the Dakota
Color
Flint/Timber
The Dakota
2 colors
carry What Matters
The size everyone else forgot to make.
The Dakota sits between The Manhattan and The Addison in size, oil-waxed canvas paired with full-grain leather accents that add structure without the bulk of an all-leather build. An Andar logo patch sits on the front, a small signature rather than a statement.
The narrow profile sits close to the back and distributes weight instead of pulling at the shoulders. Top handles make it easy to grab when a backpack strap isn't the move, and the laptop fits without having to wonder if it'll actually close.
Not a compromise. Just the right size.
the Features
- Oil-waxed canvas with full-grain leather accents
- for a durable, weather-resistant exterior
- Full-grain leather anniversary logo patch
- for a premium, commemorative detail
- Full-grain leather top handles
- for sturdy, comfortable carry
- Inside tech pocket
- for secure laptop or tablet storage
- Front zippered bucket pocket
- for quick-access items
- Hidden back zippered pocket
- for discreet storage
flint/timber
the Dimensions
- Width
- 4"
- Height
- 15"
- Length
- 11"
- Width
- 1"
- Height
- 8"
- Width
- 4"
- Height
- 15"
- Length
- 11"
- Width
- 1"
- Height
- 8"
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hear from Our Loyal Customers
Literally the best wallet I've owned. When you just want to smell it, you know it's good. Slim, minimal, durable, classy. What's not to love?
John D
the Dakota Reviews
Love the bag, bought it to carry my 16" mac book pro to work in... Although it does fit, at first it was very snug in the pocket when combined with the Helm leather case... But it has since loosened up and now fits without a struggle. Excellent quality/materials. A little more pocket options would be nice, but not a deal-breaker.
I like the bag more and more every day. I do wish that the bag had attachment points in the bag for your keys so that when you opened like the hide of pocket there’s potential for your keys, maybe to fall out on the floor and if you put an attachment point in therethat wouldn’t That wouldn’t happen.
The Dakota
As a small-framed person, it's hard to find packs that sit close & don't pull me backwards. The narrow width of the Dakota is super ergonomic for me, and comfortably distributes the weight. Not to mention it's beautiful.
I bought this for my husband and he loves it. Fits his laptop perfectly and other items. Easy to carry and very sturdy.
Looks great, small laptop bag as expected. I would like some dividers in the small front pocket but there are inserts available for that. The soft part of the straps should be a little longer but overall nice upgrade from standard issue black nylon oversized laptop bag
I travel often and usually use my Manhattan for out of town work trips or situations where I need to lug my laptop, iPad, headphones, cables, etc.
But when I only need a few things, the Manhattan is almost overkill and I worry about tossing it around because while I do like my leather aged, I also don't want it torn or scratched by a haphazard toss.
Enter the Dakota, same vibe but different fit. A few less pockets, but the simplicity is its greatest strength. When I want to just cruise down the street and work at a coffee shop, or am headed to an event, I grab the Dakota and it does the job better than any backpack I've ever owned. It feels rugged but classy, just big enough for the things I need and the leather accents are perfect as always.
I would definitely recommend one either as an addition to your Andar collection or a budget option for a quality backpack.
I have had a Manhattan for a few years now and wanted something that was little more compact for shorter trips. The Dakota is perfect for that use case, I also wanted a backpack I could feel comfortable taking on a camping trip and this one feels more rugged than the Manhattan.
There are quite a few high quality waxed canvas backpacks on the market, but the Dakota is the best one I've purchased for the price. It looks, feels, and works better than I ever imagined.
Awesome product!
I got this bag for my husband for his birthday, and I keep finding him smelling it. The leather/canvas combo is just so good.
Great product. High Quality. Would definitely recommend it.
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