Comments on: Saddleback Leather Company Briefcase http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/ Gadget reviews and news by Julie Strietelmeier and friends since 1997 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 23:01:46 -0500 http://wordpress.org/?v=abc hourly 1 By: Julie http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-48208 Julie Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:59:43 +0000 #comment-48208 @Justin I don't think you'd have a problem with water getting into the bag unless it was a torrential downpour or something of that nature. @Justin I don’t think you’d have a problem with water getting into the bag unless it was a torrential downpour or something of that nature.

]]> By: Justin http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-48207 Justin Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:12:45 +0000 #comment-48207 I'm curious, how well do you think the top flap would keep rain out of the main compartments? I’m curious, how well do you think the top flap would keep rain out of the main compartments?

]]> By: Julie http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-48117 Julie Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:38:06 +0000 #comment-48117 @Mark Yes, they let me keep the bag. A review of the Piel Traveler's bag would be great :) @Mark Yes, they let me keep the bag. A review of the Piel Traveler’s bag would be great :)

]]> By: Mark http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-48112 Mark Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:25:22 +0000 #comment-48112 Julie, did they let you keep the bag? :) I am getting a Piel Traveler's Men's Bag delivered this week. Perhaps I'll do a review. Julie, did they let you keep the bag? :)

I am getting a Piel Traveler’s Men’s Bag delivered this week. Perhaps I’ll do a review.

]]> By: Julie http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-47452 Julie Sat, 31 Oct 2009 16:09:20 +0000 #comment-47452 @Jeff My guess is that it would be a tight fit. I've never traveled with that bag, so I'm only guessing. @Jeff My guess is that it would be a tight fit. I’ve never traveled with that bag, so I’m only guessing.

]]> By: Jeff http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-47448 Jeff Sat, 31 Oct 2009 15:28:07 +0000 #comment-47448 I am considering buying the large briefcase. Will the large bag reasonably stuffed with laptop and essentials fit under the seat in front of you on an airplane? I've had some backpacks that were very difficult to fit under the seat in front of you on a plane? Thanks for the assistance. I am considering buying the large briefcase. Will the large bag reasonably stuffed with laptop and essentials fit under the seat in front of you on an airplane? I’ve had some backpacks that were very difficult to fit under the seat in front of you on a plane? Thanks for the assistance.

]]> By: Dave http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-45985 Dave Thu, 08 Oct 2009 16:37:20 +0000 #comment-45985 After reading this site and others and looking at the bag on the company site, I decided to risk a purchase sight unseen. I chose a large briefcase in dark coffee. After some initial concerns (I didn't get a confirmation email and a call during Saturday business hours went to voicemail), I received good customer service and the bag was delivered two days ahead of schedule (way to go UPS). The bag is serious. As someone who likes to get off the beaten path, I can assure you that I have no concerns as to whether this bag would survive. In fact, if you manage to tear it, you have a lot worse problems than the fact that the bag is damaged. This is not a bag for you if you are looking for Italian styling or ornate detailing. This is a working bag that will haul gear and won't care if you spill coffee on it or drop it in the dust or get caught in the rain. The only negative is that packed in the bag was a small booklet of religious theme which I could have lived without. It was unoffensive, but I am a man who believes such things should be private. That aside, I can safely say that I believe I have gotten my money's worth. After reading this site and others and looking at the bag on the company site, I decided to risk a purchase sight unseen. I chose a large briefcase in dark coffee. After some initial concerns (I didn’t get a confirmation email and a call during Saturday business hours went to voicemail), I received good customer service and the bag was delivered two days ahead of schedule (way to go UPS). The bag is serious. As someone who likes to get off the beaten path, I can assure you that I have no concerns as to whether this bag would survive. In fact, if you manage to tear it, you have a lot worse problems than the fact that the bag is damaged. This is not a bag for you if you are looking for Italian styling or ornate detailing. This is a working bag that will haul gear and won’t care if you spill coffee on it or drop it in the dust or get caught in the rain. The only negative is that packed in the bag was a small booklet of religious theme which I could have lived without. It was unoffensive, but I am a man who believes such things should be private. That aside, I can safely say that I believe I have gotten my money’s worth.

