Large, attractive bag (that's also practical)
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Hey Everybody,
I'm moving to NYC in a couple of weeks and I'm one bag short. I want to get something gorgeous like this:
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Khaki Canvas & Smooth Cognac Calf Leather
I want to buy a bag that looks incredible, like the above; is quality and will last; is a little bigger (that's a touch small considering it's checked and not cabin); except has wheels and a pull out handle (so it's practical). It is at that latter hurdle at which the above bag falls short.
I know it's also a little pricey and I'd love to find something like that a bit cheaper but I'm ok to pay if it is quality/lasting/has a great warranty.
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
Leo
I'm moving to NYC in a couple of weeks and I'm one bag short. I want to get something gorgeous like this:
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Khaki Canvas & Smooth Cognac Calf Leather
I want to buy a bag that looks incredible, like the above; is quality and will last; is a little bigger (that's a touch small considering it's checked and not cabin); except has wheels and a pull out handle (so it's practical). It is at that latter hurdle at which the above bag falls short.
I know it's also a little pricey and I'd love to find something like that a bit cheaper but I'm ok to pay if it is quality/lasting/has a great warranty.
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
Leo
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I would never buy a travel bag made of light coloured canvas.
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ha. ok. let's forget the colour for now
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Hey Everybody,
I'm moving to NYC in a couple of weeks and I'm one bag short. I want to get something gorgeous like this:
http://i40.tinypic.com/20p7zbd.png
Khaki Canvas & Smooth Cognac Calf Leather
I want to buy a bag that looks incredible, like the above; is quality and will last; is a little bigger (that's a touch small considering it's checked and not cabin); except has wheels and a pull out handle (so it's practical). It is at that latter hurdle at which the above bag falls short.
I know it's also a little pricey and I'd love to find something like that a bit cheaper but I'm ok to pay if it is quality/lasting/has a great warranty.
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
Leo
I'm moving to NYC in a couple of weeks and I'm one bag short. I want to get something gorgeous like this:
http://i40.tinypic.com/20p7zbd.png
Khaki Canvas & Smooth Cognac Calf Leather
I want to buy a bag that looks incredible, like the above; is quality and will last; is a little bigger (that's a touch small considering it's checked and not cabin); except has wheels and a pull out handle (so it's practical). It is at that latter hurdle at which the above bag falls short.
I know it's also a little pricey and I'd love to find something like that a bit cheaper but I'm ok to pay if it is quality/lasting/has a great warranty.
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
Leo
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And here I was thinking from the title that this thread was going to be all about wives!
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Is that some sort Labor Day faux pas?
Seeing "practical" in the title should have given you a clue.
You know the ol' saying .... if its too good to be true....
You know the ol' saying .... if its too good to be true....
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I've been using one of these LL Bean canvas duffle bags for 20 years and it's still the only piece of luggage I use. It works for carry on and is practical as it stops you from over packing. Pity LL bean doesn't sell them anymore.
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Thanks for the replies folks!
Just to reiterate a couple of points:
- It's for checked luggage, not carry-on i.e. large in size
- It needs wheels/handle for practicality (a shoulder strap as well gets bonus points)
Cheers!
Leo
Just to reiterate a couple of points:
- It's for checked luggage, not carry-on i.e. large in size
- It needs wheels/handle for practicality (a shoulder strap as well gets bonus points)
Cheers!
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My GF has this Tommy Hilfiger Rolling Duffel which was something like $300 and looks awful in this picture but is beautiful and quality in the flesh - and - has wheels/handle. It's a bit too small for what I'm after but I still dig it.
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If you are going to check it...I would buy a 4 wheel polycarb suitcase. They are sturdy, lightweight and you can push them along with a couple of fingers.
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