I often travel with a large duffel that holds my medication , sound divices, iPad, and a mirad of other things. In reality, on a short trip, all I need is my iPhone, compact headphones and my medications and a couple of sundry items, so that I do not need to get into my carryon during a flight. This bag will handle it all, and by using the cross strap, I don't have to worry about this bag while dragging my carry on the the plane. The bag seens to be well constructed, the seams look tight and I do not believe that this is full grain leather, but it should to the do for quite some time. If there is a construction concern, the strap could be made from the material that the bag is made from, instead of the nylon adjustable strap that is used. After, I have actujally used it, I will update this review