Laptop bag
Looking for suggestions to replace my current, ugly laptop bag.
Something I can sew badges and stick pins onto without a fuss, so no leather or too technical fabrics. Spacious enough to hold accessories and a shoulder strap would be good.
Style wise something more workwear/milsurp-esque to fit my general vibe.
Budget ideally < $100
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Do you want a dedicated laptop bag or a bag that fits your laptop?
In the latter case, I think universal surplus has a bunch of pretty cool milsurp bags, you might find something there. For example this bag might work if your laptop is not too big.
https://universal-surplus.com/collections/surplus-bags/products/french-military-besace?variant=44752442687775
Though I have to say that they are not great about shipping in a timely manner rn.
Universal Surplus
FRENCH 1950S MILITARY SATCHEL
ERA : 50’s TTA 47 ORIGIN : FRANCE CONDITION : DEADSTOCK MATERIAL: LINEN/COTTON ID : Original paratrooper bags from french army, design to carry the parachuteK SIZE GUIDE: Height : [cm 30] Width : [cm 32] Depth : [cm 14]
Also that bag just sreams "please, put patches on me"
Ohh nice
Bag that fits the laptop
unfortunately needs to be big enough for a 17" Mac
If I was rich I'd buy a Porter Yoshida one but
If you like those, maybe look into helmet bag repros, like this: https://www.broadwayandsons.com/products/us-air-force-flyers-helmet-bag-w-strap
Broadway & Sons
US Air Force Flyers Helmet Bag w/Strap
Item: US Air Force Flyers Helmet Bag With Strap | Material: Polyester | Color: Military Green | Condition: New (reproduction) | Dimensions: 48,5 x 50 cm
Actually that might well do the job
FWIW the tanker line doesn’t lend itself to patches well!
Put an order in after some consideration
now to locate needle and thread
Nice one! I'm curious how you like it when it arrives
Well my wife loves the look of it so it passes one important test!