The Gate | Brown

The bag is roomy and the straps are comfortable. I carried it over my shoulder for hours in the airport just because I could. It has enough stuff for four days. It fit snugly in small planes' overhead compartments. My size 12 men's boots fit perfectly in the shoe pocket.

It's lovely. The zippers are heavy duty and all pockets are lined with a durable silk-like material. There are no problems with opening and closing. There is also a zippered pocket on the main liner. The outside pocket is spacious, and the bottom shoe compartment is a thoughtful addition. The large outside pocket does have a buckle clasp that must be undone, rather than magnets, but since this is a travel bag rather than a brief or messenger bag, that's probably a plus because it's more secure. The strap is extremely comfortable and the handles are well balanced. Even when fully loaded, it's still quite comfortable to carry for any distance. Smells like leather. Even the luggage tag is leather. Elegant and will last forever. Buy with no worries.

This bag's quality and value EXCEEDED my expectations! There is almost no odor. I left it in my basement for a day, and neither I nor my family noticed any odor. It has a natural leather odor, as it should because it is made entirely of natural leather and NOT plastic (PU).

I bought this for my husband. He wanted a bag that appeared more mature than a gym bag. The bag appears to be very sturdy. My husband appreciated the fact that his full-size shampoo could fit in pockets upright. The leather smell was noticeable on the first day, but it faded after a few days. The bag is easy to carry thanks to the shoulder strap. He is overjoyed with it.

Corresponds to a bag of excellent quality.