Heavyweight Classic Messenger Bag

Reviews of Heavyweight Classic Messenger Bag

1.) Durable, lightweight, fantastic
Reviewed by: Marsh S. Currently in the UK
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I bought this bag my last year in school and it was great for carrying books and notebooks, pens, water bottles, flashdrives, and all those other things students carry around.

Then life got weird.

Over the past two years this bag and I have been to sea. I've carried it across Europe. We've explored the caves and jungles of Cambodia, and rowed down the fjords of Denmark. This bag has become one of my most trusted possessions.

When emptied it can be squeezed into a ball and tossed in a corner, or stuffed in a larger bag. It's roomy and comfortable, machine washable.

My criticisms are few and forgivable but worth mentioning. The zipper on the inside pocket broke just a few short months after buying the bag and hasn't worked since. As one reviewer also mentioned, the forward metal loop (the loop that connects the strap to the bag where it hangs under your arm, depending on how you wear it) twists lenghtwise. This will not cause the loop to open, but it wears into the canvas of the bag itself. It's not a huge issue, I've had this bag loaded to the brim and walked miles in it, but after over two years I expect the canvas to tear very soon. It's frayed about 60% of the way through.

The buckle on the strap squeaks a little on occasion when walking. It has gotten on my nerves from time to time, but for the most part it doesn't squeak, and when it does a simple shifting of the bag solves the problem.

But seriously, I've never had a bag put up with so much and be so useful.

It's not waterproof and not the best bag for a laptop. My laptop fits nicely in the bag and I have carried it many times, but it isn't padded or waterproof and as a result isn't the best bag if you carry your laptop regularly without a laptop sleeve.

Despite all that I highly recommend this bag. I mean, this is just a green canvas bag and I could write another 20 pages on how trusted it's been. We've been to museums in Paris and ridden elephants in Asia, soaked in the rough waters of the Atlantic and carried groceries home from the store.

This is a great bag.

2.) Very good bag.
Reviewed by: dparrothead1 Orange Park, Fl
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I am very impressed with the quality of this bag. I use it mainly for carrying my things to work and back. It easily holds my lunch, drinks and cd's. Would recommend this bag to anyone and will most likely deal with this company again.


3.) Awsome bag and great service.
Reviewed by: Carlos R.T. Oregon, USA
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Awesome bag! A man bag, this aint no girlie-man bag. I bought this to tote my work gear, lunch bag and respiratory therapy stuff, and odds n ends. Plenty of space and tough enough to just toss anywhere. Nice thick shoulder strap for toting along on hikes and vacations. Easy to get to your junk on the move. Army Universe was quick to get this to me I ordered on a Saturday and recieved on following Friday.

4.) Great rugged carry all
Reviewed by: china blue
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I ordered this last Christmas(07) for my husband. He has used it daily since then. It looks just as it did when it was purchased. He uses it to cart all kinds of things around, from flashlights and some tools, to cell phone and other personal items. This bag will stand up to regular use, and the adjustable strap is very comfortable to use either over the shoulder or across the chest for more security. Would buy again.

5.) Great bag at a Great price
Reviewed by: canyongirl utah
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I gave this to my daughter for Christmas and she says it is a perfect bag for her. Her laptop fits in it along with her normal purse items and books. She loves all the pockets and the easy access to the inside. At the price I paid, it was a great gift!

6.) Good gift
Reviewed by: A. K. Gibson
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I got this as a gift for my boyfriend to replace his old one which was very similar, so needless to say he liked it. It seems pretty sturdy and is able to carry all his books. As long as you're okay with velcro where the flap connects to the bag, there shouldn't be a problem.

7.) Great bag, excellent value
Reviewed by: Braedon Lipnick Earth
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I am a person who frequently pays top dollar for items of high quality.
Though I certainly wish the material quality of this bag was a bit better, it is still more than worth the price.
I have several bags that I use for college, from makers ranging from 'Fossil' to 'Kakadu', but this one gets twice as much use as all the rest.
It will hold my computer, notebook, and textbook perfectly.
Extremely valued by me, I will most certainly buy another in the near future.

8.) Jack Knows His Bag!
Reviewed by: The Fantastic Mr. Fox Charlotte, NC USA
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This lightweight and rugged "messenger bag" -- the famous Jack Bauer bag from the hit series "24" -- is spacious and versatile. As a adjunct college professor, I can carry a whole course load of material easily: textbook, grade book, assignments, notes, and my laptop, AC cords and all. I've owned several bags costing more, but this tops them all. This is a terrific value for the money.

With this bag, you'll show everybody that "you know Jack" when it comes to hauling you stuff and saving cash.

9.) Great product, arrived promptly
Reviewed by: Ms. Gemma Nicholls
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Product arrived well before the estimated delivery date which was great. Boyfriend loves the bag and it was exactly the one he wanted.

10.) Love it.
Reviewed by: Rich Morrison New York
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I love this bag. It came a lot sooner then I thought it would. It's spacious and you can keep a lot of stuff in it without it looking bulky.

11.) Great Bag.
Reviewed by: Party Monkey Maryland
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This is a great and heavy duty bag. This is perfect for carrying anything from a laptop to loose papers. The shipping from the seller was also fast.

12.) Great Bag
Reviewed by: Think Tank san diego, california United States
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Love this bag it has served me well over the last month at work. I work in ship repair so my bag has seen a lot of use through tight, dirty, and active work areas where it is exposed to harsh working environments. It has held up nicely with no signs of wear, it is however very dirty.

The bag has easy to access (roomy) compartments and it doesn't feel cheap, but rugged. The side pockets also hold bottled water securely (20oz).

