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The Original Messenger Bag Might Still Be the Best

While we are adorned with the latest and greatest in trendy, designer messenger bags, J.Crew has recreated and rereleased the original. Modeled after the U.S. Postal Service's standard bag from 1868 until the 1970s (before they ditched timeless style and durability for blue nylon), "the original" leather postal messenger features fine leather reminiscent of the favorite baseball glove we never had, along with a secure buckle strap to keep your valuables safe. At 15" wide, we think it will fit many 'a laptop. But for $795, a less-historical-more-practical inner lining would be nice. [jcrew via gizmodude]

8:58 AM on Mon Apr 21 2008
By Mark Wilson
11,201 views, 80 comments

Latest by innowen: Forget J. Peterman. There's an online e-tailer called Renaissance Art that allows you to customize your own leather laptop case, for a fraction of the price (bags start at 55 USD for 14" and go up). Just go to their laptop more »

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Lightning Review: Timbuk2 Messenger with Specialty Fabrics

The Product: Timbuk 2 is famous for their trendy, customizable messenger bags with rock solid construction. You can pick different colors for each of the three panels of your bag to create a personalized product. Now Timbuk2 has added specialty (premium) fabrics to their designs.

The Price: A custom medium sized laptop messenger runs $140, plus $23 per specialty fabric panel.

The Verdict:

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12:00 PM on Sat Mar 8 2008
By Mark Wilson
9,252 views, 25 comments