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KomalC 16 Inch Buffalo Leather Briefcase Laptop Messenger Bag Office Briefcase College Bag for Men and Women
Last Updated: August 14, 2020 (Refresh Now)
9.6
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999
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219
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Build Quality
395bag, high quality, messenger, stitching, looks
+94%
-6%
" ... I wish the flaps were about 1/4" longer to make the closure a little easier, but I guess most people don't overload their bags as I do! ... I'm going to celebrate its birthday by giving it a leather conditioner treatment. ... "
" ... I used mink oil to help waterproof it and keep the leather fresh and durable and it made my bag a bit darker. ... "
" ... The brass buckles were all wrapped in plastic to ensure great condition. ... The literature teacher I work with has a leather (not buffalo leather) messenger bag that he bought for a comparable price on Amazon. ... His has zippers on the front poaches and it’s definitely a softer leather. ... Where his bag rubs on his hip, it has changed the color of his leather, which he personally likes. ... I just wonder how long the softer leather will hold up next to the buffalo leather. ... "
" ... The bison leather is quality and you can tell it's durable. ... Even the feel of the canvas lining was impressively soft. ... "
" ... Beautifully constructed and the buffalo leather gives it that gorgeous distressed look I was seeking. ... "
" ... The leather has broken in nicely and is smooth and supple. ... I cannot stress how nice the stitching and seams are. ... "
" ... I bought mink oil to apply it but fear it will darken the leather more than my liking. ... "
" ... Do you like leather? ... I love the smell of leather. ... "
Storage
334pockets, messenger, bags, laptop, carry
+99%
-1%
" ... I spent 2 years looking for just the right bag. ... This bag is made very very well. ... "
" ... I've been using it a few months, and I love the bag! ... "
" ... Chose brown and love this bag. ... "
" ... Him and the bag. ... "
" ... The bag allows for quick access to a zipper on the back and 2 front pockets. ... The straps adjust to allow for more items in the bag. ... "
" ... This messenger bag does exactly that. ... The pockets have plenty of room for miscellaneous items like business cards, headphones, etc. ... "
" ... We ordered 2 of the same computer bags but in different sizes and both are beautiful. ... "
" ... This is a great bag. ... "
Size
240carry, laptop, travel, briefcase, messenger
+99%
-1%
" ... Great bag, high quality. ... "
" ... If you’re looking for a similar bag or even looking at a even more expensive bag, look no further - go with this bag! ... "
" ... I will look more professional when I meet with clients and out in the field with this bag. ... It seems well balanced when I have everything I need to carry for the day in the bag. ... I will take the extra second to get into my bag. ... "
" ... and I really needed a quality work bag. ... "
" ... If you’re looking for a similar bag or even looking at a even more expensive bag, look no further - go with this bag! ... "
" ... It is simply a great quality briefcase for the money. ... "
" ... Really like this bag, using it for a breifcase rather than a laptop bag. ... "
" ... I have used this bag everyday since I got it. ... I carry my laptop and other various tools in it, easily 10 pounds of weight. ... "
Design
174leather, bag, well made, beautiful, look
+99%
" ... He really liked the look and quality and that it seemed very well made. ... "
" ... The looks of the bag are a 10/10. ... "
" ... It looks amazing, and I've gotten several compliments about it while out and working. ... "
" ... - Good Picket Design ... "
" ... It’s bery sturdy and stylish. ... "
" ... The bag is nice and very stylish. ... "
" ... I think the bag will look even better over use in time. ... "
" ... It’s well made and looks great. ... "
Fit
125leather, pockets, buckles, laptop, flap
+88%
-12%
" ... The bag fits much more than I had expected. ... "
" ... I have a 15" laptop and it fits very well (no extra room). ... I wish the flaps were about 1/4" longer to make the closure a little easier, but I guess most people don't overload their bags as I do! ... "
" ... My laptop is a Dell G7 15.6 laptop and it fits in their perfect even with it's weird shaped back edge. ... "
" ... The straps look like they buckle, but they actually clip into place under the buckle. ... "
" ... My laptop is a Dell G7 15.6 laptop and it fits in their perfect even with it's weird shaped back edge. ... "
" ... It fits my 14.5" laptop perfectly. ... "
" ... It’s design is such that everything is easily accessible but secure. ... "
