OCTOVO Messenger Bag (Fits 6" Display, 2nd Generation Kindle)

by OCTOVO

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9 x 3 x 7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• ASIN: B001CQKN08
• Item model number: KB300B
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (46 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 16, 2008

Product Description

The stylish Italian leather messanger bag has been designed aound the special Kindle pocket inside. But this is a all-round useful and stylish everyday bag. You will find yourself using this all the time.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

125 of 125 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Handsome Bag - but large, February 9, 2008

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Amy D. - See all my reviews

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This bag is larger than I'd expected. It's about the size (and shape) of a case for a full-size pair of binoculars. Also, what you don't see in the picture - under the flap - are 3 outside compartments. One has a snap, one appears to be intended to put a cell phone into (clipping the cell's clip on the outside), and the other is a horizontal zipper pocket that is the width of the other two, and below them.

Inside, there is a small partitioned area that fits the Kindle perfectly - when it is not in its cover. I was disappointed in this because I am used to using the Kindle with the cover. The other side of the partition is the roomy main compartment. There is also a small pocket that runs down one side (inside) that appears to be intended for holding pens.

The bag does appear to be more versatile than its picture suggests, but if I put my Kindle in the pocket that is evidently meant for it, what do I do with the cover? If you use your Kindle without a cover, and you want something to tote it safely in, along with the charger and USB cable, then this gives you plenty of room for that, as well as a cell and other items.

UPDATE: Another customer mentioned he had managed to get the Kindle with the cover into the compartment in the bag, so I tried again, and yes, with a little wiggling, it goes in. The material has some stretch to it. It didn't occur to me that it would have such a snug fit - but it's fine, really.

132 of 134 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Stylish and Functional, March 31, 2009

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Al Jennings "summitministriesinternational.com" (Fort Wayne, IN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: OCTOVO Messenger Bag (Fits 6" Display, 2nd Generation Kindle)

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46 of 46 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kindle Reader Messenger Bag, March 13, 2008

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Lawrence - See all my reviews

I read the reviews prior to purchase and I was a little concerned about fitting my Kindle into the designated storage slot while still in its cover. Initially, it did look like I would have to remove the cover. Upon examining the bag and using my hand to expand the slot, I found that my Kindle did fit perfectly while still in its cover. I prefer to have the cover on so, needless to say, I was very happy with the fit. This leaves plenty of room in front of the Kindle for carrying additional personal items you like to keep handy.

I also had some concerns about the snaps, based on reviews. I found that by placing a finger under the bottom loop and pressing firmly with the thumb, the snaps will fasten with a nice crisp click. I have not had any problems with the front flap popping open.

The shoulder strap is wide and made of nice heavy material that is going to last a long time. This is one husky strap and it caught my attention immediately. It is very long but it can be adjusted to fit a person's preference for over the shoulder or across the body use.

Overall, this is a very nice bag for people on the go who like to have their Kindle handy. It is well made for a custom fit and has plenty of room for additional accessories and personal items.