Case Logic XNTM-4 Messenger eSling (Black)

by Case Logic

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 12.4 x 9.1 x 3.7 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001F7FMUA
• Item model number: XNTM-4 BLACK
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (49 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 7, 2004

Product Description

Case Logic is obsessed with organization. No matter who you are, what toys, tools or technology you have, where you are, or where you are going, Case Logic is your partner in managing the things that matter to you. We are the "stuff wranglers" that make life easier. The Caselogic XNTM-4 eSling Messenger (Black). The ultimate in organization, urban style and functionality. Just a few words to best describe this messenger pack. Unique materials are used throughout, adding protection and structure. Features include magnetic flap closure and interior and exterior pockets. Dual compartments for small laptops, DVD players or magazines. Full featured organizer panel with lined electronics pockets. Quick access zippered front pocket and adjustable shoulder/hand strap. Flap over entry with double magnetic closures, makes getting in and out easy. 25 Year Warranty.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good bag for netbooks, May 8, 2009

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C. Weaver (Franklin, TN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Case Logic XNTM-4 Messenger eSling (Black) (Personal Computers)

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The Caselogix XNTM-4 is a good choice for sub-notebooks or netbooks.
The maximum dimensions listed of 11.8" x 9.1" x 1.3" are a bit generous.
If you have a notebook pushing those dimensions consider a larger bag.

I use mine for a ASUS EeePC which is less than 9"x7" and there is more than enough room.

I would like to see the bag include a couple removable accessory bags to use for cables, power supplies, etc. you will need to provide your own or just let them lay loose.

The material is durable and should last a long time. However some of the stitching seems sparse and may wear over time. I would like to see tighter locked stitches so they would hold up even if damaged.

There are a few pockets suitable for cell phones, mp3 players, small gps, etc. but no "port" for passing through a headphone cable. I also don't find a great place to store things like sunglasses or keys as the description indicates.

There is an internal zippered pocket that would be ideal for storing manuals that are rarely used, but the pocket was only created about 1/2 of the sling deep and thus has a maximum storage of 5"x6", my Asus book is 8.25" x 5.5".

A couple external pockets are great for easy access items such as maps, tickets, travel itinerary, etc.

The shoulder strap is unfortunately permanently attached with no padding and if adjusted to carry as indicated in the photo puts the metal adjustment right on your shoulder and leaves 1/2 of the strap, about 18", with a loose double layer which gets flipped around and tangled.

Finally the closure flap...
It is a bit over sized and it can be difficult to find your mark for the 2 small magnetic clasps. And even if you do line them up perfectly, they don't really hold very well, especially if you stored anything in the flaps zippered compartment. This isn't really a problem as the size of the flap keeps it in position, but the addition of a more secure clasp to keep it closed when you are not actively using the bag would have been a good idea.

Still with all the flaws, it is a good looking and useful sling for carrying around a small laptop computer.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice little bag, envious husband, May 19, 2009

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@homemom (Jersey Shore, United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Case Logic XNTM-4 Messenger eSling (Black) (Personal Computers)

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Since I just got a Eee PC and needed a simple safe way to tote it around, without having to lug a big extra bag (I'm always carrying my purse, my daughters juice cup, and usually at least one teddy bear) this seemed perfect... and it is! It's the perfect size for the netbook and my cellphone and even ipod touch can fit in with it. The bag is small yet sturdy and the strap is perfect to toss over my shoulder. I almost wish the flap wasn't there, it's big and makes it harder to get into the bag (which has a zipper top already) and if anything might make someone not bother zipping it closed leaving a netbook prone to falling out sine the flap just has a couple magnetic clips holding it down. All in all though I'm really happy with the bag, my husband has already tried to jam his 13" macbook into it (which while it did fit, it wouldn't zip) and has told me that if they come out with a model slightly bigger which could fit his mac he'd like me to buy him one.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great for carrying lots of stuff, but a little too large for small netbooks, May 21, 2009

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S. Jentsch (United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Case Logic XNTM-4 Messenger eSling (Black) (Personal Computers)

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The Caselogic XNTM-4 Messenger eSling is pitched as being good for "7-12" Ultraportable PCs" (this is on the tag that one would see if finding it in the store). The description on Amazon is more vague as to the type of equipment this bag would be used with, so an Amazon shopper will need to sift through reviews to see if this bag will fit their equipment.

The paradox between this item and the product it's designed to carry is that a netbook's primary benefit is its small size. However, if you carry it around in this messenger bag, it's no longer very small. The up side is that this case might replace the need to carry another bag or briefcase or purse at the same time, since it has plenty of storage for power cords, a mouse, papers, and personal items.

The storage pocket is large enough to carry an EeePC 900 with plenty of room to spare, so I think a 10" netbook would fit easily. I tried to fit an old 15" laptop (not widescreen) and it was too big for the case (not surprising).

The front flap is quite large, and given that the only reason for its size seems to be the zippered pocket, it's unnecessarily large. I'd gladly skip that zippered pocket for a front flap that wasn't the entire length of the case.

The padding seems sufficient to protect against damage from normal use and maybe the occasional fall off a table or getting squished in a crowded train.

The adjustable strap allows for a shoulder or cross-shoulder position, but at its shortest length, it's still too long to carry the bag more like a laptop case/briefcase. For some unexplainable reason, the strap is not removable, so you can't remove it or replace it with another strap that is padded or is a different length.

If you need one case to carry lots of stuff in addition to your netbook, and you can deal with the other aspects that you see in this and other reviews, this case may be right for you. If you're looking for something to keep the overall size of your netbook and accessories as small as possible, you'll need to look elsewhere.