Details
- 100 Year Warranty
- Fits all 17" laptops
- Hidden Pockets Behind the Pockets
Dimensions (W x H x D)
- 12" X 17" X 7"
MATERIALS
- Full Grain Leather
- Pigskin Lining
- Custom Stainless Steel Hardware
- Industrial Marine-Grade Polyester Thread
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There is no luck in making a quality leather backpack. And this leather backpack with pockets is no exception. It was purposefully designed with no breakable parts like zippers, snaps, or velcro. And any stress spot is reinforced with Polyester straps hidden beneath the leather and riveted. The body of this leather backpack is built with just two big pieces of leather, which means there aren't many seams. The fewer the seams, the stronger the backpack because backpacks come apart at the seams before anywhere else. And then we only sew 5 stitches per inch, so there are as few holes as possible. Quality can be measured in Seam Feet (how few feet of seams a bag has. We made that term up).
---This backpack is made out of strong materials. The full grain leather is very tough and more resistant to water. The lining is made from pigskin, which is even stronger than cowhide. The hardware is made from 316 Stainless Steel, which is very strong and will not rust. The thread used to sew the backpack together is Polyester, which does not deteriorate in the sun as nylon thread does.
---The leather of this backpack is the strongest and most water-resistant we can find (full grain), and then we line it with pigskin, which is stronger than the cow skin. It's rare for a low-quality company to use full grain to make a leather backpack because it's so expensive. When I say "Full Grain Leather" I mean that it still has all of the tough, tightly woven fibers on the top of the hide.
---Most companies shave off the scars and blemishes from the top of the hide (watch how they shave it here at minute 6:30) and shave off the strongest and best part of the hide (the grain) while doing it. They shave it down to genuine leather. They do it, so they don't have to cut around the marks and throw those pieces into the trash as we do. We throw away 25% of the hide. They don't throw hardly anything away. But since it still has leather, they can call it a genuine leather backpack. It will not last nearly as long and is missing the beauty.
---Vegan leather is ridiculous. It doesn't even make sense. It's usually polyurethane or PVC, which is a plastic. Do you want to wear a plastic backpack? No? We don't want you to either. You and I both know that will not last longer than your carebear backpack as a kid.
---I know using 316 Stainless Steel custom hardware is kind of like killing a fly with a shotgun, but we did it anyways. Check that one off the list of potential problems. Our large pieces of hardware on our backpacks are rated strong enough to hold a 750 lb. bag of cats before it gives. Seriously, I hope you google it to understand more. If your life is going to depend on any metal, let it depend on 316 Stainless Steel.
---We sew it all together with thick and strong Polyester thread. It's industrial strength and doesn't deteriorate with exposure to the Sun's UV rays like Nylon thread does. This Leather Backpack is very strong from the nature of the materials we use.
---We know not everyone has the same style. So this leather backpack with pockets comes in four different colors. The light tan color (called Tobacco) develops a beautiful patina over time. There's also Dark Coffee Brown, Chestnut (reddish brown), and Black. So find the style that will suit you.
---The interior main compartment has enough space for your 17" laptop, a charger, other electronic gear, some personal items, your passport, a book, or possibly a few books. You could probably even fit a monkey in there if you had to. But we wouldn't recommend that. This is a very durable leather bag with plenty of room.
---We want this leather backpack to be easy to carry on and off your back. So we made the most comfortable straps that are easily adjustable. This makes for easy access as you take it off to grab something out and toss it back on your back.
I bought this bag towards the end of 2018. I returned it a couple times cause the stitching was bad but third time was a charm and now I’ve had this bag ever since. I really love it because of its versatility! I’ve carried to this to the beach, to work and to the lawyers office. This is seriously a nice bag. Get compliments on it and it’s really rugged and tough. It’s my go to travel bag.. Currently my first and only bag from SBL but perhaps more in the future. Developed some nice patina after almost 3 years. (:
Posted by Antonio Ramos | Apr 19, 2022
This was my first Saddlback bag ever. I now own three so I'm going to same mostly the same thing about all over them - they're my favorite gear ever. I'm a woman, and I buy only from the "men's" collection. So personal opinion, would love to see this perhaps labeled adventure or rugged, or whatever.. just not "men's". Just like I think some guys would like the 41 line... I think it would open a whole new demographic. If not, that's ok, I kinda like the exclusivity of it too :P . I first started with the Front Pocket Leather Backpack, since I was traveling all over the world launching operations for a startup in places like Africa, Australia, and SE Asia. I needed something I could throw around a rickshaw, or withstand the elements of the desert or outback while protecting my expensive gear - laptops, drones, navigational equipment, DSLR, and my notebooks. That backpack was ALL that plus looks. Got complimented everywhere, plus I could take it into meetings and still look professional. Next I bought the Rounded Leather Satchel when I moved back to the US and needed more of a low key briefcase type that could hold my Macbook Pro 13". I knew it was a gamble, but unlike the description.. it actually fits mine - just at a slight angle and no case. It's still got the rugged look I love that tells people I have a story, looks great if I take it on a short outdoor adventure (backpack style), or wearing a business suit and heels to go to a meeting. MEN and WOMEN love it. Now, I got the Baby Beast for my bf so he'd have a gymbag/carryon replacement. After I saw my brothers' Baby Beast in action while we traveled Mexico (when all else fails and there's no more room in the truck... USE THE DAMN STRAPS.. and these bags will securely attach anywhere. I promise no end of sierra curves or topes (speedbumps) will knock these bags off). So I had to get one for my bf.. but the truth is.. I'm claiming shared custody on this one. Bottom line, if you like adventure (man or woman), this is the line. Sometimes I travel to remote parts of the world and sometimes I just like going into town with my satchel. Either way, I love knowing that the expensive crap I like to buy can be protected by Saddleback leather and the last thing I want to worry about is the durability of my gear protecting it. And I like looking good doing all that. Now I'm working on my Private Pilot's License... so next on the list is the Flight Bag. The adventure continues.
Posted by Crista Casas | Mar 14, 2022
I've had this for several years. It's my "under the seat" airport bag. It holds several 15 inch Macbooks, toiletry bag (also from Saddleback), clothes, and whatever else I need. It never leaves my side when I'm on the road. Every year it gets more character and charm. Is it expensive? Yes. But man up and "buy once, cry once".
Posted by Craig L. | Sep 01, 2021
As a very non-traditional executive, I reject most traditional executive practice and privilege - such as my refusal to wear a suit and carry a brief case. My Saddleback Backpack holds all the paper and files I need, my laptop, notebook and a few hand tools. And a change of clothes if my wife and I get away for the weekend. And a flashlight, tent and sleeping bag if I squish it hard enough… I get compliments on my backpack routinely and gladly share where it came from - thanks for an awesome product!
Posted by Daniel J. | Jul 22, 2021
Lifetime purchase. I travel quite often to Africa and this bag has been my wingman. From where am settled, I can bounce from place to place and spend a night because everything I need is in this bag. And the tobacco color works great on not showing dust. Thanks Dave and your team.
Posted by Kenn K. | Apr 14, 2021