Name: Bolt Briefcase
Brand: WaterField Designs
SKU: BBSMZZBLBAZZZZ
Price: 329.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.89 (440 reviews)

The Bolt Laptop Briefcase

In ballistic nylon or waxed canvas

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Bolt Briefcase

Includes matching removable Supreme Suspension Shoulder Strap

Includes matching Supreme Suspension Strap

Bolt Briefcase laptop compartment

Bolt Briefcase Large

Bolt Briefcase Small

Holds two devices in padded compartments

Slips onto carry-on handles

Size Small

Small Silhouette

Size Medium

Medium Silhouette

Size Large

Large Silhouette

Black Leather on Ballistic Nylon

Chocolate Leather on Ballistic Nylon

Chocolate Leather on Waxed Canvas

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Built to Bolt. For commuters or business travelers, the Bolt Briefcase organizes your gear with thoughtfully-placed pockets, padded laptop and tablet compartments, waterproof zippers, and a rolling suitcase passthrough.

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All our products are crafted locally in our workshop by the most skilled sewing team in San Francisco.

Material:

1050 Denier Black ballistic nylon or waxed canvas base
Naturally-tanned full-grain leather accents
More details here

Dimensions & Weight:

Small:

36.83 (l) x 10.16 (w) x 26.67 (h) cm; 0.88 kg

Medium:

39.37 (l) x 10.16 (w) x 27.94 (h) cm; 1.13 kg

Large:

43.18 (l) x 12.7 (w) x 28.32 (h) cm; 1.34 kg

FEATURES

Key tether to eliminate your daily key search.
Slips over rolling suitcase handle to breeze through airports.
Invisible magnets secure front pockets with a satisfying snap.
Includes removable, adjustable Supreme Suspension Shoulder Strap for carrying comfort.
Built-in padded laptop and tablet pocket to make sure your devices are organized and protected.
OPTIONAL: Martexin Original Wax can be used to touch-up and and freshen the wax on your bag.

SHIPPING

Domestic: Flat rate 2-day shipping. Details.
International: 2-3 business day delivery. Country duty/tax calculated at Checkout. Details.

Open space hero

I have an 8 year old Waterfield bag that has been my go-to, but alas my workplace forced everyone to hot-desking and now I need to carry more stuff around. While I have the smaller 14" MBP, I went with the large size bag so that I can carry a lightweight hoodie, water/coffee flask plus a smaller insert for power supply, mouse and the like. The Bolt so far is excellent. About the only thing I wish it had is 2 or 3 pen sleeves.

Awesome quality and style. One minor request: add pencil holders in the future

Bolt briefcase for every days and forevever

When I received the case I noticed directly the overall quality of the product.
Everything is well thought out and well done.
It looks really practical to take all you need and robust.
I took the M size and it fit perfectly for AirPod max case, bottle of water, 15 inch laptop, cables and even more!
Highly recommended!

The just-right briefcase for everyday carry

My first Waterfield briefcase was a Cargo Bag, which, being sized for a 16-inch MacBook Pro, is larger than I need, and I found myself filling it up to the point that it would be uncomfortable to carry. That, of course, is my fault.

Then I tried an Outback Duo Laptop Brief, sized for the 14-inch MBP. I like the fact that it simply won’t allow a super-heavy load, but for what I want to carry, it’s just a bit too small.

The Bolt Briefcase fits my MBP, my iPad Pro, a memobottle A5, a gear pouch for cables and plugs and whatnot, and other everyday items I need. The deep hand pockets, for example, fit my eyeglasses in their case plus contact lens solution and a lens case, along with wallet, AirPods, and other small things. And it stays compact. I like the hidden front pocket, where I can fit slim things such as my iPad mini when I’m being a bit extra, and the front drop pockets are great for quick-access items. This bag’s design is so thoughtful and well-considered.

I’m glad I chose the small size. I know my own tendencies to overfill my bags, and this one simply won’t allow that, but it does let me carry the essentials. I think the Bolt is the briefcase for most of us.

Beautiful Executive Gift

The medium sized bag made a beautiful executive gift. Guests loved them and Team loved the fact that they were made in the USA. Support team at Waterfield responded quickly to a large order and were friendly and professional. Excellent Service and an Excellent Gift!

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WaterField's Bolt Briefcase can fill a variety of needs

AppleWorld.Today - January 15, 2018

"WaterField Designs' Bolt Briefcase is designed to meet the evolving needs of tech professionals and business travelers."

