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| Fabulous! Ordered this for a trip to Europe where I would be riding the Metro a lot, just to feel secure after hearing horror stories about crowds in Europe. Thought I would use it during the day, and switch to something "nicer" for evening. Never used the other purse, this one is wonderful. In fact, my sister-in-law in Brussels had something almost identical (without the safety features) and she's known for her fashion sense. She was jealous of mine, since someone slashed the strap of another purse of hers and took off with it last month in a busy marketplace there. I am getting another one for her as a surprise! This purse looks great in black. I had ordered a red one too (thanks Zappos, for making this possible) but returned it because the color is a little on the mauve side. Glad I did, black works with everything and does not call attention to itself. Zipper lock is easy to use -- you feel perfectly safe in a crowd with this snapped and the purse strapped as a cross-body instead of just hanging over your shoulder. Even on a crowded subway car at rush hour you feel secure. There's another locking pocket on the inside, used it for passports and camera in case the top lock was unsecured. Credit card slots are pretty useless, but lots of other pockets to organize what you need. I love the assurance you feel with this purse. One less thing to worry about, what a good idea. I'll use it at home in Chicago, too! |
| Anonymous at Zappos.com on 10/23/2008 |
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| Have been looking for a low profile bag that I can use to carry some standard binoculars (I have some nikon monarchs) and a book or small notebook, along with a few incidentals. This bag is pretty good, I am able to pack the binoculars in their padded case along with a regular sized guidebook (I used Blue Guide Venice as a test), and still have just enough room for my small wallet and a few odds and ends. The bag fabric and construction is pretty sturdy. The exterior pocket on one side fits a super compact umbrella but definitely not a water bottle. The other pocket might fit the smallest moleskin journal, but not certain. Pretty useless. The strap when shortened all the way fits easily across my body, the way it is intended, it can be extended to double its length. I wish that when the strap was shortened all the way that it was shorter, because if I try to use it as a shoulder bag it's far too long. I may modify this myself. I've traveled extensively and have never been pick pocketed, had my bag slashed or otherwise compromised, or had things stolen, so the "safety features" were not what made me choose this bag. However, if they come in handy for another traveler, or give you enough sense of security that you can enjoy your trip more, then it's worth it. |
| Anonymous at Zappos.com on 05/19/2009 |
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| We travel a great deal. I previously purchased the Pacsafe CitySafe 200 and love it, but it is a little large for daily travel use (I tend to overfill it & it will hold a lot!). I purchased this CitySafe 100 for day touring around town, and already find it absolutely perfect. My cell fits in one of the outside side pockets and my camera fits in the other. The inside holds wallet, sun glasses, cosmetics, etc., with room for my husband\'s sunglasses as well. I also bought the tote and use it as my airline "personal item" since it has been designed to fit over the handle of a carry-on bag, and the strap can secure bag, tote and arm of chair together in the airport. All the safety features are great, and I use them as designed. The tote fits beautifully on my shoulder, and I am using it when not traveling as a very comfortable book bag. All-in-all a well designed and useful product(s). |
| Ruth at Zappos.com on 10/20/2009 |
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| I bought this bag for my trip to Europe. A stylish black bag to keep everything safe. I am not a big bag kind of person and wanted something for my wallet, camera, sunglasses and a few smaller items. If you like little bags, this is the one for you. It doesn\\\'t overwhelm you by being too big, but it isn\\\'t so small that it\\\'s useless. (My friend had a bag like that.) I have a bigger camera with a larger lens, so it was a little bit of a squeeze to get that in the bag. If you have a little camera, you\\\'ll have plenty of room. It won\\\'t hold much else, so if you want someplace for a jacket or an umbrella, you\\\'ll have to get a bigger bag. But it was a great travel bag. I wore it across the body for added security. It was comfortable and stylish. After 2 weeks of traveling, it looks brand new. Very durable. |
| Christina at Zappos.com on 07/08/2009 |
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| The CitySafe 100 was the perfect bag for my recent trip to Rome and Paris. The bag is not too small or big; I was able to comfortably fit my camera, iPod Touch, passport, zippered pouch for different currencies, and more. The exterior side pockets are very small, but came in handy for Metro tickets, Kleenex and candy. At home, I'm able to fit my cellphone into the small pocket. I especially appreciated the zipper lock, with all the pickpocket and purse-snatching warnings in Rome. We rode on many crowded Metros and didn't have any problems. The adjustable strap was comfortable and long enough for me to wear bag across my body. I highly recommend this bag for travel. One minor problem: the rubber Pacsafe logo on the front of the bag is sewed on and not glued. It fell off. I reported this to Zappos and they promptly sent me a new bag. Highly unexpected and unnecessary, but what great service! |
| Anonymous at Zappos.com on 09/08/2009 |
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| Feel safe with a purse - This is a great smaller version of the Pacsafe CitySafe 200. It doesn't have quite as many little compartments on the inside and only the little side pockets on the outside, but it's a good size for day to day needs and you can really fit a lot of items in it. It's also very light, and even well packed, stays that way. I like that it's slash-proof and the little clasp that keeps the zipper closed is a wonderful addition when you're in crowds. I know with this brand, I can feel safe and not worry about someone stealing my purse or the things in it. I only wish that it came in leather as well. |
| Anonymous at Zappos.com on 02/03/2009 |
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| Nice size for vacation essentials - I bought this for a trip we're planning to Italy. I also got the CitySafe 200 but returned it b/c it was WAY too big. This size is just right for a camera, wallet, meds, kleenex, and a few other small items. I wish it had an OUTSIDE pocket on the front or back of the bag; the two side pockets seem a little useless. I like the idea of the metal mesh incorporated into the bag for the anti-theft aspect. It is heavier than anticipated but I guess with the metal running through it that was to be expected. And thank you Zappos for the QUICK processing and delivery! |
| Jeri M at Zappos.com on 12/20/2008 |
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| Top Quality - I have both the 100 and 200 bags and love them both. A few days ago, I thought I had ruined my small one when the cap came off a pen and leaked black ink into one corner of my taupe bag. I emptied it and tried to wash the stained corner, but was just making things worse and I had ink all over the bag and my hands. With nothing to lose at that point, I placed it in a mesh bag and threw it in the washer. To my amazement, it came looking like new! After air drying a couple days, it's good to go. |
| Anonymous at Zappos.com on 09/26/2008 |
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| I love this bag! Pay attention to the dimensions because it isn't large, but it is the perfect size for me. I was tired of big bags, and I love that the strap is long enough to wear messenger style. I was also tired of devoting one of my hands to ensuring that my bag stayed put on my shoulder. The compartments are numerous which is also a bonus. Not to mention all of the security features, and the water repellent nature of the material. Again, I love this bag! |
| Anonymous at Zappos.com on 08/16/2009 |
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| LOVE this bag! I am a total bag freak and recently purchased the CitySafe100 for our vacation. We were heading to Disney World and then on a cruise, and I needed something roomy but not too heavy or bulky. I LOVE the CitySafe100. I got it in red, which is a great color. It was the perfect size, not too heavy, and I felt very safe carrying it around. I only wish it had another pocket or two on the outside, otherwise it is a perfect bag! |
| Leah at Zappos.com on 04/05/2008 |
