Squared Leather Backpack a.k.a. The Tank

5.31 lb

18.00

16.00

8.00

$659.00
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100 Year Warranty

Details

  • 100 Year Warranty
  • Fits 17" laptops
  • Interior Laptop & Tablet Pockets

Dimensions (W x H x D) 

  • 12" X 17.5" X 6"

MATERIALS

  • Full Grain Leather
  • Pigskin Lining
  • Custom Stainless Steel Hardware
  • Industrial Marine-Grade Polyester Thread
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Saddleback Leather Review: A Carnie's story and leather backpack

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  • 5
    GREAT BAG

    I don't like readin long reviews, so I'll keep this short. Got my Squared Backpack in walnut yesterday, and it looks awesome! The bag is large, but it fits what I regularly carry daily (I didn't realize I carried that much stuff) nicely. Truthfully, the bag fits my 6'3, 225 frame perfectly. I'd read reviews discussing declining attention to detail and craftsmanship with the bags. Mine has no such problems. I received the padded straps with the bag (pleasant surprise). Add in the free wallet for Father's Day, and the 15% discount for military (thanks Saddleback) and this is a purchase I don't regret for a second. I'm done wasting $250 on bags that won't last and aren't made well. Saddleback is the way to go.

  • 5
    Great Company, Great People, Great Service!

    I want to give a shout out to Meredith of SBL Customer Service. I just chatted with her about the padded sleeves for the squared backpack. (I bought a Dave's Deal in tobacco a few months back. It didn't come with the sleeves.) When I asked about the cost of buying a pair, she offered to send them to me FREE OF CHARGE. Not only does SBL craft quality products, they empower their CSR's to make decisions without having to seek a supervisor's approval. SBL is a great company with great people who provide great service.

  • 1
    Great design

    Great design. The leather is great on the inside but feels like plastic on the outside.

  • 3
    Great Bag, Lining is Disappointing

    I've been a huge fan of Saddleback for years - this is my third bag. I've used the messenger bag daily for over four years and use the dry bag for a camera bag. Love both bags to death. I picked this up because I didn't have a proper backpack - which is probably the only reason why my wife doesn't have me sleeping on the couch after buying another Saddleback bag. This bag is not lined with that kind of rugged hard, resistant pig skin from my messenger bag four years ago. This "Natura Pigskin" is like a suede velvet type leather. While soft to the touch, it gets ugly stains when it comes into contact with leather conditioner - or honestly, anything that may spill in your bag. I don't doubt that it is still rugged, but with prices having been hiked, I'm left a little disappointed. Again, beautiful bag and exactly what I have come to expect from Saddleback aside from this caveat.

  • 5
    Great All Around Backpack.... whether it be adventure, school, or day to day life.

    I've owned (and still own) most of the backpacks (Simple Canvas Pack, Front Pocket Backpack, Simple Backpack, Thin Front Pocket Backpack). I've found the Square Backpack (SBP) to be most comfortable for college use carrying a laptop/charger safely/comfortably, textbooks, paper, binders, calculator(s), pens/pencils, etc. It distributes its weight evenly across the back (unlike the Front Pocket Backpack in Medium). I do get compliments regularly on this bag and I can definitely say this bag will last you quite some time due to it's rugged build quality. My favorite feature is the large side pockets and the ability to tuck stuff behind them when I'm out on the run and not having to unbuckle the main pockets. The reinforced handle with support bar underneath is a great feature considering I do have to take the Square Backpack on and off throughout the day. If you're on the fence about getting one, stop torturing yourself. Buy once, cry once.