" ... The straps adjust to allow for more items in the bag. ... "
Price
112bag, worth, especially, worth the money, point
+100%
" ... It's very nice and worth every penny. ... "
" ... Well priced for for the quality! ... "
" ... The craftsmanship is excellent, particularly for a bag under a hundred bucks! ... "
" ... This case is easily worth double the price paid. ... "
" ... So glad I went with this one instead, at a lower price and much better value. ... "
" ... Perfect bag for a great price. ... "
" ... I am blown away by the attention to detail in this bag, especially for the price. ... "
" ... For the price, the best. ... "
Comfort
106strap, bag, shoulder, shoulder strap, looks
+92%
-8%
" ... It looks new but still comfortable worn and I like that. ... Feels like good quality and has held up well. ... "
" ... The latches that secure the flap over the top are solid and adjustable, as is the shoulder strap. ... "
" ... I would guessed $300 for a bag very similar quality to this the leather as soft and smooth. ... "
" ... I smells wonderfully like leather when you press your nose up to it. ... "
" ... Early days yet, but I look forward to seeing how the leather "ages" into a more flexible texture. ... "
" ... And I look really good when wearing it. ... "
" ... I can tell by looking at it, that it will age very well and get that "worn" look that looks so excellent. ... "
" ... I can't wait to see how it wears and takes on its own 'personality' over the years. ... "
Cover
79messenger, leather, really nice, laptop, high quality
+96%
-4%
" ... I am a bag hound, and always on the lookout for a good laptop/all around bag. ... "
" ... I really like this messenger bag. ... It is more of a minimalist messenger bag. ... "
" ... After a lot of research, I finally opted for this messenger bag. ... "
" ... Him and the bag. ... "
" ... This bag is made very very well. ... "
" ... This is a really stylish messenger bag. ... "
" ... The bag is perfect. ... "
" ... I simply adore this bag. ... "
As Gift
61husband, christmas, loved, son, bag
+100%
" ... This was a present for my grandson's 16th birthday. ... "
" ... Gave this bag to my son as a Christmas gift and he loved it. ... "
" ... it was a gift and my son loved it ... "
" ... My son in law absolutely loved his Christmas present. ... "
" ... I ordered this bag for my boyfriend as a Christmas gift and was so impressed with it that I bought it again as a gift for my brother. ... "
" ... Bought this for my husband for Christmas. ... "
" ... I bought this as a gift for my husband. ... "
" ... I bought this for my husbands birthday gift. ... "
Marketplace
47seller, thank, picture, amazon, photos
+94%
-6%
" ... Thank you very much! ... "
" ... I am another satisfied customer. ... Good product, vendor and service. ... "
" ... Thanks for such a quality product. ... "
" ... One of my Best Buy’s on Amazon to date! ... "
" ... Product came on time. ... "
" ... Just as described ... "
" ... See attached photos. ... "
" ... it’s as good as it looks in the image. ... "
For Travel
35bag, trip, leather, traveling, backpack
+100%
" ... This thing gets abused daily, goes through TSA, gets rained on, bumped into things and still holding strong. ... "
" ... Like a good pair of hiking boots or a cherished baseball glove that’s not a bad thing. ... "
" ... I bought this bag for work use, primarily traveling to client offices and construction sites for meetings. ... "
" ... Now my laptop can travel in style. ... "
" ... Prior to a trip overseas, I was searching the web high and low for an affordable but good-quality leather satchel to use as a carry-on for my laptop and personal items. ... "
" ... One airline trip complete! ... "
" ... I'm taking it on a trip and fit a lot of items in it. ... "
" ... Also used it on a couple of flights as my 'personal carry item'. ... "
Band
31leather, straps, stitching, thicker, shoulder strap
+90%
-10%
" ... The leather, stitching, strap and hardware are all gorgeous. ... "
" ... The retention strap does a fine job of keeping that pocked closed, and I don’t think I’ll have any issues with my Surface, or the charger ever wriggling out of that compartment. ... The strap is adequate for carrying the bag, and the construction is fantastic. ... "
" ... Early days yet, but I look forward to seeing how the leather "ages" into a more flexible texture. ... "
" ... I bought one, gave it a great review and then a clasp continued to fail to latch. ... "
" ... The leather feels & looks good, the fabric lining feels heavy enough to last a long time, I appreciate that the shoulder strap is leather on top & webbing on the other side to make it last. ... "
" ... I would have liked a thicker strap. ... "
" ... The strap is a bit thin, but def strong ... "
