I initially wanted a quality canvas messenger bag to lug with me on my various errands on my bicycle. I have purchased from Rothco before and felt pretty confident with their quality and products and figured why not. The messenger bag I received is as pictured and accurate. But the problem is that the bag is actually smaller than you would expect. It is made in Pakistan and the material is actually pretty thin. These things do not bother me at all becuase I can still carry my 13" macbook and 1 other textbook around no problem while riding my bike. But the leather straps are awful quality!!!
If more money could have been spent making nicer or at least better catching buckles for this messenger bag, I would give it a 4 star rating. This seems like a more "showy" messenger bag than a practical one, but then again, its lightness helps and I have been able to make the most use out of it and all my tasks that I do. So a pretty good product for the price is all I can come up with at the moment. If you want something more secure and protective for your laptop, I'd recommend something else.
I have gotten compliments on the bag due to its design. I only wish It could be of better quality and thickness.
*It picks up moisture pretty easily and it takes seconds before the water seeps through the thin material and ruins its contents. So do not think its ruggid appearance means its suitable for ruggid conditions.