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    traditional 15" laptop case

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by gt1209, Mar 22, 2008.

  1. gt1209

    gt1209 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Would like to find a tradition laptop case with shoulder pad. Budget is $50 (includes shipping + tax). It needs to be big enough to fit a 15" T60 and it needs to arrive at my home by next Friday, 28th. Is there any other website you would recommend besides newegg? (just want to consider other options)
     
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    ebags.com try that.
     
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    Check out Targus on Amazon.com. Great selection at reasonable prices.
     
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    Consider the Samsonite L45.
     
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    Thanks for the suggestions. I'd like to share my experience with you by reviewing the case that I ended up buying:

    I ended up buying "SUMDEX Black 15.4" Impulse Tech-Town Notebrief-Black Model PON-431BK - Retail" from newegg.com:

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16834998266

    The funny thing about it is that the item is in "deactivated" status after I've bought it. I was planning on giving it a review but I couldn't due to its deactivated status.

    I think it's a good bang for the buck if you're not willing to spend more than $30. My 15" T60 fits in it perfectly. The handle is padded by foam so it's comfortable. There are a lot of extra slots and space available for office supplies, and it also comes with a pencil/pen bag.

    The big disadvantage, in my opinion, is the shoulder pad. It's hard. I wish it was as comfortable as the handle. Because of that, I wouldn't recommend this bag if you're traveling a lot, or even from building to building on campus.

    Another disadvantage is that the sleeve does not have enough pad to protect the laptop.

    Overall I wouldn't buy this bag again. It's too late for me to make the change now because my wife is leaving for China within a day. She seems to love the extra features offered in her case though. I guess Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder.

    If you know a particular case that would fit a 15" T60 (4:3) nicely, with a comfy shoulder pad and good protections for the laptop, please share it with me/others.

    I'll check out Samsonite L45's reviews.

    Thanks,

    Gene

    Samsonite L45 looks good. I'll keep that in mind next time.
     
    gt1209, Mar 28, 2008
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