New Carry On Bag

[JamesClifton]

This is a carry on bag that i just finished. it is my first work of any significance. My orignal plan was to add a lot more tooling to the body and lid but i soon realized that my skill level is just not up to it at this point. so i added the celtic cross on the ends and left it at that. I used 7-8oz leather so it will hold it's shape in everything short of a plane crash. Anyway, i'm happy with how it turned out and welcome feedback. thanks

[Rohn]

That really looks nice. I like the lacing it adds a very nice look to the bag. The straps are nice and the carved cross is tastefully done. Excellent job on the entire bag. It is a work to be happy with.

[JamesClifton]

Thanks, I appreciate the comments. The lacing was time consuming but i think it works well.

[Jon P]

I agree with Rohn, nicely done!

[scottyslife]

Agreed, a very nice bag

Regards,

Scott

[leatherwytch]

I Love the lacing and the celtic cross. Well done. It look like it holds a lot.

[Basically Bob]

Looks great! Lots of planning and work in that, for sure!

[MonicaJacobson]

Nice job, James! I think you were right to stick to just the crosses on the end. It looks cool and classy, and the crosses make it even better. That's a really cool project.

[Wild Bill46]

You have a good grasp on your leather crafting.

It looks as though its thought out and properly constructed. I like the size alot, for a carry on bag.

if you don't mind my asking what are its dimensions ?

As with the others, I like your Mexican braiding, It sets this bag apart. --- Wild Bill46

[JamesClifton]

Thanks again for all the positive comments. Now that it is done and I'm thinking of making a companion laptop bag. As for the dimensions it is 17 3/4" length over all and i listed the other dimensions in the pic. I tried to keep it a little within what the airline considers acceptable for a carry on. I would hate to be that guy trying to stuff an over sized bag in the over head bin and i sure don't want to check it.

[rosiart]

Nice bag and you will not have to worry about identifying yours amongst the sea of black bags. :-) As you mentioned the dimensions and you're needing to keep within the airline restrictions for cabin luggage, can I ask how much this weighs? I have toyed with the idea but thought it would get too heavy, given the weight restrictions on some flights.

[JamesClifton]

This bag weighs in at 4lbs 11oz compared to my roller board at 7.5lbs. Now my roller board is 3" longer and 2" wider so it is a bit bigger.

[Wild Bill46]

Thank you for the measurements. I'm keeping this bag for a future project.

I have too many at present to do any more, any justice. again; thanx Wild Bill46

[Calvus]

Wow! Very nice and very impressive. You've given me an idea for a gift for my sister.

[Tugadude]

Very nice. Any in-progress pics? I agree with the decision on the carving, but you could have put a small celtic cross or trescallion on the front flap. Perfect spot for it. Love the whole bag!

[Boriqua]

Very nicely done. Be watchful when you put that bad boy through the scanner and make sure you are there to retrieve it at the other end!