There is only one thing I did not like about the bag. The main flap only has velcro to secure it shut "Damn it" and maybe some sort of buckle or button would have improved the design but this is by know means a deal breaker. The velcro, however, does provide quick access to your nine millimeter if you happen to encounter a few Tangos while you are out and about saving tens of thousands of lives from imminent doom.

I do worry sometimes about the contents falling out depending on where I am working but this has not happened. I used this bag at Disneyland a couple weeks ago and nothing fell out while I was on the roller coasters so thats a good sign.

I have recommended this bag to friends and family and I will probably order a couple more for backups because knowing my luck I will someday wear it out and want another one only to find out it has been discontinued.

I highly recommend this bag but if you are like me I also carry my laptop in it. This bag does not have a laptop sleeve or any sort of protection for one so be sure to get some protection. LoL sounds like a condomn ad.

13.) Exactly What I Wanted
Reviewed by: A. Kayne
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This bag was a great buy. Rather than dropping twice that cash at a department store, this simple but durable bag really does the trick. I am able to fit 2/3 books along with my laptop and charger, no problem. I would caution you to use a laptop case, there is no padding to speak of. A cheap sollution is to slide you computer into a FedEx bubble pack, it gets the job done. Also be warned that the top of the bag does not have a zipper, but this hasn't been an issue for me.

14.) The official Jack Bauer bag!
Reviewed by: AJB007 Ashburn, VA
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This is the one and only Jack Bauer messenger bag/man-purse/murse.

I like it a lot and I have been using it as my shooting range bag, but don't expect to overstuff it...however the side pockets are pretty nifty...good for extra magazines etc...I would keep the weight to a minimum since the shoulder strap is not padded...but certainly a must have for Jack Bauer fans at a great price.

15.) Heavyweight Classic Messenger Bag
Reviewed by: Martha Lovera
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Very awesome item. great condition just like advertised.
plus super fast free shipping.
great seller

16.) its just what i wanted. i love it!
Reviewed by: B. Squibb
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this bag is perfect. its just what i wanted. i can carry my college work in it and my laptop.

17.) Magic Bag
Reviewed by: Big Ben New York, NY
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The bag has lots of inside and outside pockets, including a little section inside with a zipper. I was concerned at first that the velcro flap was not secure, but it not a big deal. The bag looks good, and is a good deal. I would recommend it and buy again.

18.) Great Bag
Reviewed by: "Car Guy" Fayetteville, AR
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I've been carrying this bag around for about a month now and it's held up great. I've carried books, clothes, all kinds of stuff in it and it hasn't show any signs of wear. The material feels study, but is still soft and movable. I highly recomment this bag to anyone.

19.) Great bag for school
Reviewed by: hens
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This bag is very sturdy, from reading other reviews it seems like this wouldn't be worth the money, but when I first received it I was very impressed with the look, design, ruggedness and sturdiness of this bag. My advice is to not take someone else's review as a basis for buying a product, try it out and find out for yourself

20.) Pleased
Reviewed by: Matthew M. Thomas
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The product is excellent, and the shipping was VERY fast. I much appreciate the exemplary customer service. I look forward to business in the future.

21.) Good bag, just a few tweaks
Reviewed by: K. A. Rhodes Goleta, CA
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I've had this bag for about three months now and pretty much adore it. I take it back and forth with me to work, it's a good size to hold snacks, purse, couple packets of paper, and the front pockets work well for my cell phone and chargers. I even keep my keys in the side pockets.

A few things I'd change, though. It's completely open, so I'm glad I don't travel by foot or bus or somewhere crowded where someone could just reach in and pull things out. And the one side of the handle likes to twist the bracket holding it to the bag, I'm afraid the metal is going to bend at some point and open so that I'd have to find a new bracket. Oddly, just the one side does that.

22.) Good Product
Reviewed by: ttapW
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I like it.

Something to take note of is that velcro is used for securing the big compartment of the bag.

23.) Fairly Heavy, Fairly Floppy, Wrong Color
Reviewed by: beanlobe California
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I can see how this might be a useful bag for some. For everyday use, I think it's fairly heavy (especially with a book or two inside), and flops around/flops open. The color was a medium to dark grey, rather than the dark green/olive in the description. There were also two snags in the fabric on the front - I'm sure they're inevitable, but I'd prefer to start clean and do my own snagging.

I've returned this produc.

24.) Good while it lasts...
Reviewed by: A. Sahni
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This bag, while great at what it does, is not very durable. The straps fray at the metal brackets and something will eventually give... my strap just broke today. The metal bracket has a joint that is unprotected and wears away at the fabric of the bag or the strap.

If you're looking for something that lasts more than a year, avoid this product.

25.) BAD QUALITY
Reviewed by: A. G. Dharmadasa COLOMBO-07, wp Sri Lanka
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Well the bag looks good and the size/pockets are perfect but the material is very rough. I remember walking around with it and getting my legs bruised. I got it washed a few times and then the thread came off. Since then I have not used the bag. Must give it one more try.

Features of Heavyweight Classic Messenger Bag

* With 2" wide adjustable shoulder strap and brass hardware. * Heavy duty 100% cotton canvas. * Approximately 15" x 11" x 6". Product Description Product Description Dark olive-green messenger bag has an enormous main compartment, inside zipper pouch and 4 outside pockets for your school or travel supplies.

1.) Fans of 24 have seen there hero carrying this bag!;
2.) Great book bag made from heavyweight, unwashed canvas;
3.) 4 outside pockets;
4.) Adjustable shoulder strap;
5.) 15" X 11" X 4";

Package Height x Length x Width: 19 in. x 19 in. x 13.1 in.
Package Weight: 1.35 lbs.