" ... The leather is thick and sturdy, the stitching is tight and the hardware is solid. ... "
Delivery
28received, condition, shipped, nicely, delivery
+100%
" ... I am in IT and packing around equipment is the norm. ... "
" ... This is a handsome well-made product, expertly packaged and shipped. ... "
" ... This is a handsome well-made product, expertly packaged and shipped. ... "
" ... It arrived quickly and was packed nicely. ... "
" ... Came quick, well package. ... "
" ... It arrived quickly and it was in perfect shape when I got it. ... "
" ... He has used it everyday and it is still in flawless condition! ... "
" ... Arrived on time without any issues. ... "
Device Compatibility
21room, laptop, 15, bring, pro
+100%
" ... office paperwork and computer ... "
" ... I have gotten complements on it and there is plenty of room for my IPad and my laptop. ... "
" ... I ordered the 15" version for my 2018 MAC Book Pro fits in it perfectly. ... "
" ... I use a 13” MacBook Pro and 2 iPads, with attendant power cords for those devices, Apple Watch and Apple Pencil, and need to be able to bring it all with me wherever I go. ... "
" ... More would be useful for small devices (cell phone, wallet, etc. ... "
" ... It is the perfect size for my 1e inch MacBook Pro, with room to spare. ... "
" ... It is the perfect size for my 1e inch MacBook Pro, with room to spare. ... "
" ... So far it’s been great for work and for my laptop and tablet. ... "
Color
20bag, leather, slightly, look, wanted
+100%
" ... Like the color, I wanted a more darker color, but looks a lot nicer in person! ... "
" ... The leather’s color is rich and I think over time the bag will look better and better with use. ... "
" ... The second bag is a slightly different color (Leather is like that). ... "
" ... The second bag is a slightly different color (Leather is like that). ... "
" ... Color and looks are cool. ... "
" ... Also, and importantly, I have not noticed any color bleed on clothing. ... "
" ... Very dark in color amd smells like the south end of Chick Fil A mascott. ... "
" ... Color and looks are cool. ... "
Charging
20laptop, pens, pockets, brick, spare
+100%
" ... The internal pockets are relatively deep and about 3.5' wide, I can fit the MAC charger and cable in one pocket, keep a highlighter and spare pen in pen holder and the other pocket holds a portable Hard Drive and its USB cable. ... "
" ... The laptop compartment is working just fine for my small Microsoft Surface, with just enough room for the charging brick in there as well. ... "
" ... This one is perfect for my laptop, charging brick, iPad, Surface, note book, wallet, phone, badge, and a bag for my cables to get through the day. ... "
" ... I am always on the go and it usually carries 2 textbooks, 1 Macbook Pro, 3 folders for class papers, Samsung Galaxy tab s4, charging cables, phone, pens, etc. ... "
" ... This bag protects my work laptop with plenty of room for charge cords, drawings and anything else you could want to carry. ... "
" ... Everyday at work, I load it and unload it 6 times with my 15 inch Mac Book Pro, a couple of large files, charging block (when needed) graphing calculator, pens etc. ... "
" ... The laptop compartment is working just fine for my small Microsoft Surface, with just enough room for the charging brick in there as well. ... "
" ... This one is perfect for my laptop, charging brick, iPad, Surface, note book, wallet, phone, badge, and a bag for my cables to get through the day. ... "
Product Reliability
19month, weeks, bag, week, update
+74%
-26%
" ... I looked around for a few months before finally purchasing this one and am so glad that I did. ... "
" ... It's obviously of great quality, and will last at least 10 years, maybe longer. ... "
" ... I've had it for a year now and I only have positive things to say about it. ... "
" ... I've been using this briefcase for the last month and so far so good. ... "
" ... will last me a long time ... "
" ... I looked around for a few months before finally purchasing this one and am so glad that I did. ... "
" ... I haven't tested the longevity beyond 10+ years, but I expect to still own all KomalC products for longer then that. ... "
" ... I've had this for a few months now and I use it daily. ... "
Product As Described
16photos, pictures, looks, shown, lighter
+81%
-19%
" ... Better then the pictures online. ... "
" ... See attached photos. ... "
" ... From the photos I thought it would come with a “distressed” look. ... "
" ... Actually roomier than it appears in the photos. ... "
" ... it’s as good as it looks in the image. ... "
" ... Just as described ... "
" ... I bought the distressed tan one and mine was slightly lighter in color then the pictures. ... "
" ... It also looks better then the images online. ... "
