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    A Reasonably Priced Messenger Bag

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by visiom88, Aug 17, 2010.

  1. visiom88

    visiom88 Notebook Evangelist

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    Good morning, NBR,

    I'm looking for a messenger bag to carry around my laptop to school. My budget is around $50 USD, but I'm willing to pay up to $70 if there's a really good product.

    I prefer canvas-type of fabric in casual or vintage style, and want to avoid anything shiny like nylon or polyester. I don't want the laptop compartment to be large since my laptop is a 13.3" thin-and-light notebook and I want to carry my notes and probably a couple of books, too. If it has a little pocket for a smartphone, that'd be also great.

    I've looked into Ben Sherman messenger bag but noticed that some reviewers didn't like its poor build quality, like threads popping out within a month. Since I've been using my current bag for more than 10 years, I want my next one be as strong.

    Thank you all in advance. :)
     
    visiom88, Aug 17, 2010
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  2. SCE_Sobek

    SCE_Sobek Notebook Evangelist

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    try ogio hiphop messanger bag..dont let the name fool you..its not in a shiny suit like diddy :)

    EDit: nvm the current line has a bunch of designs...the ones i saw were last year models maybe..they were plain grey and plain brown
     
    SCE_Sobek, Aug 17, 2010
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  3. jetstar

    jetstar Notebook Deity

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    Use the Laptop Bag Finder at ebags.com for more options.
     
    jetstar, Aug 17, 2010
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  4. visiom88

    visiom88 Notebook Evangelist

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    I was already using ebags.com and figured that there are too many to choose from. :D

    The Laptop Bag Finder, however, doesn't seem very accurate. It lists several bags for 14" laptops not compatible with my laptop, while the laptop compartment dimensions are listed more than large enough.

    By the way, is Fossil any good brand for a bag like this?
     
    visiom88, Aug 17, 2010
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  5. Vogelbung

    Vogelbung I R Judgemental

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    Well - the prices are somewhat north of what you mentioned, but the company does have a good rep. You might like to take a look if you're looking for something multi-year-lasting. The advantage of something like this is that it will most likely last you well beyond school. Whether that's worth anything is... well, up to you.

    JACK SPADE | BAGS | Computer Bags
     
    Vogelbung, Aug 18, 2010
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