Tank Backpack

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100 Year Warranty

Design of this Full Grain Leather Backpack

This is the 4th Edition of the Squared Leather Backpack and has been refined over the years to what it is now. You'll see old pictures with a fat flat handle, but the new one is high and thinner. And it's still over-engineered. It has no breakable parts like buttons, magnets, or zippers and it's still reinforced with rivets through and hidden polyester strapping at all stress points. In addition, this newest edition of this leather backpack is made from only two large solid pieces of leather instead of three, which means that there are fewer seams on this backpack to tear apart. This leather backpack has a laptop pocket on the front exterior and one in the back that can fit a 17" laptop. Both tall side pockets have a hidden pocket behind them for quick access or for sticking in longer things. The lower and side d-rings on the backpack are great for securing on tripods, blankets, and or dirty and wet shoes. The shoulder straps are minimal, but with a comfortable and adjustable shoulder pad to distribute the backpack's weight where you need it.

Details

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

Dimensions (W x H x D) 

  • 12" X 17.5" X 6"
  • Weight: 5.50 lbs

MATERIALS

  • Full Grain Leather
  • Pigskin Lining
  • Custom Stainless Steel Hardware
  • Industrial Marine-Grade Polyester Thread

Materials used to make the Best Full Grain Leather Backpack

Full-grain leather is the strongest and most water-resistant leather you can use for a backpack, and we use the thick version of it. Like boot leather, but a tad thicker. Then we line it with pigskin, which is tougher than cow leather. Finally, we sew the leather backpack together with a very expensive German industrial marine-grade polyester thread that doesn't deteriorate in the sun as nylon thread does. The hardware is our custom 316 Stainless Steel hardware. I believe we are the only company in the world using such strong hardware to make a leather backpack. The buckles can hold up to a 750 lb. bag of cats without breaking. It's kind of like killing a fly with a shotgun, but I tell you this, you'll never have a problem with hardware breaking on your backpack. If it does break, it'll either be an excellent story or an unfortunate one.

Benefits of a Leather Backpack or any Full Grain Leather Bag

There are many advantages of a leather backpack. Let us start with a full grain leather bag will develop a beautiful patina over time and tell your story. The more you use this backpack, the better it looks. This will also protect your belongings from the elements better than some synthetic material. Full grain is the most water-resistant, so a little rain won't hurt it. That's what you get with high quality leather goods. Another significant advantage of our Squared Leather Backpack is that it's virtually impossible to tear.

Makes a Perfect Leather Laptop Backpack

This Tank of a backpack is not for the faint of heart. It's big but not pretentious, and it's built to last. This is the one if you're searching for a leather backpack that will allow you to haul around your 17-inch laptop and gear easily. It's also perfect for traveling as it fits everything you need.

A Perfect Carry-On Large Leather Backpack

You should not have problems getting through TSA with this as your carry-on backpack. It's a perfect size and has plenty of room for everything you need while still being small enough not to be a pain. This is an excellent backpack for a fun weekend trip, or work trip, with enough room for your laptop plus maybe a change of clothes, and whatever other gear you might need.

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  • 5
    Coolest Backpack Ever

    My backpack is the discontinued, classic tank backpack, which is not identical to this squared backpack, but it's the closest one, and they look very similar, so that's where I'm leaving my review. I've had my backpack for 3 years and I've taken it everywhere. I use it as a range bag, where it gets quite heavy with 70# of guns and ammo, but it carries the weight as well and as comfortably as anything possibly could. And I don't worry for a minute about it breaking. If I can lift it, then it hasn't reached its weight capacity. I use it as my hiking bag. I know there are lighter bags with more pockets. but I like this one more, so I take it anyway. Not up Mt. Everest or anything, but basic 5-10 mile hikes. Contrary to popular belief and advertising, the Saddleback Backpack is hydration bladder compatible. It's also my carry-on every time I fly. Fits under the seat, and they didn't charge me for it as a carry on on Jet Blue. I get compliments on it from baggage handlers, friends, random strangers. I've had some good backpacks in my life, but none that make me feel as great as this one. Highly recommended if you're on the fence.

  • 5
    Well Worth the wait

    I have coveted a nice leather briefcase since graduating undergraduate school 23 years ago. Circumstances and budget kept my desires subdued until now. God has finally blessed me with the ability to invest in a nice leather bag. On 3/21/16 my Squared leather backpack arrived. I was not disappointed. The craftsmanship and engineering is unparalleled. The bag is heaven but all of the reviews I have read say the same thing. However the bag is very comfortable. I am a train bus commuter with a max 7 min walk daily. No problem! The bag is comfortable. I would not recommend this bag to small people. I am 5 foot 9 200. A small person may not like this bag. This bag is an heirloom I will pass down from generation to generation.

  • 5
    Squared Backpack

    Just buy it! You won't regret it. Carries my iPad Pro/MacBook, cables, water bottle, other gadgets, change of clothes, and more. Perfect for a quick weekend trip. Have received a lot of compliments on it.

  • 1
    Design Issue or Unfocused Tech Support?

    I purchased this bag in black and really enjoyed using it and was able to pack a lot in it.. I stumbled across a design issue where the buckles on the side pockets were mounted too low to accommodate taller items. I could not buckle items that are about an inch taller than the actual side pockets.. I tried to get SBL to fix or exchange, but they did not acknowledge the issue even after sending pictures of my bag vs. other similar backpacks. After a call and more than a dozen emails with tech support packed with their useless cute talks, I ended up getting a gift certificate for a refund. Happy to get my money back, but very frustrating that I could not get an exchange or have them fix the bag.

  • 1
    Design Issue or Unfocused Tech Support?

    I purchased this bag in black and really enjoyed using it and was able to pack a lot in it.. I stumbled across a design issue where the buckles on the side pockets were mounted too low to accommodate taller items. I could not buckle items that are about an inch taller than the actual side pockets.. I tried to get SBL to fix or exchange, but they did not acknowledge the issue even after sending pictures of my bag vs. other similar backpacks. After a call and more than a dozen emails with tech support packed with their useless cute talks, I ended up getting a gift certificate for a refund. Happy to get my money back, but very frustrating that I could not get an exchange or have them fix the bag.