For Kids
12loves, bag, school, absolutely, perfect
+92%
-8%
" ... My son in law absolutely loved his Christmas present. ... "
" ... I gave it to my husband for his birthday, and he absolutely loves it . ... "
" ... My son in law absolutely loved his Christmas present. ... "
" ... Husband loves it! ... "
" ... As a postdoctoral researcher, this is the perfect bag to transition from a starving graduate student to a young professional! ... "
" ... The perfect fit for a man with class diring his college years! ... "
" ... My son loves the vintage look of the bag. ... "
" ... I can’t speak of its longetivity as I’ve not owned it for very long, but it survived a hectic start of the school year! ... "
Mouse
10mouse, pens, chargers, 15, supplies
+100%
" ... Holds my 15 inch MacBook Pro, three dongles, adaptor, power cord, Lightning cord, mouse, network cord, and other small things comfortably. ... "
" ... The inside is roomy and fits my laptop, planner, pens/pencils/office supplies and all of my notary supplies. ... "
" ... Holds my MacBook Pro 15 2018, iPad pro, power chargers, notebook, pens, and plenty of more room. ... "
" ... My wireless mouse dongle catches when I put it into the bag, so I have to tilt it. ... "
" ... I can fit my laptop, mouse, charger and lunch in the bag and it doesn’t feel stretched or over packed. ... "
" ... The buckles are of high quality and it easily fits my laptop my binder, two cell phones a tablet chargers, mouse and my wallet and car keys. ... "
" ... The buckles are of high quality and it easily fits my laptop my binder, two cell phones a tablet chargers, mouse and my wallet and car keys. ... "
" ... It is a perfect size to hold a 15 inch laptop snugly, plus a few notebooks, calculator, pens, etc. ... "
Touch Sensitivity
10nice, personal, note, even
+100%
" ... It even had a little note from KomalC that I thought was a nice touch. ... "
" ... a nice touch ... "
" ... Great personal touch . ... "
" ... The letter is a great personal touch. ... "
" ... Oh, and the signature from the the owner is a nice touch. ... "
" ... a nice touch ... "
" ... Love it, great product with a personal touch. ... "
" ... Love it, great product with a personal touch. ... "
Memory
9school, needs, laptop, files, carry
+100%
" ... Has plenty of storage. ... "
" ... The storage capacity is just right for my needs as someone who carries a padfolio and a few papers, but mostly relies on a laptop and digital docs. ... "
" ... The material feels amazing, the storage capacity is exactly what I was looking for and it looks awesome! ... "
" ... Just right amount of storage. ... "
" ... Lots of alternate storage for everything else as well. ... "
" ... It has a very sleek design and holds a lot of essential school/office supplies, files, and tech. ... "
" ... I bought this bag for my husband who is a teacher and needs to carry files from school to school. ... "
Cables
8take, road, drives, cords, accessories
+100%
" ... It fits well as does 3 notepads, phone cables, and a small toolkit. ... "
" ... I also got a pencil bag and power cord holder from the maker. ... "
" ... I've loaded it with my MacBook, accessory cables, journals, books, pens, and more. ... "
" ... I've loaded it with my MacBook, accessory cables, journals, books, pens, and more. ... "
" ... It has plenty of room for my laptop, portable drives, cables and accessories and more. ... "
" ... It has plenty of room for my laptop, portable drives, cables and accessories and more. ... "
" ... There is another major compartment that can hold lots of stuff, I keep my other USB cables in a satchel in there. ... "
" ... There is another major compartment that can hold lots of stuff, I keep my other USB cables in a satchel in there. ... "
Ports
8drives, accessories, macbook pro, small, bring
+100%
" ... It easily accommodates my 15" MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, cables, adapters, and other accessories. ... "
" ... It easily accommodates my 15" MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, cables, adapters, and other accessories. ... "
" ... It has plenty of room for my laptop, portable drives, cables and accessories and more. ... "
" ... It has plenty of room for my laptop, portable drives, cables and accessories and more. ... "
" ... I use a 13” MacBook Pro and 2 iPads, with attendant power cords for those devices, Apple Watch and Apple Pencil, and need to be able to bring it all with me wherever I go. ... "
" ... I use a 13” MacBook Pro and 2 iPads, with attendant power cords for those devices, Apple Watch and Apple Pencil, and need to be able to bring it all with me wherever I go. ... "
" ... I’ve bundled my business cards, and obtained a couple of small pouches for extras like USB thumb drives, small cables etc. ... "
