Canvas Messenger Bag - Small Vintage Shoulder Purse Crossbody Satchel

Great

The bag is not what I expected. Not the fault of the seller. I should have researched more. Plus the fact it says Made in China I really attempt to buy MADE IN USA products. Thinking I will give this to Goodwill so someone will get some use from it.

I searched for a sturdy messenger bag for traveling. Needed more room than a purse and something I could sling across my body for easier traveling that wasnt too big. This is a great bag for that. It will fit nicely under the airplane seats and will carry my book, phone, iPad, wallet, glasses, etc.

I am very pleased with the bag. The only issue I had is the color, although as advertised, is very light and noticeable. This is not a product issue, but a personal preference. I tend to wear darker colors show it shows up a lot more than I wish it did.

No complaints, good quality material, comfortable strap, just enough room for basic purse items.

Its very spacious and comfortable to wear. Will definitely buy again!

Very happy with the quality of this bag. Been wanting something like this for a while and so glad to have purchased this.

The product is great. My only issue was my address was incomplete, my street had been left of the address.

A great little bag, especially considering the price. I did my own modifications to the bag to improve the design, which others may not have the time or willingness to take on. First I removed the embossed leather bag label, for a more generic “surplus” look (the thread removal does leave behind a mark to fabric which I don’t mind). I also removed the small inseam label. I hand washed the entire bag to soften the fabric and to increase fading marks for a more vintage look. I then shaped the bag by hand, smoothing all seams (which arrive crumpled), then dried with a fan blowing on it. (As a side note, the leather color/dye didn’t bleed into canvass fabric). Also, I moved the two main buckle snaps down roughly two inches (the ones attached to body of bag). This allows the main flap and buckle straps to hang down with a smoother look. It doesn’t effect how much you can fit in the bag, but improves the look when you don’t have many items in the bag (otherwise the main flap flops over and the buckles don’t hang nicely). To improve the look of the leather I rubbed all parts with my fingers to burnish the surface. I’ve done this several times already, and the oils from your hand darken the leather, adding to a vintage look. I think this bag will only improve over time with use.

I have 2 other crossbody bags and a rucksack in this same brand. Great quality, lots of pockets. I prefer more utilitarian bags over fancy purses, this bag is perfect.