The form factor works well for me to be a frequent carry - my fatigue western rivets Edie is my most frequently carried bag after my Rogue 25. I consider it a summer bag though so I need a winter replacement, although I would likely baby the Bandit a little more than the Edie because of the softer leather and the suede.Price is it for me. Sigh. I know it would be a sometimes carry. So ouch on price.