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David King 189-CX - East/West Full-Flap Double Cross Applique Messenger Bag
This messenger bag combines style and the classic beauty of leather. With the detailing of the double cross, this bag is sure to stand out as unique. It's ideal for going to class and everywhere in between!
Soft, rich vaquetta leather displays all the character provided by nature, making each piece unique. The tanning process locks in natural oils, producing a soft, durable leather that won't crack or become brittle with normal use. Occasional maintenance with a high-quality conditioner is recommended for lasting performance.
Features:
Available in Black, Cafe / Brown and Tan
Made of vaquetta leather
Full flap-over design
Large open main compartment
Two front open pockets
Back zip and flap zip pockets
Front and rear zippered pockets
Cell phone pocket, ID pocket and pen slots inside
Wide, adjustable shoulder strap
Please note all leather dyes will not exactly match item pictured
Cafe / Dark Brown color is much darker than pictured
Overall dimensions: 11.5" H x 16" W x 4" D
Please Note: Items are dyed and may not look exactly like the images shown.
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East/West Full-Flap Double Cross Applique Messenger Bag
Comments about David King East/West Full-Flap Double Cross Applique Messenger Bag:
I purchased this for my 24 year-old son who is a graduate student in his final internship (education counseling). The bag, as well as my son, is Stylish and scholarly.
Jun
19
2008
5.0
An awesome bag!!!
By jakebyme
from Dallas, Texas
About Me Modern, Stylish
Pros
Attractive
Easy Access
Easy to Clean
Enough Compartments
Good Organization
Good Strap Length
High Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Everyday
Running Errands
Traveling
Comments about David King East/West Full-Flap Double Cross Applique Messenger Bag:
As stated above, it just doesn't get any better than this. A high quality and well made product with plenty of room and lots of compartments to store just about anything and everything. The rough black double gothic cross contrasting the smooth finish of the bag makes it nothing short of spectacular and totally unique for those who dare.... The strap is comfortable enough, although I added a strap pad ("ergopad", available on eBay) for enhanced comfort. Even the magnetic flap closures are powerful enough to hold the major flap closed quite securely. All in all, this bag gets my highest rating for both functionality and aesthetics [...]. An awesomne bag, more than worth every penny of its quite reasonable price!!!
Jan
16
2008
5.0
Absolutetly gorgeous!
By Gbrax
from Palmer, AK
About Me High-end shopper, Stylish, Trendy
Pros
Attractive Design
Comfortable Strap
Lightweight
Lots of Pockets
Roomy
Stylish
Cons
Best Uses
Commuting
Daily Use
School
Sports
Traveling
Comments about David King East/West Full-Flap Double Cross Applique Messenger Bag:
Purchased one for my grandaughter and fell in love with it, I got one for myself. Great quality leather and will hold up well.
Primary use:
Personal
Dec
19
2007
5.0
An excellent buy!
By Robin the [...] manager/grad student
from Louisville, KY
About Me Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish, Trendy
Pros
Attractive Design
Comfortable Strap
Convenient
Lightweight
Lots of Pockets
Soft
Cons
Best Uses
Daily Use
School
Comments about David King East/West Full-Flap Double Cross Applique Messenger Bag:
I have wanted to get a bag for awhile. Not wanting to waste a purchase, I wanted to wait for something special... and I found it in this messenger bag. I use it for school and work. It fits both settings. I have no reservations recommending it to anyone looking for a one. Sometimes I wish I had gotten the deeper version, but usually that just translates into me trying to carry to much stuff. This bags has lots of pockets, room for my laptop, all the cords I need for it (power and printer cable), two binders, my day planner, my bible, a little devotional book, and a book. I get compliments on how good it looks all the time.
Primary use:
Personal
Oct
30
2007
5.0
Love This Bag!
By Larkolena
from Brandon MS
About Me Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish
Pros
Attractive Design
Comfortable Strap
Lightweight
Lots of Pockets
Roomy
Cons
Best Uses
Commuting
Daily Use
Laptop transportstorage
Running Errands
School
Traveling
Comments about David King East/West Full-Flap Double Cross Applique Messenger Bag:
I love the look of this leather. It is a relaxed look that will get better with time. I use it, with the addition of a neoprene laptop sleeve, to carry my laptop among other things. It is incredibly roomy with lots of pockets. I really love this bag. It was exactly what I was hoping it would be and more.
