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TUMI Alpha Brief Backpack - $439.98

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Tumi Alpha 3 Brief Pack - This backpack tops the list with its superior ballistic nylon construction, extensive organizational capabilities, and a sleek, professional design

https://www.samsclub.com/p/tumi-a.../P03029111
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The regular price is $625
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MTCVZH4 (reference only)
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Tumi Alpha 3 Brief Pack - This backpack tops the list with its superior ballistic nylon construction, extensive organizational capabilities, and a sleek, professional design

https://www.samsclub.com/p/tumi-a.../P03029111

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Apr 18, 2024 04:31 PM
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spec2Apr 18, 2024 04:31 PM
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I have two other Tumi Alpha Bravo backpacks - one small, on med. Many years old now, still look brand new. Bought one at the outlet, the other at a Nord. Anniv. sale. Love them both. There is no other brand of men's professional-style backpack that compares for style and build-quality. I seem to recall seeing them for less at the outlet recently if you are looking for smaller styles. I would pass on the leather ones. They are heavy and wear quickly. The nylon ones will look new for years if cared for.

BTW items made specifically for Tumi's outlet don't have the leather area for initials. That's how you can tell if it's "real" Tumi or just branded Tumi. If you buy a product that has the leather area you can take it to any Tumi retail store to have your initials stamped on it. It doesn't matter where you bought it or how much you paid. Also the leather is just glued on. You can get blanks at the Tumi store to if you ever hand it down or sell it.
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Apr 18, 2024 04:40 PM
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slickdude99Apr 18, 2024 04:40 PM
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you can get a lightweight ULA Dragonfly for half the price
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Apr 18, 2024 04:42 PM
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flipnf3rnoApr 18, 2024 04:42 PM
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Gray color for cheaper at Nordstrom Rack site. Doesn't have the leather part on the front for initials though.

https://www.nordstromrack.com/s/tumi-brief-pack/7776481?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&breadc... [nordstromrack.com]
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Apr 18, 2024 05:03 PM
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amaxApr 18, 2024 05:03 PM
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TUMI is such a "thank you for your 30 years of service to KPMG" cliche
Apr 18, 2024 06:53 PM
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neotaruntiusApr 18, 2024 06:53 PM
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Quote from batesokc :
Just get on Mercari and get Tumi business Backpacks for $130-$200.
I'm afraid that they are all fakes. Some of the listings even share pictures.
Apr 18, 2024 06:54 PM
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pcgeekpcgeekApr 18, 2024 06:54 PM
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Quote from spec2 :
There is no other brand of men's professional-style backpack that compares for style and build-quality.
I've been using the Tumi Alpha Bravo backpack for several years now and like yours, it still looks brand new. However, I had an older model of Tumi backpack and the stitching of the straps failed after 5 years of use but this newer one seems to be fine so far.

People on online forums often recommend Briggs and Riley as an alternative to Tumi ever since they discontinued their lifetime warranty and been acquired by Samsonite, but I don't have any experience with them personally.
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Quote from flipnf3rno :
Gray color for cheaper at Nordstrom Rack site. Doesn't have the leather part on the front for initials though.

https://www.nordstromrack.com/s/tumi-brief-pack/7776481?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&breadc... [nordstromrack.com]
It doesn't say ballistic nylon either

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Apr 18, 2024 07:16 PM
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CreditGuyApr 18, 2024 07:16 PM
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Quote from spec2 :
I have two other Tumi Alpha Bravo backpacks - one small, on med. Many years old now, still look brand new. Bought one at the outlet, the other at a Nord. Anniv. sale. Love them both. There is no other brand of men's professional-style backpack that compares for style and build-quality. I seem to recall seeing them for less at the outlet recently if you are looking for smaller styles. I would pass on the leather ones. They are heavy and wear quickly. The nylon ones will look new for years if cared for.

BTW items made specifically for Tumi's outlet don't have the leather area for initials. That's how you can tell if it's "real" Tumi or just branded Tumi. If you buy a product that has the leather area you can take it to any Tumi retail store to have your initials stamped on it. It doesn't matter where you bought it or how much you paid. Also the leather is just glued on. You can get blanks at the Tumi store to if you ever hand it down or sell it.
I have a couple of Tumi bags, not backpacks however, and their quality is very high. But Tumi is awfully proud of their items too, hence a price that is for something that should last many many years. If a person is young and needs a bag to last 15 years or more and can swing the price, they are great bags to have.
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Apr 18, 2024 07:28 PM
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Apr 18, 2024 07:28 PM
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Quote from TaylorH2347 :
I've got this backpack and it's probably six years old. She is very little aware and has held up great.
I'm not ready for a self-aware backpack.
Apr 18, 2024 07:30 PM
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TaylorH2347Apr 18, 2024 07:30 PM
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Quote from jcnix :
I'm not ready for a self-aware backpack.
Ha… voice to text! Has very little ware
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Apr 19, 2024 01:26 AM
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zasdfApr 19, 2024 01:26 AM
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Looks like a good price for ALPHA TUMI Brief Pack. It is just too heavy.
Apr 19, 2024 01:33 AM
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badboy600Apr 19, 2024 01:33 AM
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Ugly but holds everything and is virtually indestructible. Mine has been through countless flights and hotels and hotels still is perfect
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Apr 19, 2024 01:02 PM
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webjockApr 19, 2024 01:02 PM
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Tumi is a popular luxury item; especially in Asia. It is like wearing a Rolex or Persols sunglasses, many people just know you have a $500 bag or $1200 carry-on. Even the airport/airline staff treat you differently.

I bought into the hype and I have to say, after a few years, their stuff is worth it. But you also put a big mark on you with pick-pockets and brazen thieves abroad.
Apr 19, 2024 06:18 PM
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LorenL3113Apr 19, 2024 06:18 PM
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I have this TUMI bag in leather. Awesome backpack for work and travel. Highly recommend it.

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Apr 19, 2024 11:18 PM
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Coconutz0311Apr 19, 2024 11:18 PM
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Quote from webjock :
Tumi is a popular luxury item; especially in Asia. It is like wearing a Rolex or Persols sunglasses, many people just know you have a $500 bag or $1200 carry-on. Even the airport/airline staff treat you differently.

I bought into the hype and I have to say, after a few years, their stuff is worth it. But you also put a big mark on you with pick-pockets and brazen thieves abroad.
And yet Briggs & Riley have a real lifetime warranty, better construction, and while being expensive still cost less. But brand image is everything to many people. I'm sure their packs are well built though. They've been around long enough to build that brand image for a reason.

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