I did an exhaustive search to find the "right" messenger bag for me - not just on Amazon, but elsewhere as well. The best price with the most extensive details and information about the product was on Amazon. I received it very quickly (A+). It was exactly as described (A+). The price (after seeing and using the product) was extremely fair - in fact, surprisingly low for such a quality product. This messenger bag is very well made with all sorts of storage capability, well-padded to protect my MacBook Pro, and strikingly good looking. Many of the bags I looked at before buying this one, looked, for my style and taste, a little too gaudy (all the leather trim, brass shiny buckles and buttons) . They looked more like a "man purse" which is something I did not want. This has a tasteful, stylish look to it while still having a utilitarian look. It is a great bag! It has just the right mix of style and functionality for my tastes! The canvas of which it is made is quality - in terms of thickness (not too thick, not too thin and "floppy"). I feel totally confident in its ability to hold all that I need to carry around with me (I teach College courses) and, carry it safely. Some of my students even commented favorably on the bag and asked me where I got it. This tells me that it's also appealing to younger (than me) people. In summary, I am very impressed with this bag - for its functionality, performance, and for having just the right flair of some contemporary styling without going "over the top". I strongly recommend this bag. I feel it looks appropriate on campus and feel that it would look just as appropriate in a corporate environment. Classroom to board room: this bag is a perfect fit.