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TEX MESSENGER

TEX MESSENGER

🧵 Made in Schenectady, NY since 1970
🛠️ Built to last decades. Premium materials and triple-stitched construction.
🔒 Purposeful design. Carefully engineered features that solve real problems.
🚚 Ships in one day from NY • Real humans if you need help
Regular price $110.00
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This messenger bag has an extremely unique design, with a horizontal back pocket and lots of interior space, but the ability to fold extremely flat.

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Specifications:

Dimensions: 

SIZE (Medium): 18"w x 13"h x 5"d (700 cu" capacity)
SIZE (Large): 24"w x 13"h x 5"d (650 cu" capacity)

Features:

  • Two large main pockets double over and attach in the middle
  • Flat zippered pocket on front flap
  • Unique horizontal pocket on back. Opens at both ends with velcro flaps. Great for quick access!
  • Detachable, adjustable shoulder strap
  • Reversible reflective stripe on lower front
  • Grab handle at top
  • Material: Sturdy, lightweight packcloth material
  • Machine washable & water-resistant
  • 100% Made in USA by Tough Traveler, known for quality bags since 1970!

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Typically ships in one business day. Expedited & international shipping available.  

Learn more about our manufacturing at About Tough Traveler!

Hand-Crafted in the USA since 1970

As recommended in BUSINESS TRAVELER MAGAZINE, Aug 2024: "The Best American-Made Luggage Pieces"

The Tough Traveler Story

In 1970, Mark Goldstein—an avid outdoorsman and military veteran—couldn't find a backpack that matched the durability of his military-issued gear or the comfort he needed for long treks. So he designed his own.

Working from his Schenectady apartment, Mark hand-sewed backpacks with tough materials and innovative designs. When fellow outdoorsmen saw his work, they wanted their own. Tough Traveler was born.

More than 50 years later, we're still family-operated and still manufacturing every bag in that same Schenectady community. In 2019, we represented New York at the White House Made in America Product Showcase—proof that Mark's commitment to uncompromising quality and American craftsmanship still defines everything we make.

Every bag we sew today carries that original mission: build it tough enough to last decades, comfortable enough to carry every day.

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Premium American-Made TEX MESSENGER

Professional-grade luggage crafted in Schenectady, NY with heavy-duty 1000 denier Cordura fabric and YKK zippers. Built to withstand extreme conditions with reinforced stitching and premium materials that professionals trust.

Made in USA Excellence: Over 50 years of American manufacturing expertise ensures superior quality control, environmental standards, and craftsmanship that imported alternatives cannot match. Each piece represents lasting value and durability.

This messenger bag has an extremely unique design, with a horizontal back pocket and lots of interior space, but the ability to fold extremely flat.

CLEARANCE

Key Features: Made in USA • 1000D Cordura • YKK Zippers • Professional Grade • Luggage • American Craftsmanship