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4.5
From an admitted bag freak always on the prowl for just the right combination of size, # of pockets, durability, weight, price, etc., this bag hits the spot on all counts. I love it. As mentioned elsewhere, there is an odor initially, but it DOES go away in a short time. Also, I added Velcro fasteners to the two side pockets -- not really necessary, but I prefer that the pockets stay closed. I carry a LOT of items to work every day, portable hard drives, cords, chargers, calculator, thumb drives, small office supplies, portfolios, papers, folders, Kindle, etc., plus a wallet and other personal items, and this bag handles it all with ease. To address my usual "how many pockets do I need" dilemma, I purchased the Grid-It Organizer, CPG10BK (great item!), from Amazon, which fits in this bag perfectly, puts all the small things snugly in one place readily accessible, and puts the pocket problem to rest.The zipper closes easily even when the bag is stuffed. Someone mentioned that there are open areas at each end of the zipper which could allow small items to fall out. Those open areas keep the zipper from being too tight, I think, allowing it to close easily when the bag is fully loaded. My bag is put on a conveyor belt every day to be x-rayed, often gets knocked over and rolled about in the process, and so far nothing has fallen from those openings. Bottom line, this bag has gotten a workout during the two months I've had it, and is an ideal daily work tote that I highly recommend. I'm about to get at least one other color, maybe two. And what a value!