]]> By: Saddleback Leather Company Messenger Bag Review — The Gadgeteer http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-43574 Saddleback Leather Company Messenger Bag Review — The Gadgeteer Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:17:55 +0000 #comment-43574 [...] ring below the grab handle is used to convert the messenger from a shoulder bag, to a backpack. The Saddleback Leather Briefcase bag had this same [...] [...] ring below the grab handle is used to convert the messenger from a shoulder bag, to a backpack. The Saddleback Leather Briefcase bag had this same [...]

]]> By: The REALTOR http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-41157 The REALTOR Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:05:09 +0000 #comment-41157 Great People! I am considering purchasing the briefcase and had several questions before making that large of a purchase. Within minutes, I had an email response, with more than enough information and references to explain the answers. I am getting close to making the order, just can't decide on the color. I wish there was a more classic, smooth, leather finish available, like the old saddle bag leather that just shines a little, and gets better and better with age. I am sure the suede will be great too. Great People! I am considering purchasing the briefcase and had several questions before making that large of a purchase. Within minutes, I had an email response, with more than enough information and references to explain the answers. I am getting close to making the order, just can’t decide on the color. I wish there was a more classic, smooth, leather finish available, like the old saddle bag leather that just shines a little, and gets better and better with age. I am sure the suede will be great too.

]]> By: Glenn http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-39911 Glenn Mon, 03 Aug 2009 02:27:35 +0000 #comment-39911 Af61- go with the large. I am the same height and I carry a 15" laptop as well as a portfolio style note pad. Large leaves a little more room for other items. You won't regret spending the extra cash for the room. Af61-

go with the large. I am the same height and I carry a 15″ laptop as well as a portfolio style note pad. Large leaves a little more room for other items. You won’t regret spending the extra cash for the room.

]]> By: Julie http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-39895 Julie Sun, 02 Aug 2009 15:18:33 +0000 #comment-39895 @sahm It's just a thin piece of leather that says Saddleback Leather Company on it. It's not a travel tag. @sahm It’s just a thin piece of leather that says Saddleback Leather Company on it. It’s not a travel tag.

]]> By: sahm http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-39877 sahm Sat, 01 Aug 2009 23:30:25 +0000 #comment-39877 Julie, what is the small leather tag on the rght side of the bag, I got mine but there was nothing like that with it, as a traveller thats something missing in these bags, a matching travel tag, then i saw yours and there is this nice little tag. Did it come with the bag? or did u get it separately, it matches so perfectly i thot it came along the bag, can u tell me the details maybe i can get myself the same. BTW this bag is the best bag 10/10 Julie, what is the small leather tag on the rght side of the bag, I got mine but there was nothing like that with it, as a traveller thats something missing in these bags, a matching travel tag, then i saw yours and there is this nice little tag. Did it come with the bag? or did u get it separately, it matches so perfectly i thot it came along the bag, can u tell me the details maybe i can get myself the same. BTW this bag is the best bag 10/10

]]> By: AF61 http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-39787 AF61 Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:31:54 +0000 #comment-39787 Hi all -- thanks for the great info. Having trouble deciding between the medium and large (I'm a 6'1" male). I actually carry a macbook air (very thin) laptop, but I do carry a good deal of electronic accessories, umbrella, water bottle, and occassionally a book. The whole fit of the medium pictured in the review looked snug side to side so perhaps I could benefit from two inches more width? Thanks for any experiences you can share. Hi all — thanks for the great info. Having trouble deciding between the medium and large (I’m a 6′1″ male). I actually carry a macbook air (very thin) laptop, but I do carry a good deal of electronic accessories, umbrella, water bottle, and occassionally a book. The whole fit of the medium pictured in the review looked snug side to side so perhaps I could benefit from two inches more width? Thanks for any experiences you can share.

]]> By: Adolph Cabanas http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-39642 Adolph Cabanas Mon, 27 Jul 2009 09:38:46 +0000 #comment-39642 Great bag! I'm a proud owner of 2 large briefcases! Light brown and Chestnut! These bags are beautifully crafted and made to last...Great investment! Great bag! I’m a proud owner of 2 large briefcases! Light brown and Chestnut! These bags are beautifully crafted and made to last…Great investment!

