Customer Reviews

SOLO Vintage Collection Colombian Leather Laptop Backpack, Holds Notebook Computer up to 15.6 Inches, Espresso, VTA701-3

5 star:		(74)
4 star:		(11)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

I bought this bag several months ago because I was flying a lot for work. Even some of the airport security folks have commented on how nice it is. I use it now exclusively instead of a briefcase or other laptop case for work. It shows absolutely no wear and will probably get even better looking with age. If something ever happens to this one I'll buy a new one immediately.

An excellent bag with one caveat. The bag is labeled as 15.4 inch, but it does not specify explicitly what size computer it will hold. The documentation included with the bag gives the dimensions of the computer compartment as 12 x 14 x 2. I recently acquired a 15 inch laptop. Its dimensions are 15 x 10. It barely fits. A 15 x 11 laptop wouldn't. If your computer will fit into it, I agree with the other reviews for the bag. It has good quality and is designed to conveniently hold a large number of accessories and other things. If the bag fits you'll love it. If it doesn't, you'll have to return it.

As a professional, I have always preferred a backpack over a briefcase or shoulder bag because a backpack is easier to carry a greater weight. My problem was that I have always been very embarrassed carrying around a canvas bag with business clothes. This leather backpack looks nice enough that I can get away with it. It is very well made, very sturdy, and stands up by itself. It has a great, roomy laptop computer compartment and enough other compartments to separate items without being overly complicated. Very easy to access whatever you want. My only complaint (very minor) is that I wish the interior was some other color besides tourquise (dark green would have been better). Other than that, a perfect, great looking, well made backpack and highly recommended.

Another reviewer claimed this bag isn't for women -- I disagree. I'm about the same size as she described (5' 3", 140 lbs) and I don't have any problems with this bag. It's sturdy, has lots of room and compartments. I'm always looking for the perfect backpack and this is it. I find it to be very well-designed. Plus I love the brown leather exterior and the truly beautiful blue interior lining. It's not a dainty backpack, but I wasn't looking for dainty -- I wanted something that looked good and could carry all the stuff I lug around with me every day. I'm very, very happy with this backpack.

After hauling a semi durable nylon bag for 3 years daily to work and through about 30 international trips I really was looking for a slightly larger capacity, definitely a more business formal look and something sturdy. This bag has pleased me on all accounts. The leather is very nice look and feel - and is sturdy. I do like the blue interior - the lighter lining color (it is not gaudy) helps to see items at the bottom of the bag vs a dark color where items tend to be obscured. Enough pockets - but not too many so with this bag you are not always playing hide and seek.
UPDATE - Now ~3 months using this bag during 5 international trips and daily office use... this bag is worth the expense. Travels great. Sturdy, attractive and roomy enough for long trips. I recommend this bag.
UPDATE2 - Now 5 months and still very pleased. Look is like new after daily use and multiple international trips. Excellent buy... and I noticed the price has dipped a bit.
Update 3 - Now over a year. Still great decision to purchase this back pack. Retains orginal look. Been on ~10 international trips and to work 5 days a week. I'd buy another.

I undertook quite a search when I needed to replace my aging laptop backpack. I'm a fan of brown leather, and this Solo bag was one of very few options available. I decided to order it and was not disappointed.

First things first: the "Kingfisher Blue" interior is NOT as bright as the photos seen on Amazon. It is a much more natural, muted shade of blue. Look at the photos on the manufacturer's site for a better representation.

The leather used to make the majority of the bag is excellent. It is a rugged, masculine leather that will show wear and gain "character" over time. The panel that faces the wearer's back is breathable nylon of the same color.

The interior is spacious and offers just the right amount of organization for my needs. My MacBook rides in the laptop compartment, and one of the front compartments features pockets that hold my power adapter and wireless mouse comfortably. There's also a zipper pouch that holds a variety of cables and adapters, and an exterior pocket that holds a couple of quick-access items.

In the center pocket, I usually carry a binder, two notebooks, and two textbooks. This bag is big, as another reviewer mentioned, and it is capable of sitting upright on its own due to the large flat bottom panel.

This is a very unique bag with a lot of character. Other than a few minor details I might have designed differently, I think this bag is fantastic.

This is a great bag which has a lovely feel about it, the leather is soft but strong. The bag has the right amount of space for several books and folders, all your little bits, plus the laptop. My 15" MacBook Pro fits perfectly. It is a smart bag, though will get rugged - and better looking - with age. There is hardly anything else on the market like it. The objections to the Kingfisher blue interior are misplaced: the blue isn't that bright and garish, and anyway, why not!?

I rarely write reviews and I'm quite difficult to please. The Solo Vintage Collection Backpack, however, is a superior product and worthy of my time to critique. The first day I carried the pack to work, one of my employees said "Good Morning, nice backpack." Leather usually adds an unmistakable look of quality and craftsmanship to most products. There are also very few leather backpacks available for purchase. The number of compartments and the thickness of the straps make this backpack one of the best that I have seen or owned. Some reviewers don't like the interior color - to each his own. I think the color is fine and of little consequence when you consider the quality of the product.

This is a really nice leather laptop backpack. It is well made and it is sharp looking. It easily holds my 15.6" laptop in one of the compartments with plenty of room in the other compartments for other items.

Seems like great quality for the price! Many compartments to choose from, as well. I would have to disagree with the woman who said it was too large for her. I am 5'1", 125 pounds, and it seems just right for me. Anything smaller would lose its purpose (to hold a laptop and other large papers/items); and anything too much larger would have been over-powering. So, I find the size to be just right on my petite frame.