Brenthaven Professional 17 Backpack for MacBook Pro 17" and other slim 17" notebooks

by Brenthaven

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 12 x 18.8 inches ; 3.9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 5.8 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00008XRSQ
• Item model number: 3240
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: November 12, 2005

Product Description

Designed to fit the MacBook Pro 17", the Professional 17 Backpack is the perfect companion for the professional who wants protection, comfort and craftsmanship.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Too awkward for everyday use--3.5 stars, June 2, 2005

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H. Cassell (Portland, OR) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Brenthaven Professional 17 Backpack for MacBook Pro 17" and other slim 17" notebooks (Personal Computers)

The best thing about this bag is the padded, removable sleeve that fits the 17" PowerBook perfectly. It's the one place that I feel that my $3,000.00 computer is safe from damage, both cosmetic and serious. I use the sleeve all the time (which can be ordered from Brenthaven direct for $39--a steal); that being said, I don't take the backpack itself around with me much. I find it to be too big and clunky to travel with. I like the fact that there are a lot of pockets available to me, but I never use them all, since I always carry a handbag. I also think the backpack is unnecessarily heavy. It weighs nearly four pounds EMPTY. When you add the weight of a 17" PowerBook (seven pounds) and an assortment of binders, books, and other office supplies (say four pounds, though it's usually more), that's an uncomfortably heavy bag, especially if you have to wait in customs. There is a severe lack of quality bags that are big enough to handle the 17" PowerBook so in terms of that, the Brenthaven backpack is the best on the market. Recommended but only due to lack of competition.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars good product, August 4, 2006

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Alan W. (Seattle) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Brenthaven Professional 17 Backpack for MacBook Pro 17" and other slim 17" notebooks (Personal Computers)

I've used Brenthaven products in the past. They're well built and well thought out, and this backpack is no different.

I've been looking for a backpack to hold my 17" MacBook Pro, and also have room for my dSLR case. I wanted the backpack to look smart for when I'm travelling for business, but not too flashy either. Also, I wanted it to be small enough that it could easily be carried on an airplane, and even slid under the seat if not too full. This pack seems the perfect size. It's also perfect for everyday use, whether you're meeting a client or just going down to a local cafe.

I've spent a lot of time looking at backpacks and had a lot of near-misses. Many of the backpacks listed on websites with dimensions that should fit a 17" laptop, actually don't.

Good product. I can recommend this.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great backpack!, March 24, 2007

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A. Coppola - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Brenthaven Professional 17 Backpack for MacBook Pro 17" and other slim 17" notebooks (Personal Computers)

I purchased this for my Macbook Pro. It has lots of pockets and has excellent construction. The warranty is excellent. My only suggestion would be wheels and an extension handle. I primarily use this when I am on a trip and it gets heavy when lugging it through an airport. I haven't seen a better one, though!