I hadn't thought about how it might be the handle/flap combo. The front flap over the pocket on the Drifter Carryall snaps down on me if I'm not careful, but I find it so beautiful, I don't mind. I just like to be able to reach into the bag without needing to hold a flap out of the way. I love the look of a flap but do not enjoy the function!

I have one bag that has a flap front because I like how it looks, and the flap does fold back out of the way easily, but I'd use it more if it didn't have a flap.