Brenthaven Switch Satchel for Netbooks of 7 to 10 Inches (Hwy 99/Amsterdam)

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 12.5 x 2 x 10.5 inches ; 1.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B002DEM9HI
• Item model number: 3661101
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: August 1, 2009

Product Description

Product Description

The Brenthaven Switch Satchel features two bags in one - you just remove the flap, flip and clip it - and you've got a whole new look! Comes with a shoulder strap for easy carrying. Fits notebooks of 7 to 10 Inches. Legendary lifetime guarantee.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Feature Packed Netbook Case, October 21, 2009

By	midnight821 (Kentucky) - See all my reviews

It can be difficult to gather much excitement for a netbook case, as the market is filled with a bunch of mediocre cases that lack features and quality. However, the Brenthaven switch Satchel really takes the netbook case to another level. First, the case is extremely durable. Most of the case is made of nylon or something similar, except for the reversible front flap (which has both a smooth, leather-like side and a cloth-like side). The flap is not only reversible, but you can also buy other flaps for the case. I wouldn't consider the flap feature as a deal breaker, but it is a nice touch.

Second, the Brenthaven Switch Satchel has many more features than other netbook cases. Beyond the reversible flap, you get plenty of pockets. There is a rear velcro pocket, front zipper pocket, and a semi-open pocket that contains slots for pens/pencils and another item (such as a cell phone). It also includes a clip for keys or other objects. The middle pocket holds the netbook and closes with both a zipper and the flap. As for carrying the case, there is both a rear handle and shoulder strap (which cannot be removed). I wish the shoulder strap was removable, as it's not something that all people will use.

This case fits my Samsung NC-10 very well. It's almost a perfect size, although it can still fit a little bit larger netbook. I have also tried it with a Dell Mini 9 and it fit well, too. While the Brenthaven Switch Satchel has some great features, there are a few negatives that stopped me from giving it five stars. For one, while this is a durable case, I'm not a fan of the mostly all nylon fabric. They could have chosen some better, more upscale fabric. Also, while it does have a good bit of padding to protect your netbook, it was very firm padding. So your gear will be protected from many blunt hits and dings, but some additional, thicker padding would protect a netbook from harder hits. The last thing is a big deal for me and that's the interior of the netbook enclosure. My netbook, like many others, has rubber pads/feet on the bottom of it and they stick to the inside of the Switch Satchel when placing it in the case and taking it out. I'm not talking about a little sticking; it can actually be pretty difficult to get it back out. I suspect the netbook's pads will eventually come off with extended use of the case.

Overall, this is a good case and certainly beats the competition in many areas. Depending on your needs, the Brenthaven Switch Satchel could be right for you. For me though, I would like to see a couple of improvements. Just a few changes and this would no doubt be a five star item.

4.0 out of 5 stars Love my netbag with small exception, November 15, 2009

By	Carol "kepela" (Chatsworth, CA United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

This really is a pretty bag and just the right size for my ASUS 10". The bag is well made and nicely padded. I feel it protects my netbook as well as larger bags with the convenience of the small size. There are several pockets inside for extras, like cables, cards and even a flat mini media player, though it is snug. I don't carry my power adapter because it's just too bulky and I'm afraid it puts too much pressure on the netbook, but it will fit.
Where the removable flap is nice; I use it for a lap pad when I have the netbook on my lap, and really rugged, padded and pretty. I find it a little difficult getting it on and off, but not so that I hesitate to take it off. My only complaint is that: if I choose to leave the flap off, to make the bag even smaller and lighter (since the flap has no pockets) I can't. The bag is unfinished under the flap. By that I mean, you can see only inside whitish lining and the inside pockets. It would have been nice if the exposed finishes were nice looking so that I could remove the flap and still have a nice looking bag.
All in all, it is way better than a foam, zipper pocket for the netbook and for the few extra dollars, offers a lot more options.

4.0 out of 5 stars A sleek, cool case -- but a little too snug?, November 5, 2009

By	Sean Hoade (Tuscaloosa, AL United States) - See all my reviews

This case looks fantastic and fits my 10.1" Samsung netbook PERFECTLY -- I have no worries that it's being jostled or could get damaged. It's really perfect for my (or your) netbook.

My only quibble is that I like to use a mouse with my netbook and there really isn't any room for it. There are very convenient compartments for cell ohones and iPods and the like, but a mouse makes the whole package seem unbalanced. I think maybe my solution would be to get one of those extra-tiny notebook mouses (mice?), so take the loss of one star with a grain of salt. This is a wonderful case -- reversible, rain-repellent, and one that gives great peace of mind if you worry about your precious netbook the way I do mine!