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The Knox is one of the more popular bags for a several reasons. First, it’s very affordable, especially if you buy one of the special deal bags available on etsy. Second, it’s extremely practical. The pocket setup on this bag provide all the necessary room to store your camera, a few extra lenses & your personal belongings. No need to carry two bags! And, of course, you can create your own unique bag by choosing a print for your flap & the exterior & interior color choices. But being a popular bag leads to a lot of questions & my goal with this post is to answer all the usual questions & give you all the details on Knox from the basic size measurements down to the specifics on each & every pocket. So here we go…
Exterior Measurements: 7″ H x 8.5″ W x 6″ D
Flap: A cotton print (selected by you) is used to construct the front flap, center fabric panel & trim for back zipper pocket. This cotton print is lined with two layers of heavy duty interfacing to provide stability & durability. The flap itself is not waterproof or padded, but either of these options are available for a fee. The flap is approx. 10″ w to provide plenty of coverage along the top of the bag.
Exterior Fabric: The entire body is constructed from waterproof nylon, available in black, brown, charcoal or khaki. The nylon has a twill texture to it & feels smooth to the touch. It has the appearance of twill & doesn’t stand out as a waterproof material.
Standard Closure: Side release plastic buckle closure. The buckle is hidden under the front flap (see photo above). It measure approx 1″ w x 2″ L. The buckle keeps the bag tightly closed but allows easy access, because it can be opened with one hand. Other closure options are available.
Shoulder Strap & Pad: Adjustable strap measures 1.5″ W x 60″ (fully extended). Straps are available in black or brown. The removable shoulder pad is constructed from the print selected (if enough available). The pad has a layer of fleece for comfort & can easily be attached or removed using the velcro strips sewn in.
Zipper Pocket: Large zipper pocket along the backside of the bag, measures approx. 5″ H x 14″ W. How is wider than the bag? It wraps around on each side, so it’s the entire width of the bag. A heavy duty zipper keeps everything tightly inside. Perfect pocket for carrying personal items. The fabric trim keeps the zipper hidden from view.
Front Open Pocket: The open pocket is perfect for cell phones or lens caps or even memory cards. The front of the pocket is constructed from the print selected, but the back is lined with the same waterproof nylon used on the rest of the exterior. This ensures no moisture leakage into the interior. It measures approx. 6″ H x 6″ W.
Interior Measurements: 6.5″ H x 7.5″ W x 5″ D – 1/2 foam surrounds the entire exterior of the bag. The 1/2 foam along with a thick cardboard support the bottom of the bag. Keep in mind this is foam, not batting, so it provides a good amount of structure & support without being bulky. Camera shown in the photos measures approx. 5.5″ W x 5″ D x 4″ H (for scale purposes)
Interior Pockets: The interior has two fully padded pockets. The pockets are padded with 1/4″ thick foam, so you have plenty of cushion without any bulk. Each pocket measures approx. 5.5″ H x 5″ W x 3.5″ D.
Interior Fabric: A waterproof nylon is also used for the interior. It is a thinner, smoother fabric than what is used for the exterior. The smoothness of the fabric will keep valuable equipment from being scratched. This material is incredibly durable & stain resistant. Click here to see available color options.
Oh, I’m so excited to introduce this bag & what better way to announce it’s arrival then to do a GIVEAWAY! One lucky winner will win their own custom HOBO style CAMERA BAG. If you’ve seen my bags before, then you’ll recognize the interior. It’s designed the same as Maia, with removable & adjustable dividers. The exterior is all new in design. This bag allows for a large splash of color (or not) on either side, but maintains durability with a heavy duty nylon used for the bottom & interior.
I like this bag because it’s perfect for when you need quick access to your camera and don’t want to mess with flaps or buckles. Also, the bag is deep enough that your camera cannot be easily snagged from inside even though it has an open top. You can use it purely as a camera bag or create a snug pocket for your camera, using the adjustable dividers, and store anything else you may need for a day trip inside. The pockets along the backside allow room for cell phones, keys & even bottles. I’m thinking this bag could easily work as camera/diaper bag quite easily.
Options available: Zipper closure or Fixed interior pockets (similar to Moxy). Of course, I’m always willing to further customize a bag if possible. Please
contact me if interested in creating your own unique version of this bag.
To find more photos of the bag, please visit my flickr site.
Giveaway Details:
The winner will choose from any fabric on eQuilter.com (under $10/yd) for the body, along with a solid color for both the exterior bottom & interior (both of these fabrics are water repellent nylon). (All color options will be provided at the end of contest to the winner)
Details about the bag: Measures 12″ H x 12″ W x 6″ D (exterior measurements), 1/2″ Thick Foam lines the interior (provides great cushion to equipment stored inside), Heavy Duty Snaps for Closure, 3 open pockets along the backside. The interior has two fully adjustable padded dividers.
Be sure to have your entries in by 12:00am on Friday, July 2nd!
Winner will be randomly selected and announced once confirmed.
Here’s a peek at the tote/hobo camera bag in the works. The interior size is very similar to that of the MAIA, except for the extra height. The simple snap closure allows you to keep the bag tightly closed, but allows for easy access when you want to be able to grab-n-shoot with your camera. No flap to slow things down. The bottom is Cordura to keep it waterproof & durable, while the interior is lined in waterproof nylon packcloth. The adjustable fabric strap is padded, so no need for a separate shoulder pad.
Oh, and notice the beautiful new teal color option! There will be several new interior color choices available very shortly & this beautiful blue is one of them. As the new color choices are brought in, a few will be discontinued. Silver, tan & possibly charcoal will be discontinued. The charcoal, although it has been popular, has become more difficult to obtain in the same color shade. Each time I receive an order it’s almost like opening a surprise birthday present, I never know what I’m going to get. More on the color changes as I finalize the new selections.
The tote will be ready to go within the next two weeks. Just a little more tweaking & it will be ready to go…
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