]]> By: Plymouth PJL http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-39276 Plymouth PJL Sun, 19 Jul 2009 16:49:26 +0000 #comment-39276 I got the Saddleback Leather 16″ x 12″ x 9″ Large Chestnut Briefcase 2 weeks ago. It is a great briefcase. The leather could not be of higher quality and it is extremely well made. The handle feels great as well as the shoulder strap. The open interior design is nice, I use Eagle Creek cubes to organize belongings in the front section while storing my Macbook and paperwork in the back portion. The only thing that I find to be of lesser quality in this bag is the key fob, which strikes me as flimsy compared to the other hardware. The bag is heavy but that is due to the thick quality leather used to make it. If you want something light and durable buy a ballistic nylon Briefcase from Brigs & Riley. The Saddleback briefcase looks like a rugged update of a classic design, I have already received several compliments about the bag in the short time I have carried it. I think I will use this briefcase for many years. I got the Saddleback Leather 16″ x 12″ x 9″ Large Chestnut Briefcase 2 weeks ago. It is a great briefcase. The leather could not be of higher quality and it is extremely well made. The handle feels great as well as the shoulder strap. The open interior design is nice, I use Eagle Creek cubes to organize belongings in the front section while storing my Macbook and paperwork in the back portion. The only thing that I find to be of lesser quality in this bag is the key fob, which strikes me as flimsy compared to the other hardware. The bag is heavy but that is due to the thick quality leather used to make it. If you want something light and durable buy a ballistic nylon Briefcase from Brigs & Riley. The Saddleback briefcase looks like a rugged update of a classic design, I have already received several compliments about the bag in the short time I have carried it. I think I will use this briefcase for many years.

]]> By: stamlaw http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-38831 stamlaw Sat, 11 Jul 2009 03:29:30 +0000 #comment-38831 Hey guys very interesting reviews. Ok well my question is the new backpack? or the bag you all are talking about. I am a lawyer and at times need to carry my office with me. Both these products are made with the same leather and quality that SBL promise. Thanks in advance. :) Hey guys very interesting reviews. Ok well my question is the new backpack? or the bag you all are talking about. I am a lawyer and at times need to carry my office with me. Both these products are made with the same leather and quality that SBL promise.
Thanks in advance. :)

]]> By: Julie http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-37077 Julie Mon, 08 Jun 2009 20:33:32 +0000 #comment-37077 @Grant Glad you're liking it! :) They sure do make nice bags. @Grant Glad you’re liking it! :) They sure do make nice bags.

]]> By: Grant http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-37075 Grant Mon, 08 Jun 2009 20:26:43 +0000 #comment-37075 Julie, your review was very helpful. Thank you. Three weeks ago I bought the large briefcase in chestnut. It certainly looks and smells beautiful! And, while its a substantial bag, I don't find it too heavy. I also didn't expect how much I'd use the backpack feature. I commute to work by motorcycle most of the time, and I always crammed my soft briefcase in a side pannier on my bike. If I ever had to run an errand on the way home I'd be very limited in space because my briefcase took half of it. I expected to do the same with the Saddleback briefcase. But, the first day I had the new Saddleback I put it in backpack mode, hopped on the motorcycle, and it worked just fine. Now I pretty much keep it set up as a backpack, commute with it that way, and am very pleased. I'm sufficiently impressed that I'm considering the smaller satchel as an airplane carry-on/travel bag. BTW, Todd, I'm a 6'0" attorney and got the large because a legal pad is 14" long and I didn't want to cram one into the 14" medium case, and my laptop has a 17" screen and is 15.6" wide and fit nicely in the 16" large. For my purposes its not too big, and its certainly not too small. At at 18" wide the XL would be overkill for me. Julie, your review was very helpful. Thank you. Three weeks ago I bought the large briefcase in chestnut. It certainly looks and smells beautiful! And, while its a substantial bag, I don’t find it too heavy. I also didn’t expect how much I’d use the backpack feature. I commute to work by motorcycle most of the time, and I always crammed my soft briefcase in a side pannier on my bike. If I ever had to run an errand on the way home I’d be very limited in space because my briefcase took half of it. I expected to do the same with the Saddleback briefcase. But, the first day I had the new Saddleback I put it in backpack mode, hopped on the motorcycle, and it worked just fine. Now I pretty much keep it set up as a backpack, commute with it that way, and am very pleased. I’m sufficiently impressed that I’m considering the smaller satchel as an airplane carry-on/travel bag.

