It started years ago, admiring European kid's school bags and satchels from afar. growing up in Canada, there was no tradition of receiving one when one began school, and they weren't "cool". After years of rucksack, messenger bag, laptop carriers, et al, I have now found the rugged, handmade classic style briefcase/satchel/rucksack of my dreams: Indiana Jone-ish. Like I'll ever need one when I'm riding a camel.... but, still!