Yes- and it's not a leather smell to me. It is a chemical, plastic-y smell (not necessarily the product, but the packaging. Otherwise I love it.

How long have you had this bag and how oftne do you carry it? How is it holding up over time?

The bag itself is absolutely great. I carry it everyday and it's only becoming more beautiful with age. However, the shoulder strap is horrible. After about 5 months the clasp broke. I contacted the company and they sent a replacement. The replacement only lasted about 3 months before it broke. It is made of cheap plastic. I only carry a laptop, ipad, legal notebook and a few pens and sticky notes so it's not like it's carrying 20 pounds of stuff.

I wear a white shirt as part of a work uniform. Does this bag have a tendency to stain clothing?

It will depend if you treat the bag with any oil or conditioner. You can use leather shampoo to keep it from staining your shirt, but research the leather shampoo before useing

How do you keep the stain from coming off?? As soon as I touched the bag after opening it the dark residue rubbed off on my hands.

I just got this item and have used it for around a week and I noticed no problem with stain coming off. The bag I got had a nice sheet inside from the manufacturer including contact info in the event of any sort of a problem. If yours did not come with this and has defective staining, I wonder whether you got the authentic product.

Komalc 18 Inch Leather Messenger Bag For Men And Women

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👜 Elevate your daily grind with vintage leather luxury that means business.

SPACIOUS LAPTOP READY DESIGN - Padded compartment fits laptops/tablets up to 17.5 inches, perfect for your mobile office.
VERSATILE STYLE FOR EVERY OCCASION - Use it as a messenger bag, briefcase, or courier bag—your all-in-one statement piece.
TIMELESS BUFFALO LEATHER CRAFTSMANSHIP - Handcrafted premium leather that ages like fine wine, built to last and impress.
ORGANIZED FOR THE ON THE GO PROFESSIONAL - Multiple pockets for cards, pens, files, and essentials keep you sharp and ready.
VINTAGE RUSTIC CHARM WITH MODERN FUNCTIONALITY - Concealed snap closures and adjustable strap blend style with effortless access and comfort.

The KomalC 18 Inch Leather Messenger Bag is a unisex, handcrafted buffalo leather briefcase designed for professionals and students. It features a padded laptop compartment for devices up to 17.5 inches, five pockets for organized storage, and an adjustable shoulder strap for comfort. Combining rustic vintage aesthetics with durable premium materials, this 18 x 13 x 5 inch bag offers both style and functionality for everyday use.

Specifications

ASIN	B075X353VX
Age Range Description	Adult
Apparel Fabric Stretch	No Stretch
Apparel Fabric Weight Class	Heavyweight
Best Sellers Rank	#871,773 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry ( See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry ) #115 in Briefcases
Brand	KomalC
Capacity	201 liters
Closure Type	Zipper
Closure type	Zipper
Color	Brown
Compatible Device Size Maximum	18 inches
Customer Reviews	4.7 out of 5 stars 3,377 Reviews
Fabric Type	Premium Buffalo Leather
Fabric type	Premium Buffalo Leather
Fill Material	Canvas
Fit to Size Sentiment	Positive
Garment Size Country	United States
Handbag Silhouette	Briefcase
Handle Type	Single Straight Leather Handle
Included Components	Messenger Bag
Inner Material	Leather
Item Dimensions	18 x 5 x 13 inches
Item Shape	rectangular prism
Item Weight	1.88 kg
Lining	Leather
Lining Description	Leather
Manufacturer Part Number	8541570044
Manufacturer Warranty Description	no warranty
Material Fabric	Leather
Model Name	8541570044
Number Of Pockets	5
Number of Compartments	2
Number of Handles	1
Number of Items	1
Number of Sections	6
Occasion Type	Christmas
Outer Material	Premium Buffalo Leather
Pattern	Solid
Pocket Description	Jetted Pocket
Product Care Instructions	Dry clean only. Avoid contact with water and heat. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Shoulder to Bottom Hem Length	15.5 inches
Strap Length	20 inches
Strap Type	Adjustable
Style Name	Vintage
Style Number	8541570044
Target Audience	Unisex-Adults
UPC	646648788360
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Type	No Warranty
size	18 inches

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KomalC 18 Inch Leather Messenger Bag for Men & Women, Laptop Briefcase

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