I have been carrying a Healthy Back bag for about 6 years and was just ready for a change. Wanted leather--this is a good looking bag but I took the ugly heavy strap off and modified a leather belt that was the exact color and it looks great The bag is still a lot heavier than I am used to but I'll get over it. I also took the middle pocket out because it just got in the way. Overall, a very nice bag for the price.