Product Description:
Hartmann Luggages Stratum satchel is the perfect companion to your mobile suitcase. Great for carry on or weekend use.
Product Details:
- Convertible back pocket slips easily over Mobile Traveler handle
- Large gusseted zip pocket on front
- U-shaped opening provides nice access to main compartment with multiple interior pockets
- Removable, adjustable shoulder strap with non-slip pad and custom leather luggage tag included
- TSA Lock
Customer Reviews:
The Last of an American Made Brand By Competition Rider
For those of you who don't know, Hartman was purchased by Samsonite and its American offices were closed Dec 2012. What we're seeing on Amazon in 2013 is the last of the American manuf. luggage before the India manuf Samsonite stuff appears on the shelves.
So I wanted the stratum vertical satchel because I don't like wide duffels or bags with long handles. The satchel is beautifully made, with an integrated solid bottom, and substantial rubber feet to keep it off of rainy concrete while waiting for a cab. There's not much in the way of pockets in the front panel or interior, just enough to hold a phone, iPod, maybe a notepad. There's also no computer sleeve, however, I find those inconvenient, and just put my computer in a stand alone sleeve.
The exterior back pocket can be used as a magazine pocket. However, it also has a zipper at the bottom. When that is unzippered you can use the resulting sleeve to slip over the handle of your rollalong so it doesn't slip off. I didn't find that useful. I just used one of the short handles to do the same thing.
The integrated handles are short (which I find preferable), and there's a detachable shoulder strap. The zippers are strong and smooth operating.
So what you get: a nicely made bag with many nice touches but nothing special in the way of design. It holds quite a bit.
Since I carry my figure skates in it, the hard bottom and rubber feet were important since together these two features allow the air to circulate around the bag and help prevent rust on my blades. If you use the bag in damp/humid areas, you may find this feature useful as well.
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