I just recently purchased this item from Amazon to be used as a mini-briefcase and am fairly happy. Two major disappointments: 1. the strap has only one snap thus it is impossible to remove from bag. 2. the strap is extremely slippery with no shoulder gripping pad included, thus it slips off my shoulder much too easily. Also, the front closing flap has no zippered pocket on the exterior - a waste of useful space. Otherwise I found the bag to be constructed very well and I like it's dimensions.