BTW, Todd, I’m a 6′0″ attorney and got the large because a legal pad is 14″ long and I didn’t want to cram one into the 14″ medium case, and my laptop has a 17″ screen and is 15.6″ wide and fit nicely in the 16″ large. For my purposes its not too big, and its certainly not too small. At at 18″ wide the XL would be overkill for me.

]]> By: MARIE ANNE http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-35652 MARIE ANNE Tue, 19 May 2009 07:56:34 +0000 #comment-35652 HELLO, I HAD BEEN WANTING TO GET A SADDLEBACK LEATHER COMPANY BRIEFCASE FOR TWO YEARS, BUT PUT IT OFF BECAUSE I COULDN'T JUSTIFY SPENDING THAT MUCH MONEY ON A BAG, UNLESS IT HAD A FANCY NAME LIKE COACH, GUCCI OR LOUIS VUITTON! BUT AS A UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR AND NURSE I NEEDED A BAG THAT WAS STURDY ENOUGH TO TAKE FROM THE CLASS ROOM INTO THE HOSPITAL. I HAVE NOT USED IT, AS OF THIS POSTING I HAVE HAD THE BAG FOR 4 HOURS, IT IS 12 MIDNIGHT, I'M GOING TO USE IT FOR THE FIRST TIME TOMORROW MORNING TO SCHOOL. UPON FIRST OPENING THE BOX, I SMELLED THE HEADY AND INTOXICATING AROMA OR FRESH HIGH GRAIN LEATHER, IT SMELLED LIKE A TACK ROOM, LIKE A NEW SADDLE OR BIT. IT WAS A COMFORTING SMELL, LIKE THE NEW LEATHER SMELL OF A NEW CAR! I PULLED EVERYTHING FROM MY JANSPORT BACKPACK WHICH SAW ME THROUGH VACATIONS THROUGH THE PHILIPPINES, EUROPE, BRAZIL AND OTHER VACATIONS, AND FILLED THE BAG WITH A 8 INCH NETBOOK AND CHARGER, SEVERAL FILE FOLDERS, A NOTEBOOK, A TEXTBOOK, ASSORTED PENS, A STETHOSCOPE, AND MY CELLPHONE AND WALLET. IT FIT PERFECTLY. I HEAVED IT OFF MY DESK AND WAS INITIALLY TAKEN ABACK BY THE WEIGHT...YES IT IS HEAVY, ABOUT 6 LBS EMPTY AND ABOUT 8-9 FILLED. I TRIED ADDING A SIGG WATER BOTTLE BUT IT WAS EVEN HEAVIER. I PUT IT OVER MY SHOULDERS SLING STYLE, AND EVEN THOUGH IT WAS INITIALLY HEAVY, IT SOON FELT OK TO WEAR AFTER SOME ADJUSTMENT. I LOOKED IN THE MIRROR. IT LOOKS A BIT BIG, BEING A 5" 1' FEMALE BUT NOT OVERLY SO. I WAS IMPRESSED WITH THE STITCHING, THE RINGS, THE LEATHER ITSELF SEEMS TO BE BUILT TO LAST, I COULD EASILY IMAGINE THIS BAG AS ONE BELONGING TO AN EXPLORER, OR ADVENTURER, EVEN INDIANA JONES HIMSELF! IT SCRATCHES AND SCUFFS EASILY JUS BY DRAGGING I ON MY BED OR A TABLE BUT IT MAKES IT LOOK THAT MUCH MORE OLD OR RUGGED. I MAY DECIDE TO DARKEN THE LEATHER WITH NEETSFOOT OIL OR HORSE TACK CLEANER SOME DAY SOON. I GOT THE LIGHT TOBACCO BROWN BECAUSE I CAN DARKEN IT IF I WANT, HAD I GOTTEN THE DARKER COLOR, SUCH AS COFFEE OR CHESTNUT IT WOULD BE IMPOSSIBLE TO LIGHTEN UNLESS YOU SCRAPED OR SCUFFED THE HECK OUT OF IT, WHICH WOULD LOOK REALLY BAD, SO I'M HAPPY WITH THE COLOR. THE TRUE TEST WILL BE TOMORROW AS I MAKE MY WAY FROM HOME TO COLLEGE CAMPUS AND AROUND CAMPUS TO