Rothco Vintage Canvas Backpack (Olive)

I bought this bag for school and so far it's serving me well. I ordered the tan color and it was slighter darker in color when it arrived, but I actually like it better than what it looked like online. Just enough pockets, good zippers, good fabric. It's not huge, but I wouldn't say it's mini either, just the right size for me and my books. If you want a simple but sturdy bag for everyday use I would highly recommend this.

So, after the failure that was the Military Vintage Backback (same exact look just significantly larger), I decided to be an idiot and try this one. I did not regret it! To be exact, the dimensions of the bag are as follow:

15.7 x 13.5 x 7 (I have a 15.6 laptop, and it fits in here, snug, but I wouldn't recommend using this for something that large, my suggestion is 14.3'' and lower)

I was surprised when I saw the backpack that it really was the exact same design as the other bag.. just.. well.. smaller. To describe it's size, I wouldn't call this a regular backpack nor a mini, it's more or less in between the two, much like the size of a typical Jansport backpack.

I purchased Olive Drab, though looking at it now, I really wish I ordered the black one instead, but I'm not disappointed. The color is very vintage, like a dull forest green.

Now to the bag itself! I carry a small, 13.3'' laptop in here, along with my teen study bible, 3 thin notebooks and 2 folders (along w/ wallet and 3DS). It all fits nicely in there, no sag, no awkward fitting and it's not too comfortable, but it isn't enough for me to actually complain about. The strap problem I had before DOES NOT exist, as this one seems to be REALLY secure, as sometimes I have a hard time trying to adjust -edited out, see edit below-. I've already recieved compliments on it. There's more than enough pockets... All there is left is to test wear but that comes with time so I will update. For now, it's a great buy :]

//EDIT::.

So, I think it's been about a month so far, and I decided to knock down a star :[ I still love the bag, but I now have a couple of issues. One issue is the straps. It's become frustrating to adjust. Sometimes I want a quick loosen, and that becomes me stopping, kneeling, pulling and tugging... it's a hassle for a simple task. My other issue is the material. Strings from the loose material on the inside of the backpack are now getting caught in the zipper. It's easy to pull and break it off, and it doesn't weaken the bag, but a hassle it is.

It's still a great bag though at a reasonable price. I still highly recommend it ^^

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It really isn't as small as it looks. i dont know why they call it mini because its the size of a normal backpack.

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The dimensions are 15" x 13.5" x 7". This is not a mini backpack, it is closer to a traditional sized school backpack but it's still small enough to lug around as a daypack/purse.

It looks good and it feels soft. It's prewashed. The bag I got is a bit darker green than it shows on the Amazon photo. I like the lighter green in the photo better but the real thing does scream vintage military just like the title says.

The canvas is sturdy. The zippers seem fine so far. The straps are woven on a needle loom so they would fray if they get worn down. I think it's probably fine for regular use.

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I needed a backpack for traveling. I wanted it to look different but not stand out too much because I was going to be in the city and traveling all over on public transportation. I also wanted to have it be stylish and could sorda double as a purse. The price was great and I was worried it would be cheap but when I got it I was pleased that it was exactly what I was looking for. It was a small to medium size bag. Perfect for carry on and it made it through the trip. I had to wash it when I returned and it went through the wash well. It is by far the most favorite backpack I have ever owned.