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Ask HN: Recommend a nice man-bag/briefcase
So I just got my first macbook pro, YAY!, after being a Windows junkie for at least 10 years. So far am loving it. I am graduating from grad school and won't be carrying a school/shoulder bag anymore. I got an 'incase' neoprene sleeve for the 13" MBP, but I need to have a bunch of papers and possibly a notepad or two with me when traveling.
I would love to get some feedback on what a good man-bag/briefcase is, that will hold my macbook pro nicely (including adapter, which the damn sleeve wasn't built to hold...grrrrr) and also my dozens of print-outs, one or two paper/hardbacks I am currently reading, a notepad, pen, iPod, etc.
Thanks in advance :)
[edit] I am looking for functionality as well as style. Nothing too bulky and cumbersome, something sleek and executive-ish looking. Preferably something that Steve Jobs would carry around, if he wanted to hold everything I do without having his bank account.
- jason_tko 17y agoI use the Boa 3 laptop bag. It's a sturdy design, and my MacBook Pro 15" fits perfectly, and it even includes some pads for providing snug fits for smaller laptops. Plenty of places to put things, and it looks and feels very professional. It gives me all the practicality of a backpack, while looking sleek and professional. Here's a good review : http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=4360 http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=4360
- Shooter 17y agoThe bags I use are very sturdy and functional, but they're not exactly sleek or cheap: http://www.saddlebackleather.com/categories/79-SaddleBack-Leather-Briefcases-Leather-Bags http://www.saddlebackleather.com/categories/79-SaddleBack-Le... I have a bunch of them (I bought in 'bulk' to give them as executive gifts one year, and I also bought several colors for myself. Turns out I only needed one for myself.) I could sell you a used one at a discount if you like them but price is an issue for you. Even though this is probably not the bag for you, I thought I would post about mine here, because the merchant can really sell and is adept at using storytelling. Look around on his website for customer action photos and story: http://www.saddlebackleather.com/19-saddleback-story http://www.saddlebackleather.com/19-saddleback-story
- Shooter 17y agoHis straight laptop bags are sleeker and cheaper, but I like the vibe/storage capacity of the briefcases more. http://www.saddlebackleather.com/categories/87 http://www.saddlebackleather.com/categories/87
- nunb 17y agoTucano. Simple and functional portfolio type case, very slim. Also has a leather option.
- marcamillion 17y agoThank you all for your feedback. I think I am going to go with the Tucano suggestion. The Work-Out for the 13.3" MBP, is perfect for my needs.