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Read MoreThis is the 2nd edition of the Thin Front Pocket Leather Backpack with a few changes that I think you'll love. The original backpack was everyone's favorite, and we rarely got a complaint. Still, I made some slight changes that may be overkill, but they're more consistent with our lowest possible seam-feet approach to design.
---This slim leather backpack is still built without breakable parts like zippers, magnets, velcro, or snaps. It is still reinforced at all stress points with hidden polyester straps and strong rivets. At Saddleback Leather Co, we build full grain leather designs that stand the test of time. Breakable parts are things you find in a department store backpack, not here.
---The body of this slim leather backpack is still only built with two big solid pieces of leather, but now all three front pockets of the backpack are all made of just one solid piece of leather. You see, the fewer seams a leather backpack has, the fewer seams there are to start a rip. And not only that, but we only allow 5 stitches per inch of our seams, so there is more leather between holes and, therefore, fewer holes to start a tear. I once interviewed a second-generation sailmaker in New Zealand. He referred to a sewing machine as a perforation machine and said the fewer holes, the stronger the sail. That stuck with me. It's the same with this leather backpack.
---This leather backpack is entirely made of full-grain leather, the strongest and most water-resistant leather. And it's a little thicker than boot leather. We could have saved money, used something less pricey like top grain leather, or saved even more and made a genuine leather backpack. But we didn't worry about the price of the best natural leather. We wanted to make something that would last, so we used the best full grain leather.
---The Thin Front Pocket Leather Backpack has three exterior pockets with a hidden pocket behind them for quick access or for sticking in longer things. The main backpack strap has a hole at the very tip just in case your bag is way, way overstuffed. The shoulder straps have an adjustable and comfortable shoulder pad to distribute the backpack's weight.
I own (many SBL products) the Front Pocket BP, Square BP, and Simple Canvas BP (SCBP) as well. The Thin Front Pocket Backpack will be replacing my small SCBP. My favorite feature on this bag is the ability to not have to unbuckle the side pockets and stuff items behind them (i.e. cell phone, keys, etc.) when out running around. Another great thing about this BP is the round bottom and the straps being fixed to the outside edges (keeps straps off sides). Overall, this is a solid BP, that get a lot of compliments, is very flexible/organized with light loads and fits comfortably for extended use. I'm glad Dave brought this new design to the collection. I've found it very handy for classes (attending one class in a day and needed room to spare for food, snack, pens, stapler, calculator, etc.) and family use. I'm glad to see that Dave is now offering 1st Responders and retired/active/reserve military a 15% discount as of 18FEB17 ! Thanks Dave!
Posted by Brad K. | Jan 20, 2017
I have been the happy owner of several SBL bags over the years. I love the thin front pocket backpack. It is the perfect replacement for my Messenger which just a bit too large. Perfect size for my daily carry.
Posted by Walnut B. | Dec 18, 2016
Had the bag only a couple days, so not a complete review. I've owned the Large Front Pocket Backpack (LFPBP) for 3 years and have been less pleased over time. I wrote a review for it a year ago and noted a few design issues. Though similar, this is a refined version. The reposition of the lower strap to the side and the upper strap positioned slightly lower changes the way the bag is carried. My main complaint of the LFPBP was a hump formed in the top of the bag that's uncomfortable on the shoulders. I believe this is due to strap locations and the middle of the bag lacking support. If you read some of the reviews you'll see other people with the same issue, this does not seem the case with this bag. Overall better comfort. Great for EDC, but I wouldn't take it on a trip. The goal to be less cumbersome is a success, but, I feel it sacrificed a bit too much capacity. Dave also dropped D rings to make the bag lighter, so it does lack some utility compared to the big front pockets.
Posted by Collin | Nov 30, 2016
Just received my TFPBP in black. It is a little bigger than I thought it would be, but that is just fine. It is a beautiful bag. The front pocket is about 9 inches long and about 6 inches high. The side pockets are about 4 inches long and about 5 inches high. I wanted to mention this because I did not see those measurements anywhere. One the best things about this bag is the strap length. I'm an overweight person and this is the first SBL bag that has had back pack straps that fit loose! For the first time I have not had to use the very last hole! I love this bag and I plan on having it for the rest of my life. It fits well and is not too big or bulky. The leather is beautiful and it smells great! I highly recommend this bag.
Posted by Robin | Nov 21, 2016