We ordered the Gootium Canvas Messenger Bag in the army Green color. It arrived in the expected time frame, nice and on schedule!
Let me start by saying first, that we ordered this bag several months ago and I decided to wait to write this review until I had plenty of time to use the bag and see how it wears after some use. Secondly, I have been looking for a good quality messenger bag for YEARS now (at least ten years)- and have looked in just about every store I could think of. I just wanted a basic, well made, messenger bag that zipped closed for security.
When I found this Gootium bag here on Amazon, I was very excited to finally find something that met my requirements, seemed well made, and was not super expensive!! (I have since come to believe that $30 or $40 is a GREAT DEAL for this awesome bag!!!)
When I got this in the mail, this first thing I noticed was how nicely it was packaged. Also, I was so excited to see that it really did appear in person just as it appeared in the pictures! The army green color does look a bit different in person (a little more of a khaki/brownish green color) but that was not something i was very concerned with- and also, it is not unusual for army greens to have that brownish hue to them. Also it really is a very minor difference from the picture, not very noticeable.
I started using the bag right away, and I am still using it every day! I have to say-- this is the nicest bag/purse I have ever gotten!!!! I am a typical female who loves her bags, and I have had all sorts of bags over the years... I have gotten things from army surplus stores, etc, and still have not had anything that has been made so well and with such quality!!
I was hesitant to order a purse online, but I am so very glad I tried this Gootium bag-- i know that this is a bag I will get a ton of use out of, for years to come!! (I also plan to post an update after more time has passed, to let shoppers know how it has continued to hold up)
The quality of the canvas is great- nice and thick, without being all stiff (in fact, it even has a softness to it). The seams are nice and secure, and the strap is sewn directly into the bag. In my experience, the places where most bags go wrong is where the strap connects to the body of the bag (especially since my bags tend to be rather heavy since i carry so much stuff with me! =D )-- this strap is not only made of a thick, strong material (even thicker than the canvas in the body portion)- but the strap is also soft for how thick and strong the material is (it is also a nice thickness/width and does not dig into my shoulder). It is reinforced by the square and X stitching in the place where it is sewn to the body, and in addition to the extra stitching, it also has a round, metal piece that is reinforcing the strap to the bag!!
The metal hardware appears to be brass and is of superior quality. Also- I am in love with the zippers!! They are also brass, and zip very smoothly-- they have not caught once since i have used this bag. They are sewn in very well, just like the rest of the stitching. Also, the leather pulls are very nice and are holding up very well.
The size of this bag is also perfect! It is not a small bag, but also not huge either!! I carry one of those large check-book-sized wallets and this bag accommodates my large wallet, coin purse, make up bag, small notebook, several sets of keys, tons of charging cords/cables, bottles of advil, and tons of other small items that organize nicely in the pockets.
I LOVE that it isn't overly organizer-ish, yet it also isn't just a big pocket either... It has the perfect number of pockets to keep things orderly, yet still open enough to find everything easily!
I could go on even further about how much i love this bag, but i am sure you get the picture by now! XD
**I would highly recommend this bag, and I would definitely purchase from this company and seller again!!! **
~~I am continually impressed by the quality of this bag <3 Hope this has helped!!
***Review Update July 26, 2022**
Just wanted to post a quick update to this review... It has been over 4 years since I got this bag, and I am still using it regularly. It is still in wonderful condition... actually, it's pretty much in the same condition as when I got it brand new. It has broken-in a bit, canvas has softened up somewhat. I have swapped out to some different bags in that time frame, but I find myself going back to this bag again and again- when I just want a reliable, SECURE bag that will hold the necessities, plus a few extras. (Again- this size is great cuz I can keep everything I need, and it also helps to limit how much stuff I cram into my bag and then forget about! lol!)
Over the past four years, I have been so impressed with this first bag, that I have since bought several other Gootium bags. I have two other messenger bags from them, a backpack, the little wristlet bag, a duffel bag, and two other purse-style bags. Needless to say, I am thrilled with this brand.. and whenever I need a quality, reliable, secure bag.. this is my go-to.
