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Behind the Seams: The Machines
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Recently got the Frost River Pilot Brief and it’s amazing. This is my third frost river bag and once again this company outdid itself. I actually called the number and chatted with a rep to figure out what briefcase would fit my needs. The workmanship and quality of the product is top notch. The smell of the leather is also phenomenal. It’s used everyday in a teaching capacity. On the weekends it’s my diaper bag/ kids toy keeper. Truly enjoying this bag.
All of my bags were either backpacks or tactical looking. I wanted something a little more stylish, but functional. I have a Frost River woodsman pack, so I knew the quality would be amazing. I am using my Pilot Brief as my daily carry to the office. Plenty of space. I will also use this as my carry on when I travel. I am very happy with it. It's not as heavy as I thought it would be which is a plus. I definitely recommend getting the pad for the strap. This bag will outlive me. A+. Would buy it again.
Use daily for work and smile every time it's slung over my shoulder. The quality beams so much one could cause a car accident by simply walking on the sidewalk and distracting a driver. Have a handful of Filson bags but these are better. While I will continue to buy USA made Filson clothes, I will never buy a bag from them again. Trust me, for camping or the office these are the best bags in this style hands down. Accept no substitute. Thank you Frost River team. Everyone asks about the bag; I should carry Frost River catalogs. If you need a smaller bag, consider a smaller bag or buy both of what you contemplating as you will not be disappointed.
I have had the Pilot Brief as my primary laptop travel bag for four years.
I fly every week and pack it full. There is not a single sign of abuse despite my constant use.
It is one of several Frost River products I have and use regularly and is definitely my workhorse.
Pilot Brief