Strong and lasting.

metal hareware rusted.

I have used this bag for more than 3 years now. It had served me well, strong and robust. a winning design in everyway. But but makes me upset is that the metal hardware get rusty, it might be because I wash it in the washing machine. But anyway, this is a damm good bag and I have no regret buying it.

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Bomb proof with a big dose of photojournalistic stree cred. Water resistant -- from the tight-weave canvas. Ages very well.

The canvas makes some serious dust all over the cameras. I guess cotton canvas isn't the best choice, maybe.

I have used it as my exclusive stock photography travel bag for two n90 bodies and three lenses (80-200, 35-70, and 20-35 -- all 2.8) and everything else I need from passport to film (one side pouch for fresh and the other pouch for burnt) and something to read and my PDA and everything else. The entire thing is pretty heavy but there is always the postman's pad. I don't have it but I use it around my body and over my shoulder. This is all I ever need. I don't agree that this bag doesn't draw attention to itself because DOMKE is what AP and UPI stringer and shooters use, and they have some of the best toys. So maybe people in the US don't know DOMKE, but people abroad do. And in DC. Conspicuously hardcore.

The ultimate in flexibility. I usually pack several lenses and a full size body with power winder, flash, digital and point and shoot. While shooting, I shift the compartment leave the body and lens attached. Well organized exterior pockets allow adding other items as filters, ball heads and film. Strap is strong but needs the postal cushion option. I bought the hand strap as well for quick carries and drape over for pull luggage. On trips the amorphous shape makes plane trips great for underseat or overhead storage. Outside pockets make access to high speed film easy at airport security. This bag is comfortable to carry and a true living classic for a toss it in and go photographer. Why did I wait so long?

Front military clips are slower to open the more modern plastic style clasps. I found myself keeping them unlocked while on a shoot out West. Defeats the purpose of a secure bag while shooting street scenes. The original strap needs the optional cushion for heavy hauling.

Bought a 1977 F2 dark brown original with the metal feet on ebay and replaced the cloth dividers with new style 1, 3, and 4 compartments. Bag was well worn and dirty but has stood the test of time. Some minor clean up (washing machine)and the bag was good as new. End pockets were tunrned up and a bit tattered and the back flap needed the metal fastener rerivited but what can you expect. Bought several add on components as the Post Office cushion and hand straps.

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Never used. Web site was helpful in identifying options though. B&H and Adorama carry all the accessories.

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Very well made and one of the few photography items still made in USA. Should last just about forever. Handles two bodies, a few lenses, filters, flash, misc stuff and about a dozen rolls of film. Well designed four-compartment divider for the center even fits f2.8 pro zooms (barely). 9" height just fits 80-200 f2.8 and 300 f4 lenses.

Not for the ultra-organized photographer, better for the "toss it in and go" style.

Great bag, the rumors are true. Able to carry way too much stuff yet doesn't scream "camera bag" and very easy to work out of.

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Don't think I'll ever need it.

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Shoulder strap wraps completely around the bag. Hand strap included. Looks better as it ages.

Padded option for shoulder strap should have been included for the price.

Holds securely EOS1 with PB-E1, 70-200 f/2.8, 50 f/1.4, 20-35 f/2.8, 9 filters, flash unit, tons of film, manuals, 1.4x extender, etc, while car is being hit at 35mph by an illegal left turn driver-equipment safe. No damage except for my car.

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Simplicity
Easy to get at gear
Subdued looks
Large capacity
Efficient design

Could use better coverage for end pockets

This is a great bag for my 35mm SLR system, and there's plenty of room for it to grow. I especially like the ability to get at my equipment very easily. The padding is minimal, but adequate. I also got the backpack strap accessory, Domke Gripper utility strap, and an additional single-compartment standard insert. These accessories really increase the versatility of this bag. I highly recommend the F-2!

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Comfortable to carry . I don't feel self conscience because it dose not look like a camera bag.

Minium protection

I have the green emerald edition and I like it very much . I have many bags but I like this one the best.

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Lowe Pro , Pelican ,Many others .

Holds everything, very sturdy, very cool looking, easy access to everything

Domke could give another padded insert with bag.

Holds med format, old Nikon F, 3 lenses, filters, 283 flash, a million rolls of film, manuals. Also has an additional strap which I find very handy.

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not needed

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Holds a lot of gear

Doesn't stand up to hard use.Poor workmanship

Domke Sucks ...Look elsewhere for a bag or a vest .

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Lousy !!!! Sent bag back to them after it fell apart when it was 4 months old . They sent it back saying that I use it too hard. Funny I thought it was for professionals !! And I actually am not hard on the bag at all. My cameras are another story. But the bag is almost pampered

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Good build quality. Holds lots of equipment. Not TOO padded so its size is very reasonable.

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Very usable, well designed bag. Easy to get equipment in and out of. It's also nice that it doesn't look much like a camera bag.

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never used

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