I know I probably sound like a spokesperson for them at this point.. but I really am just a basic consumer and i am not being incentivized in any way to say this stuff. I am just really impressed to find this quality for the money. These days, it isn't easy to find something that lasts and is made well. And I have wasted too much money on junk bags and purses that don't hold up.
Oh- one more detail- i have not tried washing any of these bags yet. I have had major issues in the past with washing bags and purses in the machine (a lesson i learned the hard way!)- so that will be a major test as to how well they hold up! When i cross that bridge, I will come back and update this again and let you all know how it goes.
Anyways, hope this was helpful! Shopping online can be difficult, especially when you are trying to find something specific and you need to know the actual quality of an item (especially something like this, that you really rely on for day-to-day, and you need to be able to trust that your wallet and valuables are stored securely)
God Bless!!! <3
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Product Description
MATERIALS & CRAFTSMANSHIP
- THE HIGH-DENSITY CANVAS is extremely durable and resistant to tearing. Its relatively smooth surface isn't easily snagged or torn, and can endure tough wear.
- While it's a BREATHABLE FABRIC, canvas still manages to effectively block wind, making it a popular choice for fashion objects such as backpacks, pouches, electronic device cases, and shoes.
- GARMENT WASHING is a technology that is applied to change or modify the outlook, appearance, comfortability and design of garments.
- All seams are reinforced by DOUBLE STITCHING, and interior seams get WRAPPED BINDING.
SPECIFICATIONS:
- MATERIAL: Customized High-Density Canvas (with garment washing for the finished product)
- DIMENSIONS: Length 11.2”, Width 3.4”, Height: 9” approximately
- CAPACITY: 5.6 Liters
- WEIGHT: 1.1 Pounds
- STRAP LENGTH: Adjustable up to 4 feet (135CM)
* Measurements are intended for guidance only
Slim and sleek! This classic style messenger bag features a roomy interior that will accommodate all of your essentials.
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| Price | $38.49 | $38.49 | $37.99 | $42.99 | $54.99 | $45.99 |
| FABRIC | Pre-washed Canvas | Pre-washed Canvas | Pre-washed Canvas | Pre-washed Canvas | Pre-washed Canvas | Pre-washed Canvas |
| MATERIAL | Lether Trim & Brass Accent Metal Part | Lether Trim & Brass Accent Metal Part | Lether Trim & Brass Accent Metal Part | Lether Trim & Brass Accent Metal Part | Tanned Lether Trim & Gray Accent Metal Part | Lether Trim & Brass Accent Metal Part |
| DIMENSION (L x W x H) | 9.1" x 3.9" x 10.5" | 9.8" x 3.5" x 8.7" | 11.2" x 3.4" x 9" | 15.7" x 4.3" x 11.3" | 15.7" x 4.3" x 11.8" | 14.5" x 4.5" x 11.4" |
| WEIGHT | 1.3 lbs | 1.2 lbs | 1.1 lbs | 2.1 lbs | 2.2 lbs | 2 lbs |
| CAPACITY | 6 liters | 4.9 liters | 5.6 liters | 12.6 liters | 13.2 liters | 12.3 liters |
| CLOSURE TYPE | Cover Flap & Button (Decorative Buckle) | Cover Flap & Stud | Cover Flap & Button | Cover Flap & Hook-and-loop | Cover Flap & Button | Cover Flap & Button (Decorative Buckle) |
| LAPTOP/TABLET ACCOMMODATE | Fits iPad/tablet up to 9.7-inch | Fits iPad/tablet up to 9.7-inch | Fits iPad/tablet up to 9.7-inch | Fits laptop up to 15.6-inch | Fits laptop up to 16-inch | Fits laptop up to 15.6-inch |
| SIDE POCKETS | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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This is the nicest bag I have ever used/owned!!! The quality of this bag continually impresses me!!!
Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2018Color: Olive BrownVerified Purchase
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No es lo que esperaba es mucho más chica de lo que se ve en las fotos
Reviewed in Mexico on March 18, 2022Color: KhakiVerified Purchase
