wet3843 wrote:
Like many other photographers we have multiple camera bags in different sizes and styles. I have a couple backpack style bags but normally prefer the shoulder style for normal use. I decided to upgrade my old Tamrac bag for a slightly larger one. I investigated several manufactures and really wanted a Billingham Hadley Pro bag but was reluctant to spend the money so I purchased another brand. Just wasn’t satisfied with my purchase and this past Sunday afternoon I bought the bullet and ordered the Hadley Pro direct from England along with a shoulder pad. Was not able to purchase the color I wanted here in the states plus I actually purchased these items for less money by buying direct. This afternoon (Wednesday) The items were delivered here in Southern Indiana which I thought was amazing service. From first impression I believe this bag was a wise choice and my only regret is not buying it earlier and saving a couple hundred dollars.
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Read up on these bags. Seem pretty good from the reviews.
My Domke bag is over 30 years old and still going strong. Looks like it will go another 30 years.
Ditto: "I went through a slew of bags before I settled on one that I’m keeping.
JD750 wrote:
There is no perfect bag but some are far farther from perfect than others. I went through a slew of bags before I settled on one that I’m keeping."FYI. Resale value of a used camera bag is about 20 cents on the dollar. So why buy new bags? Because nobody sells the bag they like.
I use a Pelican case for traveling like planes, trains and cars and then for hiking through here and there I had a special camera vest made that will carry all my oversize lens and any other things I need. Unlike a back pack there is no need to remove it and having to place it on the ground or wherever as I can just unzip whatever pocket I need to get something out of. Yes the vest does have a little weight to it but it is very convenient. You can also have pads made to velcro on the vest shoulders to use as a tripod rest.
I just love bags and can’t seem to have enough. Need a closet just for the bags. Kind of a problem
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