I've got this tote in Crimson color and love it every second since I've got it. I was looking for a larger tote for work - instead of carrying multiple smaller bags I now have this one - so much easier!!!
The quality of this bag is AMAZING! Not just amazing, but AMAZING!
I truly enjoy it on daily basis.

Of course I wanted to buy this bag as cheap as possible, so I went to Tumi outlet store and located a tote that was 50% off. Little did I know outlet store is carrying goods made for them and this tote has little in common with original. The biggest difference is the feel - the outlet version feels cheap and overall too stiff. Name tag looks different and few pockets (including one I am in love with - for a cell phone) are missing. The main zipper doesn't stay in place because little piece holding it in place is missing (see picture 3). The pocket on the back has two side zipper and overall it's larger than in outlet version. When I compared my bag with outlet version bag, I noticed the original tote is a little bit larger and handles are longer. The inside fabric is also seems better quality.

This tote is on the larger side, but perfect for my needs! Easy to get to and take off the shoulder with one hand. Don't even consider outlet version to save money, go with original version and enjoy every little detail Tumi designed and included in M-Tote. Highly recommend it! By the way, it does NOT have TUMI Tracer (unfortunately) so no way to register it with Tumi.