Brenthaven Edge I Sleeve (Black) for 13" MacBook

by Brenthaven

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 14.5 x 2.5 x 11.8 inches ; 1.8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FREJQO
• Item model number: 2270
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 6, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The new Brenthaven Edge I features the CORE Protection System, which provides six sides of maximum protection from the bangs and bumps of daily life. The slim design is custom fit for the 13 inch MacBook and perfect for the individual who needs heavy protection in a lightweight case (only 1.6 pounds). Use the padded removable shoulder strap to carry the Edge I as a sleek shoulder case, or remove the strap and flatten the retractable handle to use as a sleeve inside another bag. An external back pocket fits your daily newspaper or files and of course, the bag comes with Brenthaven’s legendary lifetime guarantee.

Case Features:

• Custom fit for 13" MacBook
• CORE Protection System
• Slim design can be stored inside another bag or carried alone as an ultra-slim case
• Back slip pocket for tickets, newspaper, files etc.
• Rugged ballistic nylon that will keep your bag looking good for years to come
• Weighs only 1.6 pounds
• Removable padded shoulder strap and retractable handle.
• Durable metal hardware, stress point reinforcements and coated oversized zippers
• The legendary Brenthaven Lifetime Guarantee!

Specifications

• Color: Black/Grey
• External Dimensions: 14.5 inches wide by 11 3/4 inches high by 2.5 inches deep
• Internal CORE Dimensions: 12 1/4 inches wide by 8 3/4 inches high by one inch deep
• Volume: 426 cubic inches
• Weight: 1.6 pounds

There's no safer place than a Brenthaven.

Product Description

This sleek and lightweight sleeve is the first to offer great laptop protection! Brenthaven's custom fit CORE Protection System shields your computer from impact while the compact design provides the style and versatility youÕve always wanted in a laptop case. Designed to fit the 13.3" MacBook.

Compatibility

• MacBook 13.3"

Ecological Advantage

This laptop case is made of high grade ballistic nylon. This is an extremely durable fabric that will truly last a lifetime. Brenthaven believes this is more environmentally friendly that buying an organic cotton or hemp bag that will last a few years and need to be replaced.

In 2008, Brenthaven embarked on a new initiative called Zero Impact in which their ultimate goal is to achieve 'carbon neutrality'. Their strategy is to reduce what they can through smart business practices and offset what they can't through investments in green initiatives that positively impact the environment. This commitment includes:

• Investing 5% of profits into green projects that positively impact our environment
• Reducing packaging and using biodegradable plastic bags
• Printing marketing materials on recycled paper and using soy-based inks

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars MacBook fits well and is protected., December 7, 2006

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Michael A. Brown "maniacmedia" (Salt Lake City, UT USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Brenthaven Edge I Sleeve (Black) for 13" MacBook (Personal Computers)

Just bought a MacBook (Core Duo, Black, 13.3") and wanted to make sure it was protected. After looking at the various cases available, I settled on the Brenthaven Edge I in Black. The computer fits into the well padded case snuggly. The hard edges give it a more structured look than many of the sleeves available these days. But it's still small enough to fit into a standard backpack when necessary. The handle and shoulder strap are both well-constructed and should maintain their integrity for some time to come.

Be warned, you'll have to carry the power converter separately, as there is no room inside. The Front Row remote fits into the inside pocket nicely though.

After searching several outlets, Amazon has the best price currently available.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very nice, March 31, 2007

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Rustybear "lambchoppy" (Brooksville, Florida) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Brenthaven Edge I Sleeve (Black) for 13" MacBook (Personal Computers)

This Sleeve is very good looking and smart. Only thing I don't like is that the 13" Macbook JUST fits in it. Therefore when zipping it up the zipper does catch slightly on the macbook.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Protects nicely; very tight, March 7, 2007

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GMCG (Vermont, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Brenthaven Edge I Sleeve (Black) for 13" MacBook (Personal Computers)

Although advertised as a sleve, this is more like a zip-able briefcase. I was pleasantly surprised by how tough and protective the case is. Corner protection, often a weak spot in these designs, is exceptional. The thing provides a very nice combination of slim design and thorough protection. I'm not in a financial position to run Mac-dropping experiments, but I suspect this could take some very hard knocks.

A few caveats:

The fit is tight, and I would have some misgivings about overheating the MacBook by running it fully seated in the case, as this would tend to block the main heat vent. There is just barely enough room in the back pocket to get a wireless mouse and power supply. Great for transporting the MacBook; probably less ideal for running it seated in an open case, although this problem is going to be present in almost any case.