Primary use:
Personal
Oct
25
2007
5.0
Durable, Soft Leather with a Great Look!
By CJ
from Detroit, MI
About Me Comfort-oriented, Stylish
Pros
Attractive Design
Comfortable Strap
Lightweight
Lots of Pockets
Roomy
Cons
Best Uses
Commuting
Daily Use
School
Comments about David King East/West Full-Flap Double Cross Applique Messenger Bag:
I bought this bag about 3 months ago and it's exactly what the picture says about it--stylish, nice looking leather and fit for most any of your needs. From a person who doesn't pass guarantees easily this is one I put my signature on as a bag that will impress.
Primary use:
Business
Oct
25
2007
4.0
Style & functionality
By Kate on the go
from Denver, CO
About Me Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish
Pros
Attractive Design
Lots of Pockets
Roomy
Soft leather
Cons
Strap uncomfortable
Best Uses
Commuting
Daily Use
Traveling
Comments about David King East/West Full-Flap Double Cross Applique Messenger Bag:
I really like the bag overall; it is nice to carry & has all the pockets I could ever need. The strap is a bit uncomfortable if you really pack it heavy (which I do), but its bearable. Also, the back pocket is just a bit too small for a regular size laptop, so it has to go in the main compartment. \n\nThe Pockets/Compartments: \nIt has two lenghtwise pockets in front, a large main compartment with business card pouch, pens & additional cell phone pouch (I use the ones in front for my cell phones, however). Between the maincompartment and the front is another zipper pocket and the back of the bag has a zipper pocket; both large enough for snacks and folders. The leather from the inside of the back pocket only, leaves little bits of leather on things (not a big deal but gross). The front flap also has a zipper pocket in it, great for a slim daytimer. \n\nI bought the dark brown one and the cross is black--looks great! There are more pictures on the manufacure's web site for the various colors.\n\nI love this bag. I feel stylish and comfortable. I have always used messanger type bags and this one has lots of secure zipper pockets for traveling and daily sales calls.
Primary use:
Business
Jul
20
2007
5.0
Great Multipurpose Bag!
By Alex
from Seattle
About Me Practical, Trendy
Pros
Attractive Design
Comfortable Strap
Roomy
Cons
Best Uses
School
Traveling
Comments about David King East/West Full-Flap Double Cross Applique Messenger Bag:
I recieved this bag in the mail one week before I headed on a month long senior trip. I am writing this review from my last stop, Japan, and have carried it on 5 airplanes, 7 busses, and 28 trains. I have used it as a computer bag and even an overnight suitcase. It has the perfect amount of storage and pockets and I recieve compliments on it all the time. Highly recommended.
Primary use:
Personal
Jun
27
2007
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
Gorgeous, classy, all-leather bag
By R&R for Italy
from Jacksonville, FL
About Me Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish, Value-oriented
Pros
All-leather
Attractive Design
Comfortable Strap
Fully lined
Lightweight
Lots of Pockets
Roomy
Well-constructed
Cons
Best Uses
Commuting
School
Traveling
Comments about David King East/West Full-Flap Double Cross Applique Messenger Bag:
It is all-leather, well-constructed and fully-lined with a durable, black polyester-type fabric. I ordered the tan color, which is actually more like a golden brown (much prettier than what I consider to be "tan"). It's large, but not too large and holds a lot of stuff - I got it for my husband, but I carry it, too. The strap is about 1 1/2" wide and long enough to adjust to fit both of us. The soft leather conforms to my body, making it more comforable to carry. This is a classy, but casual bag and I love the Medieval-style cross application on the flap! The only draw-back I see is that it will occasionally need to be cleaned with leather cleaner to keep it looking newer.
Primary use:
Personal
Apr
5
2007
2.0
needs a zipper for the main section
By Roe
from New York
Comments about David King East/West Full-Flap Double Cross Applique Messenger Bag:
lovely bag could be 3 inches smaller and wish it had a zipper in the main compartment.
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