Duluth Trading - Hard Working Essentials
By Joan Young on
Duluth Trading Company specializes in cases, totes, tool bags, and organizers for people who work hard and expect their gear to do the same.
The briefcase I own is no longer offered, so I wont go into great detail about its features.I bought it in 1995, and it was called the engineers briefcase.Ive used it regularly since then, and except that the shoulder strap is a bit squished it practically looks new.No stitching, zipper, clip or tab has failed. I am notorious for getting things filthy, and worked in outdoor locations for several of the years I used the case daily.It sheds mud like a duck, and is not stained anywhere.
You wont find this model, but what you will find is that the company offers top quality products at prices that wont break your back.Of course, you can stuff so much equipment in their rugged bags that you might break your back lugging it around.But the bag can take it!
Their canvas bags are made from fire-hose canvas.It is rugged and waterproof.They design their bags with compartments that actually work for people who need a portable office.There are pockets and slots and holders and zippers galore, but they all make sense and fit current technology.For example, when I bought mine, pockets were sized to fit floppy disks and older, larger cell phones.Now they fit digital cameras, PDAs, etc.
The model that seems to be most comparable to the one I have is now called the Fully Evolved Briefcase, and it sells for $69.50.
They also offer nylon and leather goods, and a variety of special products to meet various storage needs like bucket tool organizers, tool belts, travel bags, lunch bags, car organizers, electronics tool briefcases, etc.
Id kind of like a new bag, but this one will never wear out!
www.duluthtrading.com
If it sheds mud like a duck, doesn't stain, rip, unravel or tear, I need it:) Looks like they make high quality durable products for a very reasonable price.
I am sitting here smiling-I've never heard of the phrase sheds mud like a duck!! LOVE IT!! I think it says a lot for the company that you've had your briefcase since 1995 & it still works & functions great for you!!
Thanks for sharing the detailed information. It is great when things can withstand the test of time.
Oooo this looks nice too. Too bad it's not offered anymore :0( I'll have to check out some of their other products.
Too bad this one isn't offered for sale. I seem to be finding this happening alot. You fall in love with a product...when you need to replace it or someone wants the same one you have...it's no where to be found. I bet you could sell this one on ebay and get a new one for yourself, but I would bet you won't let this gem go!
Nice briefcase there, as humans sometimes we do wish the bag wears out fast then we have all the excuse to get new one..lol.
Thanks so much for the detailed information about this bag. I'm glad this one is lasting a while for you! It still looks great. I love when a bag has a ton of compartments too.
Very nice looking bag. I really like this one. Thanks for sharing!
Oh I would love this with all the pockets to keep things organized.
You gotta love a product that is made to last. I have never heard of this company but will definately check it out now.