KPL Vintage 15 Inch Laptop Messenger Bag briefcase Satchel laptop bag for Men and Women

Bag looks exceptional just as pictured. Holds my MacBook 13 in with UAG protective cover perfectly. Also holds iPad and power supplies with room for at least one large textbook or the equivalent. The smell was minimal, kind of like a wet baseball glove. It went away quickly. Arrived quickly exactly as ordered. Wrapped carefully in plastic then a cloth bag. For the price, this cannot be beat. Cow leather I think woud be thicker, but also heavier. I am soon retiring, and will not use a bag daily. I have to see how it holds up over time, but at this point, I highly recommend this bag or a 16-18 inch bag from Komal if you need more room.

My initiation reaction to seeing this bag was quite literally Thats f***ing beautiful. It came in a what looks like a vintage laundry bag, taking a second to unwrap. After taking it out of the cover, I noticed the accuracy of the other reviews, stating that the leather is damp with the oils that were used to tan it, and itll need at least a few days to dry and then be broken in. After unlatching the buckles (I love that theyre actual functioning buckles, and not fake buckles like those on a K. Cole Reaction bag). It came with a letter printed on cloth from the producer on one side and on the back side it came with instructions on how to take care of the leather (Thats a rarity within itself these days.) The bag met up to my expectations. As both a student and a tutor, I carry more than the average student. My 14 laptop fits perfectly (I got the 15 bag for extra room though). I was worried about not having enough pockets, since no other reviews have pictures of the inside, but the bag came with 4 pen/pencils holders and two medium pockets on the inside and a medium pocket on the outside (and obviously the three zipper pockets - one inside and two outside, and two dividers on the inside) - enough to carry all my books, pens, markers, mouse and thumb drives and whatever the hell I need to carry to campus for the day. I knew instantly by looking at the craftsmanship that the bag was well design and built, using quality goat leather, strong rivets, buckles and hooks. The only thing that slightly confused me was the shoulder attachment. The strap came in two separate pieces that latch onto the hooks on the side of the bag, then attach to each other via a buckle in the middle. It took me a minute to figure out that the shoulder pad itself was attached to the opposite side and needed to be passed over the buckles to put into working position. It was user error on my side not thinking about how it worked. I love this bag & im happy I didnt end up buying a Samsonite or K. Cole Reaction. This has a lot more craftsmanship, personality and style. I would buy it again in my next life. 5/5.

I dont ever review, but I did a lot of reading before buying this bag. First impressions - fantastic quality, smell is not enough to even get my attention (my dog was excited about the package so it is leather), perfect size for my 13 macbook, enough storage to make me happy - Im a teacher so Im thinking files of papers, a few small books. I will return if issues develop to update, but for the moment - Im excited!

The bag is perfect! Fits a 15 inch laptop perfectly snug. You wont get away putting a 16 incher in there (maybe diagonally) The bag came wonderfully packaged with A LOT of care. All the buckles and metal parts were meticulously wrapped in padding. A personal two-sided letter written by the owner and designer was included detailing CARE INSTRUCTIONS and facts about leather. By the way, some people have complained about the bags leather appearing lighter than in the picture. DO NOT WORRY - the leather starts to darken the moment you start using it. This is a terrific product from a really friendly company!

UPDATE: Just wanted to add to this, after having used the bag for a bit. Its still lovely and wonderful, still smells like leather (but not to any overwhelming degree -- more like, Oh yes, this really is leather!), still fairly stiff though becoming slightly more flexible as I use it more. Ive carried it almost daily since purchased and nothing has rubbed off on my clothes, nor has it caused any other issues. I mostly bought it because my old bag wouldnt fit my laptop when I needed to carry it. This one fits my 13 laptop nicely in a padded sleeve, with room still to put things in the main compartment. I dont think the color has changed too significantly, but it still looks great. I get compliments on it all the time! ------ I understand that the making of these bags is not an automated process and, I imagine, different purchasers have different experiences, but I cant imagine what others are describing when discussing an overwhelmingly bad odor with these bags. When I opened my bag, my first thought was that it smelled like a new couch (I dont have much leather in my life). Aside from that, the bag is beautiful and solid. I only just got it yesterday and understand that itll soften some with time and use, so the straps that fit into clasps are pretty stiff at the moment, but I imagine after I work them a bit theyll be great. The bag doesnt feel especially oily or anything...again, I dont have much leather in my life, so I dont have much knowledge of what new leather is like, but I know that it is treated prior to sale. I used it while wearing a white skirt today and had no sort of rub-off or residue on my skirt, for whatever thats worth. Sorry Komal, I apparently dont have the language to describe a good leather experience! However, Komals customer service is excellent. I actually bought several bags before this one -- first the 18 inch, which wound up being pretty big/bulky for my 52 female form, and then a 14 inch bag which unfortunately wouldnt fit my laptop because it tapered at the top (which is such a shame, because it was a gorgeous bag!). I spoke with him about the returns and he assured me that theyd be happy to accept them and continue working with me as I found the right bag for me. The 15 bag isnt overwhelming for my size and fits my laptop perfectly, which is typically the largest thing I carry around. It would also fit a binder and/or several books, I believe. The inside is covered with a nice green fabric and has a good number of pockets for those of you who are actually organized. Great purchase, excited to see how it ages!

