Briefcases

So far, I like this bag. It rolls easily & the pockets & sections have room for papers/articles, markers, pens & sticky flags. I wish it were a little taller & wider to fit more law books...It's really hard to find roller bags big enough for all the books & papers needed for law classes. Still have to carry a second bag. But so far, so good!"..."  Read more

When it was time to update my daily laptop and business bag, I went online and looked at hundreds of options. As a published author in my 40s, I don't want to look like a college student who just rolled out of bed, nor a banker or lawyer rushing to a board meeting. I might be interviewing a Fortune 500 CEO in the morning and an entry level production worker after lunch. So I need a bag that is 1) professional and stylish to reflect my creative field 2) big enough to handle a 15" laptop, cord, tape recorder, a few books and some file folders, but not too bulky 3) not too heavy for lugging through airports and shoving under plane seats 4) durable for the long haul and 5) ideally between $150 and $250.I eventually eliminated all leather (too heavy), messenger bags (a little too casual for my taste), "overnighter" bags (too bulky) and all nylon (too "bike messenger"). This Aaron Irvin bag is the perfect blend of everything I wanted: 1) style: the combination of ribbed nylon and black leather at the corners is really sharp 2) function: it has all the right pockets in all the right places 3) durability: the nickel-plated Swiss zippers are SWEET with a nice little heft to the hardware.I saw nice bags at $300 and $400, but that just seems like too much. Likewise, I read a lot of reviews of cheaper bags ($60-$120) that ripped apart fairly quickly. At [$], I think this is a great value.The little style elements are subtle (blue stitching around the corners on the leather, a strip of blue leather trim, and this really cool black and gray checkerboard print on the inside), but just enough to set this bag apart from the hundreds I searched.BOTTOMLINE: If you demand function and unique style in equal measures, then this premium bag at just under $200 is for you."..."  Read more

After purchasing my netbook a year ago (Dec. 2009 in Utah), I looked for months for a briefcase which would fit all the electronic gear I carry daily and more for future response as a community emergency volunteer. I considered a roll-along but concluded the wheels and handle would just add extra weight for hoisting it in and out of the car on a daily basis. This case fits the bill beautifully and, surprise, I found it in an appliance store in Montana! All the features listed in the overview are part of why I settled on this case. After 6 months of use, the only feature I haven't tried is just opening the case flat instead of removing my computer at airports, but I'll have to try that now that the first reviewer here mentioned it. Meanwhile, the Ride Alongâ„¢ slip case for adding on top of roll-along luggage takes a load off and provides security. I love the retractable shoulder strap, even though I use the sturdy, comfortable handles much of the time. There is lots of room to configure storage in lots of ways but still have my computer accessible. I can even put my netbook in 90 degrees from normal with other items alongside. I use a number of clear vinyl zipper pouches to contain cords and make them more identifiable. [@] says the CLA308-4 is made of "Ballistic Poly." This is much lighter than leather but better looking than vinyl IMO. It's also very durable. I feel confident about the material and construction protecting my gear. I am very happy with the looks and feel of the case. I am not unhappy about anything with this case, but be aware that though it may appear that there is a zipper pocket on the front of the case, there is not. That is the sole addition I would make to it. (Well, actually, in the land of wishes, I would also add incredibly light wheels that could pop out like on kids' shoes and handle for the airport, but that's probably impossible besides interfering with the open-it-flat clamshell feature.) I have to give five stars as I don't believe I can find anything that suits me better than this case."..."  Read more

Perfect for what I needed - a bag with wheels for my laptop and room for my SLR digital camera and lenses that I can use as a carry-on. It fits under the seat of the smaller planes that have the almost useless overhead bins. I used my own system of padding for the camera and lenses; had room for more other "stuff" than I have in my laptop/camera bag backpack. This is bag is perfect for me when I don't feel like lugging a backpack with all of my equipment, even though I really like my backpack. It seems to have just the right number of pockets for me."..."  Read more