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is_it_on OP t1_izlvbjr wrote

Reply to comment by spydrwebb44 in I know it's a cliché around here, but my Saddleback Leather satchel is over 10 years old and has a quarter million air miles on it, mostly shoved under a seat. It does not lead a sheltered life and it's in fantastic shape. by is_it_on

People with these bags tend to talk about them a lot. The fact that mine is ten years old and has seen use is maybe a little unique but otherwise I figure the bifl community spends a lot of time hearing about them.

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Apartingclass t1_izm1aok wrote

I think the issue is the change in quality in the past 5 years prior to you buying yours. From what I've heard. I do not have one, but would love one. Also more pics pls

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is_it_on OP t1_izm3ckv wrote

I've heard the same, although I'm kind of on the fence about the complaints. They shifted to using leather with visible scars and defects and that ticked a bunch of people off. They see it as paying the same price for a lower quality item. Including those marks doesn't affect the strength or durability of the leather, so to my mind it both adds uniqueness and results in less waste.

I'm just happy that I never have to buy a satchel again. This thing is part of my life story now and I can always count on it.

I'll get some more pics tomorrow. I'm glad people appreciate it!

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gaobij t1_izm7a3n wrote

There's no fucking way this isn't an ad

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is_it_on OP t1_izma0u0 wrote

Look at my history. I'm not an advertisers dream.

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gaobij t1_izmc7ay wrote

Your history is like an insane persons. Do you post everything you do?

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is_it_on OP t1_izmcctb wrote

No, of course not. Some of that I make up.

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is_it_on OP t1_izmejjd wrote

Lol somebody is gonna have to explain the down votes.

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