I bought this for my new 17.3" laptop. I read a lot of reviews trying to find a bag that would actually fit my new computer, and I was running out of luck. When I found this one I decided I liked the style of it so much I'd take the risk, and it was so worth it.
My 17.3" laptop fits in the laptop compartment with about a finger's width leftover. The laptop compartment is well padded on both sides.
In the flip part of the messenger bag is 2 separate compartments, which easily fits my drawing tablet. It'll probably fit files and documents easily, too. There's a zipper compartment in the front as well which has a few pockets and pen holders, and other little things. The zip pocket on the outside of the bag isn't as big as I thought, but I think it's mostly decoration. It'll fit a cellphone and a few other small electronics for easy access.
Overall the laptop bag is great. The strap is comfortable. It's not bulky or awkward. As another reviewer said, the clips for the strap are made of a mix between plastic and metal which could be built better. But unless you're known to destroy purses or backpacks, then it shouldn't be a problem.
My only complaint is that the inside of the bag isn't that pretty baby blue as advertised. It's more of an aqua green. It's not a bad color, but that was part of what sold me on this bag was the blue. Case Logic VNM-217 17-Inch Laptop Messenger Bag (Black)
I have a 17.3 laptop and the bag is able accommodate the size of my laptop,the power cord,a mouse and my sketchbook and a folder with little room to spare. The bag is definitely meant for those who travel light. I love the contemporary style of the bag. The minimalist aesthetic was what i was looking for in a bag.However, the durability of bag is questionable. I have had the bag for a month and the nylon strap that messenger flap clips on to is already beginning to tear away from the bag and the zipper for the speed pocket is not functioning properly. I will be definitely be taken advantage of the warranty once I figure out how to.
I was hoping to find something that I could do some light carrying (as in, I don't carry my laptop outside of the house very often) in that would protect my huge laptop and would look relatively classy. I did a lot of searching on Amazon and found some items that looked very stylish but also was in the range of $60 plus, which I really couldn't justify for my "light carrying" needs. The CaseLogic bag is a great product for a pretty good price - I can't imagine a durable laptop bag going lower than the listed price - and it is a pretty modern looking bag.
The only thing I am not too crazy about is the "clasp" for the front flap, which is essentially a hook that you then slide through a fabric loop. Since the battery cord typically goes under that front flap (the laptop goes in a separate, zippered enclosure that's on the backside of the bag), that hook tends to slide loose a few times. It also is a bit of a pain to actually slide the hook through. It's not the biggest inconvenience but it is definitely a quality of the bag that could have been improved. I feel like a buckle would have been much more practical and easier to use.
Someone had mentioned the slight discrepancy of the "blue" coloring on the inside of the messenger bag, which is definitely true. The physical color is more of a turquoise green than a light blue.
The bag itself is actually quite nice! however, my only complaint is that it's kinda small. this bag is for laptops to 17 inch, well mine is 17.3 inches and wow is it tight! it fits but ya have to be careful so nothing catches or scratches on the zippers. this case is most definitely for 16-maybe 17" laptops but not any bigger.
The bag has no problem fitting my 16.5 inch computer. There is ample room on the side for putting in a binder and other papers, to make it useful for carrying other items as well.
The only very minor negative is that the zippered pocket that has a slot for pens & pencels doesn't fit the pen or pencil.
I own an Asus G73JH-X3 and I needed a bag desperately. I thought this would have been a good choice, but my laptop would not fit at all. It claims that it could fit a 17.3 inch laptop, but the Asus G73JH did NOT fit. The look and feel of the bag was really nice though. Only reason why I give this 4 stars is because it couldn't fit. I submitted an RMA and will be looking around for a new bag.
People who own a G73... Don't get this bag because it will NOT fit. But people who don't have that type of laptop, please do because this bag does get the job done with it's multiple compartments and style.
Alright so here's the Case Logic for a big 17 inch laptop. After receiving the bag I tried it out and I looked pretty fine with the messenger bag. All the items fitted and the laptop charger had made it look obscenely bulging for a messenger bag. The laptop I have is a Pavillion dv7-3183cl. I love the usb pocket holder. The only problem I ever encountered was while walking with the bag. After 30 seconds of my route, I noticed the annoying sound of it twisting of the plastic. This messenger bag is one of the with all the attributes, but the only downsides are the bulging laptop charger and the annoying sound. I'd maybe buy another one if they replaced the plastic with some leather or something else that wouldn't make the noise. - Case - Laptop Bags - 17 Inch Laptop Case - Great Value'
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