2007-10-21 16:36 From the designer:
The dimensions of the bag lying flat are: 19 1/2" wide and 13" tall. It is 4" deep at the base, 3" deep at the top (with zipper closed), the side pieces taper from 4" wide at the bottom to 3" at the top.
This bag has 5 pockets besides the main, zippered, body of the bag, and is unlined.
Two large front pockets with darts at the base to give it depth, and flap/snapped closure with finger loop (Dimensions: 9" wide at the opening, 8 1/4" tall each)
Two flat side pockets off the strap with snap closure (Dimensions: 4" wide at the opening, 6" tall each)
nd one large back pocket with snap closure (Dimensions: 17" wide at the opening, 10" tall).
t has an adjustable strap with sliding hardware (Strap Dimensions: adjustable from 26 1/2" - 43" max). (More details below)
I used a fabric called Trigger, which is 65% Cotton, 35% Polyester. Unlike the Duck cloth I use on my messanger bag, it is much more flexible and therefore softer. It's just as durable, but gives it more of a 'shoulder bag' feel rather than a stiff messenger bag.
There is no lining. The seams on the interior are covered by biased tape.
Antique brass heavyduty snaps, zipper, and eyelits. Just like the original bag.
Padded bottom with rib stitching (just like the original bag) to keep it in place. I'm not sure if the original has padding, but this really helps protect the contents when you set it down, and also helps a great deal with strength and keeping the shape of the bag.
An extra layer of fabric attached with iron-on hem adhesive tape is behind both sets of eyelits, and all snaps; to provide extra strength for wear, tension, and washing.
2 Inch Lightweight Polypropylene khaki strap (similar to a web belts) with sturdy sliding hardware (in contrasting brown) for an adjustable strap. Just like the original bag.