After A LOT of searching, I finally bought this bag, and I am beyond thrilled with it! The quality is absolutely amazing and it feels like it is going to last a very long time. First thing I did before using it was to completely cover every inch of it with waterproofing spray because I want to make sure that nice leather stays that way! The storage and the number of pockets is perfect. To name just a few things it fits comfortably...my laptop, charging cords, flashlight, knife, pistol and spare mag, power bank, vape mod and juice, and lots more with plenty of room to spare! Its extremely comfortable to carry, the strap is very strong and solid feeling, and the latches hidden behind the buckles are nice and convenient. And personally, I love the smell of the fresh leather. Its very evident that they take great pride in making these bags and the personally signed note is a great added touch too. If this bag ever wears out, I will definitely be buying another one, if not sooner, just to make sure I have a backup in case they ever stop making them.

I bought three; one for me and two for gifts and I could not be happier with this purchase. It is difficult to find quality leather products unless you are looking for a simple belt or wallet. Komal is a true artisan and it is evident that he takes great pride in his attention to detail and he listens to what his customers say. For example, one question, posed in 2015 , asks if the shoulder strap is removable. The answer at that time was, No but now it is. I received an unexpected surprise with the two that I purchased as gifts. For the two gifts, I paid Amazon the extra money to deliver the items in gift bags. This was unnecessary. While Amazons gift bags are not that pleasant, they do save me the time it would take to wrap the gifts myself. However, I found that Komals products already ship in a bag that is far nicer than what Amazon provides. If you buy this as a gift, do not pay the extra charge for Amazon gift wrapping. I also have one caveat that you need to know. I have a 15 inch MacBook Pro and it fits very snuggly in this bag. It is so snug that I cannot place it flat. Instead, I must insert it diagonally. Over time, I expect the leather to stretch so this will become less of an issue but it would be better if the bag was an inch wider. You should also know that the actual color is a couple of shades lighter than the image. It is more of a tan than a dark brown. I suspect this is due to variations in the source materials but it is not an issue for me.

This laptop bag, is awesome. From the moment your package is opened, you can smell the wonderful aroma of tanned leather. The bag came inside of a nice cinch sack made of a polyester material with a “Komal passion leather” patch sewn onto it. The bag itself was wonderfully and meticulously packaged to ensure that no damage would come to the leather or fastenings themselves. The craftsmanship of this bag speaks for itself. It has sturdy, double stitching and you can feel the durability in the build of the bag itself. I would highly recommend this bag to anyone who wants a leather laptop bag. The price is right and the craftsmanship of the bag speaks for itself. 10/10 would recommend.

Wow! So impressed with the quality of this product for the price! I never leave reviews, but am so impressed with the quality and durability of this genuine leather bag (that arrived carefully packaged and with care instructions and a personal “thank you”) that I couldn’t not pass up the chance. I am so pleased with this purchase. Highly recommend these bags!!

This messenger bag is exactly what I wanted. The leather looks vintage and the bag is very well made. The shoulder strap is removable and adjustable which is good for me. The inside is roomy enough for a 15 apple laptop and a Microsoft Surface as well as a small 1 binder. The messenger bag comes shipped in another beautiful storage bag to protect it when not using it. Ive had lots of compliments on the messenger bag since I started using it. There is a minor odour when you open the bag up but in my opinion it smells somewhat like spices and is not offensive. If the odour bothers you, you may want to leave the bag out of the packaging for a day or two before use. All-in-all, it is a great messenger bag for an amazing price. Im 100% satisfied so far.