CLASSROOM AND BACK. I'VE HEARD OF THOSE "PEOPLE WILL STOP YOU TO INQUIRE ABOUT THE BAG" COMMENTS, LET'S SEE IF THEY ARE TRUE. WILL LET YOU KNOW WITH AN UPDATE BLOG. SO FAR IT'S LIVING UP TO IT'S REPUTATION. MARIE ANNE L. LOS ANGELES, CA HELLO, I HAD BEEN WANTING TO GET A SADDLEBACK LEATHER COMPANY BRIEFCASE FOR TWO YEARS, BUT PUT IT OFF BECAUSE I COULDN’T JUSTIFY SPENDING THAT MUCH MONEY ON A BAG, UNLESS IT HAD A FANCY NAME LIKE COACH, GUCCI OR LOUIS VUITTON! BUT AS A UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR AND NURSE I NEEDED A BAG THAT WAS STURDY ENOUGH TO TAKE FROM THE CLASS ROOM INTO THE HOSPITAL. I HAVE NOT USED IT, AS OF THIS POSTING I HAVE HAD THE BAG FOR 4 HOURS, IT IS 12 MIDNIGHT, I’M GOING TO USE IT FOR THE FIRST TIME TOMORROW MORNING TO SCHOOL. UPON FIRST OPENING THE BOX, I SMELLED THE HEADY AND INTOXICATING AROMA OR FRESH HIGH GRAIN LEATHER, IT SMELLED LIKE A TACK ROOM, LIKE A NEW SADDLE OR BIT. IT WAS A COMFORTING SMELL, LIKE THE NEW LEATHER SMELL OF A NEW CAR! I PULLED EVERYTHING FROM MY JANSPORT BACKPACK WHICH SAW ME THROUGH VACATIONS THROUGH THE PHILIPPINES, EUROPE, BRAZIL AND OTHER VACATIONS, AND FILLED THE BAG WITH A 8 INCH NETBOOK AND CHARGER, SEVERAL FILE FOLDERS, A NOTEBOOK, A TEXTBOOK, ASSORTED PENS, A STETHOSCOPE, AND MY CELLPHONE AND WALLET. IT FIT PERFECTLY. I HEAVED IT OFF MY DESK AND WAS INITIALLY TAKEN ABACK BY THE WEIGHT…YES IT IS HEAVY, ABOUT 6 LBS EMPTY AND ABOUT 8-9 FILLED. I TRIED ADDING A SIGG WATER BOTTLE BUT IT WAS EVEN HEAVIER. I PUT IT OVER MY SHOULDERS SLING STYLE, AND EVEN THOUGH IT WAS INITIALLY HEAVY, IT SOON FELT OK TO WEAR AFTER SOME ADJUSTMENT. I LOOKED IN THE MIRROR. IT LOOKS A BIT BIG, BEING A 5″ 1′ FEMALE BUT NOT OVERLY SO. I WAS IMPRESSED WITH THE STITCHING, THE RINGS, THE LEATHER ITSELF SEEMS TO BE BUILT TO LAST, I COULD EASILY IMAGINE THIS BAG AS ONE BELONGING TO AN EXPLORER, OR ADVENTURER, EVEN INDIANA JONES HIMSELF! IT SCRATCHES AND SCUFFS EASILY JUS BY DRAGGING I ON MY BED OR A TABLE BUT IT MAKES IT LOOK THAT MUCH MORE OLD OR RUGGED. I MAY DECIDE TO DARKEN THE LEATHER WITH NEETSFOOT OIL OR HORSE TACK CLEANER SOME DAY SOON. I GOT THE LIGHT TOBACCO BROWN BECAUSE I CAN DARKEN IT IF I WANT, HAD I GOTTEN THE DARKER COLOR, SUCH AS COFFEE OR CHESTNUT IT WOULD BE IMPOSSIBLE TO LIGHTEN UNLESS YOU SCRAPED OR SCUFFED THE HECK OUT OF IT, WHICH WOULD LOOK REALLY BAD, SO I’M HAPPY WITH THE COLOR. THE TRUE TEST WILL BE TOMORROW AS I MAKE MY WAY FROM HOME TO COLLEGE CAMPUS AND AROUND CAMPUS TO CLASSROOM AND BACK. I’VE HEARD OF THOSE “PEOPLE WILL STOP YOU TO INQUIRE ABOUT THE BAG” COMMENTS, LET’S SEE IF THEY ARE TRUE. WILL LET YOU KNOW WITH AN UPDATE BLOG. SO FAR IT’S LIVING UP TO IT’S REPUTATION.
MARIE ANNE L.
LOS ANGELES, CA

