Much thicker and stronger canvas in this replica version than the one I bought here 15+ years ago. Pleasant surprises everywhere except I happened to have one that has a hard to pull off snap with the loose male end attached on the bag. Ended up not using that snap for fear that repeated use might rib the snap off the canvas (Same problem I had with the original MK VII purchased earlier, but that's excusable since it's an old bag to begin with). Otherwise this would have been a very good, durable and stylish EDC bag.

Debating if I should order another one, worrying that the new order might have the same problem. Will decide later.

Keung - CA

Great construction and authenticity- thank you!

Vozzo - US

My first one was terribly faded and the strap came apart after a few years of fairly regular farm use. I am happy to have a new one. The new strap is darker inside and out but as you can see in the photo, any bends in the leather result in lighter cracks. The exterior of the strap will need to be coated with Neatsfoot Oil, Pecard's Dressing, or something similar to protect it fully. Adjusting the strap as is leaves marks.

There were a few loose threads inside the bag, once a few inches long. This bag also has some small strings that my previous bags did not possess. I don't know how film accurate this bag is compared to others, but it is durable and functional. I used to carry a laptop in mine, coffee cans full of range cubes as well for feeding our coos.

Matt - US