I got it, its on its way. Thanks for the tip. I have two Paddy Satchel's but wasn't that familiar with this style--for the price I had to give it a try.
Its back up again on NM.com, anyone know if the cross-body is made in different sizes, this one says 7 1/5 H x 13 1/5 w, there is another one on NM.com for $1800 but it is 13 1/5 h x 13 1/5w.
Congrats, I lovieeeeee mine. It has ended up one of the most versitile bags I have ever owned. I really bought it on a whim because of the great price and I have ended up carrying it a vast majority of the time. Sometimes with the strap (used as a shoulder bag) yet, mostly as a satchel/shoulder bag. I love the discreet pockets on the outside for easy access to my car keys, cell phone, agenda,papers etc. I know you will get tons of use out of it!