Unbelieveable craftsmanship. Worth every single penny. Customer service was amazing. Shipping was super fast. Waterfield - you guys just made a customer for life.
Was looking to replace my Allen Edmunds leather/waxed canvas messenger bag that has been doing laptop duty for the past few years. One reddit search later led me here. Decided on the Shinjuku over the techfolio because the pockets dress it down more and I was uncertain about the nearly full-zip front access of the techfolio, too great a risk of loose items spilling out if I happen to unzip it too much. The quality of this bag is excellent. The leather marks immediately, a plus for me. If I could have looked at these in person I might have gotten the large over the medium. Simply an excellent bag overall at first impression.
Holds my gaming laptop, extra keyboard, and mouse, and iPad with room to spare. Very well-made.
Shinjuku Laptop Brief
I have been accused of having too many bags. I travel quite a bit and have been looking for the right fit for me. I wantted Made in California and THe Shinjuku Laptop Brief fitt all the things I wanted to have with me without being cramped or stuffed.
Design details
THE MODERN BRIEF
The Shinjuku Laptop Brief adds modern touches to the classic briefcase for today's fast-paced lifestyle. It's made to last— made with waxed canvas or ballistic nylon with full-grain leather accents.
The aesthetic is a well-organized, efficient briefcase designed to address today's new work styles.
SMALL DETAILS. BIG IMPACT.
Special features give the Shinjuku Laptop Brief an edge over other briefcases. Magnetic closures for the back and front pockets make it quick and easy to access your wallet, phone, or keys. An internal water bottle holder keeps the Brief's profile clean and streamlined.
For all-day carrying comfort, the handle is wrapped in full-grain leather, and a 1.5-inch Supreme Suspension Strap is included to help distribute the load when carrying on the shoulder.
GO BALLISTIC
Ballistic Nylon is a resilient textile that blends durability, lightness, and weather-resistance. Its sleek, understated aesthetic makes it an ideal choice for the Shinjuku Laptop Brief, a bag designed to be comfortable, lightweight, and stylish.
TRADITIONAL 15 OZ. WAXED CANVAS
Not all waxed canvas bags are created equal. Lower quality bags use 6 oz. canvas. The majority designated as “durable” use 12 oz. canvas. At 15 oz., our waxed canvas exceeds what is commonly sold in the market, yet it's still lightweight. It has a naturally rugged, distressed look and can be re-waxed to freshen it up.
The canvas comes from a reputable U.S. mill that has produced these fabrics since 1930. This specialized textile is coated with Martexin Original Wax™ and shouldn't require much cleaning. Stains can be wiped off with a damp cloth.
HOW TO FRESHEN UP CANVAS
If you have the Shinjuku Laptop Brief in traditional waxed canvas, you can keep it looking like new by applying wax when you think it needs a little refresh. Although you can use any wax, you may want to try Martexin Original Wax™ which was initially used to coat your canvas bag.
SHINJUKU COLLECTION
Inspired by the vibrant, fast-paced Tokyo neighborhood, the Shinjuku Collection is designed to help you nimbly navigate your way through crowds. These stylish bags are compact, lightweight, and comfortable to carry.
Crafted from traditional Waxed Canvas or modern Ballistic Nylon with full-grain leather accents and premium hardware, these bags are made to last.
made in usa
We're proud to offer American-made gear built for the long haul. All our products are designed and made in our San Francisco workshop, where rent is high, labor expensive, and competition intense. We wouldn't go anywhere else.
