I bought this bag two years ago, like its organization, and have used it ever since.  The top zipper has been great for keeping things secured and the overall appearance of the bag neat.  But the zipper's recently separated and is unfixable.  Too bad, because the rest of the bag remains in good shape.  Is two years a good run?  I had a leather satchel that lasted twenty years.  I'm disappointed in the fail, but so accustomed to this bag's convenience that I'm thinking of getting another.  Will look around first and see if there's a sturdier option elsewhere.