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I originally purchased this satchel to house an A5 journal as well as a fountain pen case and I was going to put it in my Front Pocket Backpack or Tank. While that does work and it keeps everything protected, it's overkill. Instead, I found a far more practical use for it: a bag for shotgun shells when shooting clays. Yes, it does get a bit loaded down but it does the job incredibly well. If you shoot shotguns, then I recommend giving this a try. I wasn't pleased with any of the other shell bags I tried and this has the well-known Saddleback quality. You can't go wrong. Five Stars.
Okay ladies and gentlemen, This is THE one! Over the past decade or so I’ve purchased and carried numerous Saddleback bags and could never find the sweet spot for a light day carry bag. The original pouch was too thin and so difficult to unload with large hands. But, this one can’t get any better. Still only one piece of leather for the body but it’s sewn in a way to have a nice large opening to reach in and be able to see inside it. The style with the buckle instead of the toggle makes it look and feel much more premium over the pouch. It’s about as masculine as a small leather shoulder bag can get guys… but, the gals will love it too! Dave, dusty carbon in this one PLEASE!!!
I've had this bag for about 5 months now and have used it most every day when I'm going out. If it's a longer day out, I'll take a bigger bag, but this is perfect for going out for a few hours. Anything that might be slightly too big to pocket is a great contender for what to stuff in here. Or just take the regular things out of your pocket. My main use case for this was to be able to bring my e-reader around with me. I wanted to use it more than my phone but didn't have a good way to carry it. The Kobo Libra 2 with the Sleep Cover fits *perfectly* in this bag and leaves room for a sunglasses case, inhaler, 5 hour energy, and a little room left over for a small camera (Olympus XA) or a flash for a bigger camera or my wallet if I don't want it in my pocket. I also carry a little bag of medicine and such in the back. Usually forget about it until I'm very glad I have something for heartburn. Another layout is a water bottle and a compact umbrella, to give you a sense of the size. My one complaint is that the strap is very very long. I'm a skinny 6' guy, so it's expected, but cinching the strap up all the way but it below my waist and letting the strap all the way out put it comically at my knee. I modified the strap by cutting it and adding my own holes to be able to raise it all the way up to my abs if I'm worried about someone trying to put their hands in the bag. I think there should be an option to buy a shorter strap as I couldn't quite nail the look from the factory. There is no padding on the strap, but there's also not a lot of space to weigh down the bag, so no issues there. I've considered adding an outside D ring to one side and a pen holder to the other, and maybe that would make a good version 2, but all in all I love this bag. Highly recommended.
I absolutely ADORE this bag. It fits a notebook, colored pencils, an art book, and my sketching book just fine! The only downside is the strap is so long that even at it’s shortest the bag sits right above my leg, and I’m 6’2”. Will buy a leather punch soon
After much deliberation between Chestnut and Saddle, I opted for Chestnut. I may have to get the Saddle as well. First of all, I was pleasingly surprised by the size of this bag. Often I get bags that are a little small, and in the photo, the arrangement of the two pens made me think this bag was a tad on the small size as well. it is in fact a very roomy crossbody. I carry two change purses, a notebook, various pens, a tissue pack, and all this fits with room to spare. I like the easy closure, and that my phone goes in the outside back pocket so I don't need to root around in the bag for it. The strap is plenty long for anyone to wear crossbody. This bag is getting softer, as is the strap which suits me perfectly. It is lined of course in the pigskin, well-made and a good value for the money.
