OCTO Messenger Bag for Amazon Kindle 2

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9 x 3 x 7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
• ASIN: B001CQKN08
• Item model number: KB300B
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 16, 2008

Product Description

Product Description
This unisex stylish messenger bag is made from Italian leather and has a purposely designed inside pocket to hold the Kindle 2. Not only is it useful for carrying the Kindle 2, but it can be used to for carrying necessary day to day items. Suitable for men and women, this bag eliminates the need to carry around 2 bags.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

90 of 90 people found the following review helpful:

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

By	Amy D. - See all my reviews

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.

34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

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

By	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.

43 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good quality and it holds a lot, January 28, 2008

By	R. Shepherd "kindle krazy" (Aurora, CO United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is a fine bag. It's made of durable canvas material and leather and looks good. I have no trouble keeping the front flap closed unless it's overstuffed. With careful packing I can store my Kindle, digital camera, wide screen GPS unit, cell phone, large mp3 player (Creative Zen Vision:W), Mighty Bright light, ear buds and charging accessories and not overstuff it.