Apple World Today Rating (Out of Five Stars):

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Bolt Briefcase from WaterField Designs is a stylish bag to carry your Surface Pro (or any other laptop)

On MSFT - July, 2017

"With the Bolt Briefcase, WaterField Designs impresses again – in form as well as function – with excellent craftsmanship and style quotient."

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Waterfield Bolt: A great everyday briefcase

Baker on Tech - November 1, 2015

"After using the Bolt for a few months, it remains my briefcase of choice. It’s the best looking, most durable and small enough to carry everywhere I go."

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Review: WaterField's Bolt Briefcase carries your MacBook and iPad in style

AppAdvice - April 23, 2015

"WaterField Designs always produces stunning products, and the Bolt is no exception. There are few briefcases that look as good and have as much functionality as this one."

The Bolt’s Overall Scores:

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Small States Review: Bolt Briefcase from WaterField Designs is an ideal work and travel companion

9to5Toys.com - February 28, 2015

"The Bolt Briefcase has a clearly intentional design with both businessmen and travelers in mind, it is pretty easy to imagine this bag walking into a meeting in Silicon Valley. I’d highly recommend the Bolt if you are looking for a backpack or leather bag alternative that is well-designed and has a great story behind it."

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WaterField Designs Bolt Briefcase hands-on: High quality functional design for the business traveler

ZDnet - February 4, 2015

“WaterField Designs continues to offer well-designed bags for the professional. The soft Bolt Briefcase looks great at meetings, conferences, and in the airport.”

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WaterField Designs Bolt Briefcase Review

Notebooks.com - February 15, 2015

“It’s easily the best briefcase-style bag I’ve used. It includes plenty of storage space, looks great in all of its designs and will last.”

SIZE GUIDE

The Bolt Briefcase comes in Small, Medium, and Large with a built-in padded compartment for laptops and tablets. The following devices can fit in these sizes:

Small - Laptop Compartment fits devices up to 13" x 10"

14" MacBook Pro (snug fit)
13” MacBook Pro
13" MacBook Air
Dell XPS 13
Surface Laptop 5 (13.5")

Small - Tablet Compartment fits devices up to 12" x 8.75"

13'' iPad Pro M4 with Magic Keyboard
11'' iPad Pro M4 with Magic Keyboard
12.9" iPad Pro M2 with Magic Keyboard
11" iPad Pro M2 with Magic Keyboard
11" iPad Air with Magic Keyboard
Pixel Slate
Surface Pro 9 Type Cover

Medium - Laptop Compartment fits devices up to 14.25" x 10"

14" MacBook Pro
NEW 15" MacBook Air
16" MacBook Pro
Surface Laptop 5 (15")

Medium - Tablet Compartment fits devices up to 12" x 8.75"

13'' iPad Pro M4 with Magic Keyboard
11'' iPad Pro M4 with Magic Keyboard
12.9" iPad Pro M2 with Magic Keyboard
11" iPad Pro M2 with Magic Keyboard
11" iPad Air with Magic Keyboard
Pixel Slate
Surface Pro 9 with Type Cover

Large - Laptop Compartment

Fits devices up to 16" x 10"

Large - Tablet Compartment fits devices up to 12" x 8.75"

13'' iPad Pro M4 with Magic Keyboard
11'' iPad Pro M4 with Magic Keyboard
12.9" iPad Pro M2 with Magic Keyboard
11" iPad Pro M2 with Magic Keyboard
11" iPad Air with Magic Keyboard
Pixel Slate
Surface Pro 9 with Type Cover

Customer-vetted Devices - From Customer Reviews:

Dell XPS 15 fits in Medium Size Laptop Compartment (Warner, Nashville)

PROTECTS LAPTOP AND TABLET

The preferred everyday carry for professionals toting multiple tech gear. Organizes tech efficiently with plenty of pockets.

"The bag has honestly changed my productivity, as I'm now able to carry my mobile office with me and react and respond to challenges and opportunities on the go." - James Y.

HOW TO FRESHEN UP YOUR CANVAS

Keep your bag looking new by applying wax when you think it needs a little refresh. Although any wax is applicable, you can use Martexin Original Wax which was initially used to coat your canvas bag.

CARING FOR YOUR LEATHER AND WAXED CANVAS

If you have the waxed canvas and chocolate leather version of the Bolt Briefcase, Gary shows how you can maintain these materials so they’ll look great over time. We use full grain Roughman Leather for your bag which has oils that respond well to heat.

Although this video is for the AirPods Max Shield Case, the maintenance also applies to your bag.

made in usa

We're proud to offer American-made gear built for the long haul. All our products are designed and made in our San Francisco workshop, where rent is high, labor expensive, and competition intense. We wouldn't go anywhere else.