" ... I’ve bundled my business cards, and obtained a couple of small pouches for extras like USB thumb drives, small cables etc. ... "
Capacity
7well, family, plenty of room, plenty, laptop
+100%
" ... I have a 15" laptop and it fits very well (no extra room). ... "
" ... Excellent quality, well designed, ample room. ... "
" ... Excellent quality, well designed, ample room. ... "
" ... Lots of room inside for everything I need to haul around! ... "
" ... Lots of room inside for everything I need to haul around! ... "
" ... It has plenty of room. ... "
" ... It has plenty of room. ... "
Setup
5easy, care instructions
+100%
" ... The craftsmanship is stellar, and it comes with easy to follow instructions on how to care for it. ... "
" ... Very young professional! ... "
" ... Very young professional! ... "
" ... He even supplies a customer appreciation note attached with care instructions to further the longevity of his product. ... "
" ... He even supplies a customer appreciation note attached with care instructions to further the longevity of his product. ... "
Features
5would, compartments, features
+80%
-20%
" ... I liked this feature when I bought it because I thought it would be easy to open and close. ... "
" ... I liked this feature when I bought it because I thought it would be easy to open and close. ... "
" ... But, If there is an upgrade or add on for this feature- sign me up. ... "
" ... But, If there is an upgrade or add on for this feature- sign me up. ... "
Weight
5light, leather, bag, heavier, stitching
+100%
" ... It is roomy and light weight. ... "
" ... Part of the criteria for a good leather bag to me is the weight (heavier is better), and this bag is definitely substantial. ... "
" ... Part of the criteria for a good leather bag to me is the weight (heavier is better), and this bag is definitely substantial. ... "
" ... I gave 4 stars for "light weight" only because thick real leather like is used in the bag is not particularly "light weight." ... "
" ... I gave 4 stars for "light weight" only because thick real leather like is used in the bag is not particularly "light weight." ... "
Water Resistance
4oil, mink, made, darker, bag
+100%
" ... This bag is not water proof, so if you choose to make water repellent make sure you choose wisely. ... "
" ... I used mink oil to help waterproof it and keep the leather fresh and durable and it made my bag a bit darker. ... "
" ... I did apply mink oil after a few days, made it even more beautiful, darker and water resistant. ... "
" ... I did apply mink oil after a few days, made it even more beautiful, darker and water resistant. ... "
Accuracy
3say, reviews
+100%
" ... I can say they are all accurate. ... "
" ... I am here to say the reviews are accurate . ... "
" ... I am here to say the reviews are accurate . ... "
Returns
3ordered, another, would, product, one
-100%
" ... Definitely not what I was expecting and very disappointed that I can longer return it as I have missed the return window by a day. ... "
" ... This is a non starter for me and i am returning it. ... "
" ... Wish I could get a refund now. ... "
Packing
3arrived
+100%
" ... It arrived quickly and was packed nicely. ... "
" ... I am in IT and packing around equipment is the norm. ... "
" ... I am in IT and packing around equipment is the norm. ... "
Drying
3leather, feels, mink oil, mink, bag
+100%
" ... I will say that the leather appears and feels dry, but I applied some mink paste, and it looks and feels great, plus now it's waterproof. ... "
" ... I will say that the leather appears and feels dry, but I applied some mink paste, and it looks and feels great, plus now it's waterproof. ... "
" ... As you can see by the picture it is a little dry and has some scruffs but I have ordered some leather conditioner to help with that. ... "
Hair
3cut, corners, bag
+100%
" ... The bag has that amazing fresh leather smell, the leather is cut clean and is cut very thick in all the right places. ... "
" ... The build quality is really impressive and no corners were cut. ... "
" ... The build quality is really impressive and no corners were cut. ... "
Cleaning
3leather, bag, apply, oil, dry
+100%
" ... As is my custom with new leather goods, I wiped the bag down with Obenauf's Leather Oil and it took the oil really well and wasn't at all thirsty. ... "
" ... The bag has that amazing fresh leather smell, the leather is cut clean and is cut very thick in all the right places. ... "
" ... Make sure to apply mink oil for added protection! ... "
Camera
3reflect, photos, better
+100%
" ... See attached photos. ... "
" ... Better then the pictures online. ... "
" ... Better then the pictures online. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 15.6 meters