Leather crossbody bag messenger satchel tablet bag 11 inches for men and women by KPL (Brown)

MORE than what I expected!
Updated review:Here I am, almost 5 years after my original purchase. My original bag still works, but has been abused to the point I fear the shoulder strap will eventually break where it was mistakenly cut at some point. I said I would be back, and I can’t be more grateful that this bag is still being manufactured with some wonderful updates to the design. I LOVE the addition of strong, sturdy metal clip style buckles that can be used in conjunction with the standard buckles. The straps are also slightly shorter which leads to a much cleaner look than the original. My ONLY complaint is that I must wait for it to break in once more, but I know, without a doubt, I will be back in another few years to replace this daily staple! Pictures of the old and new bags have been added so you can truly appreciate just how gorgeous this bag will become once it begins to soften with regular use. It’s hard to believe this is actually the same bag, but I promise you will not regret investing in such a beautiful and practical bag.Original review:First of all, I want to thank Komal’s Passion Leather for one of the best unpackaging experiences of my life. From the moment you first open the box, you know that this seller truly cares about their product. The leather satchel I purchased was much more protected than I would have imagined. The bag was inside of another small drawstring satchel made of a beautifully printed material which was inside of another clear plastic bag which in turn was taped securely around its contents.Unpacking Experience:When I removed the leather satchel from the drawstring satchel, my first impression was that it is, for once, everything it was advertised to be and more. Not to mention, every piece of ANY clasp that could have potentially damaged the leather in transit was very well covered by cellophane and/or thin packaging foam. Beyond that, the protection was still VERY easy to remove. It took just a few minutes to pull the protective materials from no less than 7 places on the bag. The level of care taken in preparing this bag for shipment and safe arrival is phenomenal!But wait! It gets better! Above and beyond that, there is a “Thank you” letter and care instructions on a piece of beautiful raw paper that was hand signed by Komal. The contents of the letter not only thank you for the purchase but go into the process taken to naturally cure and prepare the product. This bag is “100% handmade from genuine unprocessed leather and is tanned using traditional Sun tanning process and vegetable oils. No chemicals are used during the making of this bag.”The Bag Itself:The bag is breathtaking! It has 2 outside zippered pockets on the front and back as deep as the bag itself, 1 buckle pocket on the front middle, an interior zippered pocket (again, as deep as the bag itself, and 3 sections on the interior of the bag. One of these last 3 pockets is almost the entire depth of the bag. (This is the pocket where my 10.5 inch iPad Pro will likely call home, though one of the two thinner spots may work as well if you do not have a case on yours.) The other 2 pockets are great for papers, thinner wallets, your cell phone, a small notepad if needed, maybe to hold a few pens??There is still plenty of room after placing my iPad into the satchel to allow for my basic needs. I can easily still fit my glasses case, my apple pencil case, my wallet, phone, and other daily wants and needs within this bag without overfilling it. I will be carrying this bag for many years to come. The amount of thought taken to fully maximize this bags potential through the creation process is rare to find these days. The stitching is perfect on every seam (Trust me, I looked. I was sure something HAD to be wrong somewhere.). I have no doubt that this bag will last me for many many years and grow more beautiful with each passing season as it ages. I may have received this at a reduced price, but having this in hand I would have happily paid the original asking price or MORE for a bag of this quality.In closing, if and when I decide I need to replace this satchel, upgrade to a larger one, or just want some variety in my life, I will likely search for Komal’s Passion Leather first. This is a truly special item, and will NOT disappoint. Enjoy!!

UPDATED REVIEW
Original: I love the look of the bag. I love the attention to detail, both in the product and the company. However, I received this item on Jan 24, VERY much looking forward to taking it out and about town immediately, but the smell is SO BAD that I have not been able to do it, yet. I immediately unpackaged the bag, and had it sitting out in my room airing out. My whole room started smelling bad. I figured I’d just have to deal with it, since I live in a cold, snowy place, and can hardly leave it outside. Now, more than a month after airing it out, it seems the smell is no fainter. It does not smell like leather (it IS leather–I do not doubt that), which smell I love. It literally smells like a cross between barnyard animals and infection (I’m a nurse–other nurses will know what I mean by the smell of “infection.”)I want to love this bag. Shoot–I just want to USE this bag! Since I haven’t, I can say nothing yet as to its durability. It seems quite sturdy and well-made. I do not blame any of this issue on the craftsmanship, nor to shed bad light on the company; I’m sure it’s the process they use. I just wish they used one that other leather shops use that…leave products smelling like lovely, luxurious leather. This smells anything but. :(UPDATE: I contacted Komal to ask about options for getting rid of the smell. She immediately responded, and offered to fix the problem by exchanging the bag. She was professional, helpful, courteous, and very efficient. I have not seen the new bag yet, but I fully expect the craftsmanship to be just as great on the second one. She made the issue right!

Love, love, love, love it!!!!Soft and beautiful looking. The leather starts to develop a petina in just a few days and within a couple weeks looks as if it was from the wild west era. The size is perfect for daily use. I have my 7inch tablet, phone, sketch book, coloured pens, pencil, straight edge, wallet, keys and reusable shopping bag with no problems. However, that’s at it’s capacity. Absolutely no extra room. But with all the compartments, everything stays organized and safe with no bulging. After treating the bag only once with with a light treatment of mink oil, the bag became a beautiful colour and is practically water proof. I’ve even worn it in heavy rain with no issues. I can relate how beautiful and enjoy this bag is. I highly recommend it to anyone. And at that price…. I mean come on…. Even if it was a crappy product (which it is most definitely not), it would be a great deal. You cannot loose.

Alles für den Alltag passt in diese schöne Tasche, natürlich keine Bierkiste , aber für einen Tagesausflug oder Kurztrip, Tabak, Handy, Landkarte, Kompass, Mütze , Brille, und noch anderer Schnickschnack – alles hat Platz und das in einer kleinen Umhängetasche – bin stolzer Besitzer dieser !

I bought the bag for my grandson. He absolutely loves it. It hold so much with out be big and cumbersome. Strong and exactly as advertised. Beautiful leather.Excellent choice and purchase