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    T61 (14.1 inch) case/sleeve ... what do you use?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by nishijb, Oct 20, 2007.

  1. nishijb

    nishijb Notebook Enthusiast

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    While I am awaiting my T61 from Lenovo, I was wondering what you are using as a case for your 14-inch T61. I am looking for something with a slim form factor. A low profile sleeve would be ideal, but I would also be interested in what cases you have found to be good. Specific brands/models would be great...Thanks!
     
    nishijb, Oct 20, 2007
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    I would suggest a neoprene case, as i already have a regular jansport daypack which lacks the bottom cushions. So, getting a neoprene sleeve would provide the cushioning as well as scratch resistance (apart from the nice rough finish of thinkpad) and water proof ability to your thinkpad. Also, you can simply carry your thinkpad in the sleeve if you are moving inside your office/library etc. Sleeves give me more flexibility than a laptop bag.

    Also, a good neoprene case can be found in amazon and else where for under 15$
     
    krish vijay, Oct 20, 2007
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    panteedropper Notebook Deity

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    i have a northface recon backpack for casual days, and i use a tumi t-sport laptop messenger bag for dress up days. Would highly reccomend both.
     
    panteedropper, Oct 21, 2007
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    smoothoperator Notebook Evangelist

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    are you looking to use this case/sleeve independently of any other cases/backpacks etc? if so I have been using an Archetype from Tom Bihn with my T61p 4:3. It fits my Computer and ac adapter perfectly. Its basically a zippered sleeve with carrying handles and loops for a shoulder strap.
     
    smoothoperator, Oct 21, 2007
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    Screw it i just throw it in my backpack. its a thinkpad afterall.
     
    braddd, Oct 21, 2007
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    Yes Bradd, just depends how long you want the finish to last on the lid, as its fairly soft
     
    KnightUnit, Oct 21, 2007
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    i've got zeroshock III and a yavapai northface backpack

    slick combination.
     
    tyeh26, Oct 21, 2007
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    Check out the Boot from Spire...$30 and should fit the T61 perfectly.
     
    coryb, Oct 22, 2007
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    Does anyone know which case would fit the 14in WS with a 7 cell batt the best? I would prefer a neopreene case
     
    eyecon82, Oct 22, 2007
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    i'm looking for the same thing right now. -- a low profile protective sleeve for use in a messenger bag.
     
    zizek, Dec 15, 2007
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    Waterfield should have sleeves for everything. If they don't have your specific specs -- just give them the dimensions and they will make a custom one for your laptop.

    www.sfbags.com
     
    tsidneku, Dec 15, 2007
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    I am looking for a case and sleeve (high quality and water-resistant) that work well in both business and casual environments. I like the SF Bag sleeves, but I would prefer a sleeve that zips.
     
    t61zenbvgq, Dec 19, 2007
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