place to look and consider. https://saddlebackleather.com/ __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

20 February 2019, 01:04 AM	#9
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,024	Consider the Tumi slim messenger for minimal bulk. https://www.tumi.com/p/slim-messenger-026202D2/ About $200 and free shipping... And has the pass through sleeve for longer trips where you have a roller bag too. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

20 February 2019, 01:09 AM	#10
Terrakot "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Italy-Russia Watch: Rolex LVc/BLNR Posts: 670	Piquadro as an option https://www.piquadro.com/cn/bags-and...r10-5-9-7.html https://www.piquadro.com/cn/bags-and...-ipadrpro.html __________________ Ta-dah! "The best things in life aren't things"

19 February 2019, 05:36 PM	#2
MinMay Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: United States Posts: 2,410	https://www.sfbags.com/collections/s...messenger-bags

19 February 2019, 11:52 PM	#5
Flex368 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Felix Location: GMT +1 Watch: Yes! Posts: 3,057	Filson 24-Hour Briefcase?

20 February 2019, 12:05 AM	#6
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,314	Tumi

20 February 2019, 12:37 AM	#8
shoe-bop "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Jeff Location: Iowa Posts: 150	I will second the Filson 24 Hour bag!

20 February 2019, 02:59 AM	#12
BisonHead "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: UK Watch: Sub,SD,DJ,OP Posts: 1,950	If you like traditional, look at Hardys fishing bags. Awesome, canvas and leather and a company does an organiser insert. I travel with mine all the time. Handmade in UK, which is rare these days. http://www.hardyfishing.co.uk/hardy-luggage/

20 February 2019, 03:18 AM	#13
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,211	Try Satchel and Page. Love my mail bag. Best made bag I’ve ever had. Gets better with age. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

20 February 2019, 07:31 AM	#14
Plai "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Toronto Posts: 143	Porter by Yoshida & Co. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

20 February 2019, 08:51 AM	#16
tseiff "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Nyc Posts: 60	Try Uniqlo - called 3 way bag 40$ If you like it then go for the more professional brother at dspatch !

20 February 2019, 09:01 AM	#17
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	Tumi or https://www.peakdesign.com/products/...11607015194668

20 February 2019, 12:47 PM	#21
Slippy Chips "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Dirty South Posts: 629	Another vote for TUMI here. I’ve had mine for nearly a year and abuse it daily. Still looks brand new. The Alpha line is perfect for business but has that touch of rugged that gives it down character

20 February 2019, 01:07 PM	#24
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	I got a nutsac bag not to shabby, I’m waiting for the remarks already gents lol

21 February 2019, 12:31 AM	#27
Watchflair 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Jim Location: Westchester NY Watch: Love em all Posts: 5,920	Hard to go wrong with Tumi - I use the Slim Commuter daily and it's great. They have various models so you can find one that will fit your size requirements. __________________ Remember what matters. Value everyday

21 February 2019, 12:46 AM	#28
dkg1616 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Posts: 1,619	I am a huge fan of the tumi bookbags; ever thought of that route?

21 February 2019, 05:01 PM	#29
MinMay Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: United States Posts: 2,410	I avoid the Tumi or Tumbuki,...the most common brand...they remind me of the cheap Michael Kors, Tiffany, etc.. I hope you find a unique bag....

21 February 2019, 09:37 PM	#30
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,173	For a legit messenger bag I don't think you'll find a better bag than one from Mission Workshop. I have the Monty (iirc, had it for about three years now and still going strong) and absolutely love it. Lot's of reviews on youtube for it. It's the ultimate in organizing stuff and very comfortable to carry even with a blazer as you can sling it on one side instead of across. https://missionworkshop.com/collecti...-messenger-bag

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