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Thursday, December 13, 2012

Reviewing Filson Bags: What Makes Them Great

By Robert Greenfield


There are lots of companies who make bags, but few who deliver a bag that is both incredibly durable and stylish. One company that many people agree does this exceedingly well is Filson. In addition to their line of clothing and apparel, Filson has a full line of bags and luggage. Filson combines superior craftsmanship, quality materials, and stylish design to make durable and classic bags.

C.C. Filson founded the company in Seattle, Washington in 1897. Originally known as C.C. Filson's Pioneer Alaska Clothing and Blanket Manufacturers, Filson started out by making clothes and apparel for the pioneers of the Gold Rush. Mr. Filson wanted everything he made to be the absolute best in terms of quality and craftsmanship; a mission that Filson still carries out to this day.

Filson offers 100+ products in its Bags and Luggage line: luggage, duffle bags, garment bags, field bags, rucksacks and backpacks, shoulder and messenger bags, briefcases and laptop bags, tote bags, and gun & fishing bags. All of the bags are made using high quality materials and available in a variety of different colors and styles. Like everything Filson does, their bags and luggage are guaranteed to last and are perfect for work, traveling, the field, and everyday use.

Why are Filson bags better than other bags? One aspect that sets a Filson bag apart is the use of high quality materials, such as tin-cloth cotton, wool, rugged twill, canvas, denim, and bridle leather. Filson uses these quality materials because they look good and because they hold up well over time. Every Filson bag is also highly functional and practical; Filson designs each bag to excel in any setting or environment.

In addition to the materials used and the bags functionality, Filson crafts each bag with an unparalleled attention to detail. Many of the steps in making a bag are done by hand, and Filson designs every bag to last a long time. Filson even guarantees some of their bags to last a lifetime, such as their Bridle Leather Briefcase. Filson's motto is "Might as Well Have the Best"; a perfect slogan for a company that goes the extra mile in making their bags.

While Filson carries many different types of popular bags and luggage, their most popular bag is the Original Briefcase, or Filson 256. The Original Briefcase is a classic and stylish briefcase that is perfect for work and everyday use. It is made from Filson's oil-finish cotton fabric with handsome brass components and genuine leather. Another popular bag is the Leather Field Satchel, which is made from vegetable tanned bridle leather and handmade in Filson's factory, in Seattle. Filson guarantees the Leather Field Satchel to last a lifetime, and it takes roughly 10 years to break-in fully.

Lately, several companies have collaborated with Filson, and made clothing and bags. The Levis x Filson Collection has two bags, a tote and duffel bag using Levi's denim and Filson's oil finish tin cloth. Filson also partnered with LeChameau to make two bags, using the company's natural rubber with their own rugged twill cotton. These bags are the Oil Finish Le Chameau Tote and Medium Field Bag.

Overall, Filson makes some really great bags and luggage in a variety of different styles and uses. Filson guarantees their bags to last; they design and construct them using durable and stylish materials and time honored processes. Filson bags are perfect for work, travel, and everyday use and come in many sizes and colors. With everything Filson offers, there is undoubtedly a bag, briefcase, or luggage piece that can help accomplish anything.




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