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Hadley One Camera/Laptop Bag - Sage FibreNyte / Chocolate Leather Reviews

4.9 Rating 35 Reviews
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About Billingham:

Billingham are a family owned company, manufacturing camera bags for the world’s photographers since 1973 alongside a range of leisure and laptop bags. All bags are made in the West Midlands area of England, a region famous for manufacturing. A core reason for Billingham’s longevity is the fact that from the start, the Billingham family were determined that their products would always be made to the very highest standards from the best available materials to provide high levels of protection for their valued contents.

A notable feature of Billingham camera bags is that they are made from a distincive 3-layer waterpoof canvas that never needs reproofing. They also feature genuine top grain leather and solid brass details.

Like any premium product, the quality of materials, design and craftsmanship that goes into creating a Billingham means that it represents a significant investment. It’s important that they don’t just look beautiful, but that they do their job of protecting equipment wherever they are and whatever they’re being used for – year in and year out.

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1384412700

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help@billingham.co.uk

Location:

Unit 4, City Estate, Corngreaves Road
Cradley Heath
B64 7EP

An exquisite bag! Mine carries a 5D and 50mmL lens in the camera pouch with room for accessories and day items-a novel, batteries, paper, pen, wallet, tickets etc. I also use it as a squash bag with drink bottles, balls, gym accessories etc and it is also my school bag on a daily basis. The materials and craftmanship are superb. I love everything about it. I purchased mine with the additional shoulder strap for comfort and am delighted with the combination. I recently spent some time photographing in London and appreciated the security of the zipped compartment and the ease of access of the main bag and accessory pockets. It is simply a delightful bag that will last a lifetime and was worth the agonising over whether I was spending too much money on one bag. Exquisite!
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Posted 5 years ago
Dear David Thank you for your 5 star review. We are thrilled to hear that your new bag is working well for you both as a camera bag and a squash bag. Regards Billingham Team
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Posted 5 years ago
Dear Martin, Thank you for your five star review! Kind regards Billingham Team
Posted 5 years ago
Well constructed, perfect stitching, light weight (compared to Domke), easily accommodates 13" laptop.
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Posted 5 years ago
Well constructed, perfect stitching, light weight (compared to Domke), easily accommodates 13" laptop.
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Posted 5 years ago
Dear Lyle Thank you for your review. We are happy to hear that you are happy with the construction, stitching and weight of the Hadley One. Regards The Billingham Team
Posted 5 years ago
I have several Billingham bags: Leica M, Packington, Hadley large, the Airline and Pola Stowaways, but the Hadley One is just the perfect travelling companion for a frequent traveller. Superb quality. My suggestion for future upgrade of this great bag is twofold: 1) include brass feet to protect the underside; 2) Just on pen holder, in order to make more spache on one front pocket. I am also looking forward to seeing the promised additional AVEA pouches. God save the Billingham bag.
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Posted 5 years ago
Dear Carlos, Thank you for your great review! We are so glad that you think our Hadley One is the perfect travelling companion! And we will note your suggestions on our suggestion board. Our new AVEA pouches will be here very soon!! Kind regards Billingham Team
Posted 5 years ago
I am very OCD when it comes to products and to me its all about quality. I don't mind to pay more for products which are worth it and with Billingham you you get what you are paying for - excellence! There is no uneven stitching, cheap materials, thin PU leather or loose threads. Every single Billingham bag I have or had is / was absolutely stunning. Materials, craftsmanship, attention to detail and service are exceptional. Also, I do love the history of the firm, the fact that it is a family business and its got that something felling, something that is more and more difficult to find - British heritage and all products made in Britain. Well done Billingham and I wish you many years of prosperity and wonderful ideas for new bags and products! Maybe redesigned laptop / tablet sleeves, phone sleeve, cable ties, wallet, document folio etc. :-) Whatever it might be, I love you products so much that I will be definitely buying it!
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Posted 5 years ago
Dear Dawid, Thank you for such a kind review. We are delighted to hear that you love Billingham and that you find all aspects exceptional. Thank you for being such a lovely, loyal customer. Kind regards Billingham Team
Posted 5 years ago
Greetings! The Billingham Hadley One is a state-of-the-art shoulder bag for the following reasons: It is beautifully designed and crafted from leather, nickel-coated brass, and FiberNyte, which is a 3-layer canvas bonded to a butyl rubber mid-layer, making it completely waterproof. Unlike other bag designs, the unique pleated top flap folds completely over the main compartment, making it impervious to rain, wind or sand. The 2-inch wide removable shoulder strap is adjustable and very comfortable on the shoulder, even without an optional shoulder pad. A waterproof-designed YKK zipper underneath a leather flap provides access to a full-length pocket in the rear of the bag, along with a baggage handle opening sleeve. The leather closure straps are also removable and replaceable, and provide silent and secure locking of the top flap, The inserts are configurable with various types and sizes, and offer optimum gear protection. The two outer pockets are spacious, and can hold a variety of accessories for the photographer, including a flash, batteries, charger, cables, filters, etc.The bag is semi-rigid, which allows it to conform to the hip, making it very comfortable no matter how much gear is inside. And finally, the top handle is also of extremely high-quality. Overall, this Billingham Hadley One is a superb shoulder bag for photographic gear, and can double as a very stylish and functional messenger bag when the insert is removed. Thank you, Billingham!
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Posted 5 years ago
Dear Steve, Thank you for your five star review. We are thrilled that you are so complimentary of our bags, and that you find them comfortable and of high quality! Kind regards Billingham Team
Posted 5 years ago
Greetings! The Billingham Hadley One is a state-of-the-art shoulder bag for the following reasons: It is beautifully designed and crafted from leather, nickel-coated brass, and FiberNyte, which is a multi-layer canvas bonded to a butyl rubber mid-layer, making it completely waterproof. Unlike other bag designs, the unique pleated top flap folds completely over the main compartment, making it impervious to rain, wind or sand. The 2-inch wide removable shoulder strap is adjustable and very comfortable on the shoulder, even without an optional shoulder pad. A waterproof-designed YKK zipper underneath a protective leather flap provides access to a full-length pocket in the rear of the bag, along with a baggage handle opening sleeve. The leather closure straps are also removable and replaceable, and provide silent and secure locking of the top flap, The inserts are configurable with various types and sizes, and offer optimum gear protection. The two outer pockets are spacious, and can hold a variety of accessories for the photographer, including a flash, batteries, charger, cables, filters, etc.The bag is semi-rigid, which allows it to conform to the hip, making it very comfortable no matter how much gear is inside. The main compartment is such that, in addition to 3 Fujinon lenses, I can easily fit a gripped Fuji X-T3 with a Fujinon XF16-55 f/2.8 Zoom with lens hood attached! And finally, the top handle is also of extremely high-quality. Overall, this Billingham Hadley One is a SUPERB shoulder bag for photographic gear, and can also double as a very stylish and functional messenger bag when the insert is removed. Highly recommended! Thank you, Billingham!
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Posted 5 years ago
Dear Steve, Thank you for your lovely detailed review. We are delighted to hear that you think our Hadley One is superb and that you find it stylish too. Thank you for recommending! Kind regards Billingham Team
Posted 5 years ago