]]> By: Paul http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-35196 Paul Tue, 12 May 2009 23:06:26 +0000 #comment-35196 Todd - I'm about 6' 2" and found the XL to be a little too large to look normal. Since a normal legal file folder is around 15", I thought the XL would be best, but it is just too big. Todd – I’m about 6′ 2″ and found the XL to be a little too large to look normal. Since a normal legal file folder is around 15″, I thought the XL would be best, but it is just too big.

]]> By: Todd http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-35116 Todd Mon, 11 May 2009 18:16:37 +0000 #comment-35116 Wondering if anyone has thoughts/insight into large v. extra-large. Am 6'1" attorney. Looking for something I can stuff w/ files and the occasional large book (or two), and perhaps a laptop. Wondering if anyone has thoughts/insight into large v. extra-large. Am 6′1″ attorney. Looking for something I can stuff w/ files and the occasional large book (or two), and perhaps a laptop.

]]> By: Saddleback Leather Company Laptop Sleeve Review — The Gadgeteer http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-33256 Saddleback Leather Company Laptop Sleeve Review — The Gadgeteer Thu, 09 Apr 2009 16:05:14 +0000 #comment-33256 [...] have been a fan of leather bags from the Saddleback Leather Company since my first review of their Briefcase bag and then their Explorer’s Satchel. The style of their bags is what I would call American [...] [...] have been a fan of leather bags from the Saddleback Leather Company since my first review of their Briefcase bag and then their Explorer’s Satchel. The style of their bags is what I would call American [...]

]]> By: Lorraine Grant http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-31848 Lorraine Grant Mon, 16 Mar 2009 23:02:08 +0000 #comment-31848 You got a point there theMama. I am just being wimp like! I start a 16 week work placement soon then go on holiday to Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan so can't wait to use it then. I really want ti to have the "I've been round the world" look. You got a point there theMama. I am just being wimp like! I start a 16 week work placement soon then go on holiday to Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan so can’t wait to use it then. I really want ti to have the “I’ve been round the world” look.

]]> By: theMama http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-31550 theMama Tue, 10 Mar 2009 19:28:22 +0000 #comment-31550 This review helped me decide to buy the large briefcase last spring which I love (thank you Julie), but girls, what gives? It's really not that heavy, I'm the same size as Julie and I have no problem loading up the bag and carrying it around every day. Maybe it's because I'm a mother of two small children and I carry them around every day as well so I'm used to carrying a lot of weight around, lol! Seriously though, these bags are so solid and look so good that if I did have a problem with the heft I would hit the weight room to build up my muscles so that I could carry mine ;) This review helped me decide to buy the large briefcase last spring which I love (thank you Julie), but girls, what gives? It’s really not that heavy, I’m the same size as Julie and I have no problem loading up the bag and carrying it around every day. Maybe it’s because I’m a mother of two small children and I carry them around every day as well so I’m used to carrying a lot of weight around, lol!

Seriously though, these bags are so solid and look so good that if I did have a problem with the heft I would hit the weight room to build up my muscles so that I could carry mine ;)

]]> By: Lorraine Grant http://the-gadgeteer.com/2007/08/31/saddleback_leather_company_briefcase/comment-page-1/#comment-31227 Lorraine Grant Wed, 04 Mar 2009 21:30:28 +0000 #comment-31227 Hi Julie, my bag is the same as this one here and I can hardly carry it when I have my kit for university in it. It weighs in at 14lbs and that's without any lunch etc. How do you guys manage to heave it about? The women who own one must be very strong! Hi Julie, my bag is the same as this one here and I can hardly carry it when I have my kit for university in it. It weighs in at 14lbs and that’s without any lunch etc. How do you guys manage to heave it about? The women who own one must be very strong!

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