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Wow. Just wow. I'm actually a bit lost for words. This is the bag I didn't know I have waited for all my life. Gorgeous! I'm almost 6.3 so the bag could have been a tiny bit larger, but the things that doesn't fit will go in my medium Front Pocket Briefcase. The tobacco leather is creamy, supple and the color is exactly as the pictures on the website. Fantastic. I was pretty pleased with my FPBC in tobacco, but thought it was a little dark. Guess I was right, they don't even look related colorwise - and the leather on that one is also stiffer than the duffle.
Bought one in chestnut as a Christmas gift for my wife. Absolutely beautiful. Being stationed overseas, we travel through Europe a lot and are constantly getting inquisitive looks wherever we go. I initially thought it's because we look like interesting people, but nope, it's the bag. One French woman asked if she could touch it, then asked where I purchased it. She wasn't quite understanding me so I wrote "saddlebackleather.com" on a piece of paper. She then proceeded to caress it and talk in French to her spouse. I don't parle French, but I think I know what he'll be getting her next year. Conversation starter! I will say that it can be on the heavier side. Sometimes I find myself carrying my wife's bag for her if we have a longer walk. I don't mind 'cause the bag just looks so darn good...oh, and chivalry, too. That stuff's awesome. I only wish they made a slightly larger version of the same design for those who want to pack a bit more. Highly recommend. Quality is second to none.
I have had the Side Pocket Duffle for 3 years now and it is my primary piece of luggage wherever I go. I use it as my carry on for long trips and as my main bag for short trips. The workmanship is incredible. The main compartment allows me to pack a large amount of clothing (2 pair of pants, 2 pair of shorts, several shirts/T-shirts and a sweater if need be) and the side pockets are perfect for socks, underwear, belts etc. I have easily packed a weeks worth of clothing into this bag. I have had no issues with this bag and look forward to many years of use out of it.
This is a Tank of a bag, the versatility is sick! it's a gym bag, a weekend bag, a short trip bag, an overnight bag, a luggage bag, i have checked this thing in and took it with me on the plane, i have taken it to the forest, snow, desert, it has travelled with me all over the world in harsh environments and it's awesome! it has started discussions, and debates on sustainability... buy it!
I own a couple Saddleback bags now, and I love them both. After I broke the duffle bag in, it has been a great bag. But... after traveling all over the world with this bag, I have to caution people that this bag is heavy. That awesome durability comes at a price. If you plan on walking a lot with this bag, take the weight into consideration. 5 undershirts and 5 underware, 3 shirts, two pairs of pants and a toiletry bag, and the bag weighed in at 25lbs. It isn't like a 25lb backpack, it is 25lbs swing around and banging your hip with every step. If I have to walk a long distance, I end up shifting the bag behind me.
