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Travelon Anti-Theft Classic Messenger Bag

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Condition
New
Size
9" x 12.5" x 3.5" Center Height:9.5"
Color
Black
Model
42242-500
Capacity
4.5 liters
Weight
10.4 oz
Material
Polyester
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Messenger Bag

Description

The Anti-Theft Messenger Bag from Travelon features hidden, slash-proof, Chain Link construction, and an adjustable, cable-reinforced, shoulder strap to protect your belongings from pick-pockets and thieves. The roomy main compartment and the organizer compartment features locking zippers for extra security. The hidden caribeener allows you to secure your bag to a post or chair to prevent passersby from a grab and go. Two zippered expansion pockets hold glasses, a camera, or water bottles.

Specs 58

Product Dimensions 9 x 3.5 x 12.5 inches; 10.4 ounces
Item model number 42242-500
Department unisex-adult
Manufacturer Travelon
Color Black
Style Name Travelon Anti-theft Classic Messenger Bag
Handbag Silhouette Messenger
Pattern Solid

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Feel safe with this bag.
Size: 9" x 12.5" x 3.5" Center Height:9.5" Color: Black
This bag has been a wonderful addition to my travel gear. I love the feel of the fabric. It wipes well if you get anything on it. I used it in Britain during a couple of rainy days, and the things inside stayed dry. There is one big center pocket with 2 smaller inside pockets that were able to hold a travel umbrella, a 3x windbreaker, Battery packs, medicine bottles, and some souvenirs. On each side are water bottle pockets. I was able to fit a typical 16 oz plastic water bottle, but it won't really fit one that's bigger. Each zipper is smooth, sturdy, and can lock: either by clipping to a hook or by using a lever that turns into a locking position. That makes it convenient to unhook it so I can wrap it through a chair so it can't get lifted. The strap is adjustable and can be made to go pretty long. I am a larger person, so these things need to be longer to comfortably go cross-body. My daughter is quite petite, and when she's borrowed it, the strap adjusts well for her, too. There are front and back pockets for thinner items like cards and money, and it's RFID safe. Another thing is it's not overly bulky even when fully stuffed. I like it so much that I got one for my mom. Note: When I wrote this review, the prices were $70-90 depending on color (there's more to choose from now than when I'd purchased mine). When I purchased the other ones (3yrs and 1.5 yrs ago) they were $45. While these are highly safe, useful, and secure, I don't know if I'd pay that price for them now. Maybe keep an eye out to see if they go on sale. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2026 by tigress
Great bag!!!
Size: 9" x 12.5" x 3.5" Center Height:9.5" Color: Black
Review Image by Michelle Miner
This is my 2nd Travelon bag. I had previously bought one that was a little bit larger. I love the larger one! I bought it for a trip to Paris 4 years ago because of its safety features, now I carry it everywhere. It is my go-to bag! It’s easy to spot clean & still looks great after all this time! I really haven’t used the smaller bag because for me, it’s just not as roomy. I can stuff this bag with all of my necessities & have never broken a zipper I would buy another, if I ever need to. Highly recommend! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2026 by Michelle Miner
Great Travel Purse
Size: 9" x 12.5" x 3.5" Center Height:9.5" Color: Hazelnut
Great travel purse. Did not worry about scratches or damage. Material was waterproof. Packed in more than expected. Felt safe and protected. Wore as a crossbody satchel. Could carry two water bottles, if needed. Color was neutral and went with everything. Zippers and compartments were plenty. Never lost passport or credit cards. Worked better than I thought! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2026 by Kaylynn Hickmon
Ideal for travel
Size: 9" x 12.5" x 3.5" Center Height:9.5" Color: Black
This is an ideal bag for traveling, particularly in locations where pickpocketing and theft is a concern. It is well made and quite sturdy. The bag has three sections: One section has space for credit cards and bills and is large enough to handle a small coin purse. The middle section is surprisingly spacious- more than sufficient to handle travel documents. I have also fit 2 collapsible umbrellas and a water bottle in it at one time. A third section provides additional space for glasses, maps, etc. Each section has a zipper that can be latched onto a small ring, making it even more secure. There are two zipper pockets, one on each side of the bag, that are designed to hold water bottles. I found this a tight fit, although a 16 oz bottle of water can be squeezed in with some effort, as could a small collapsible umbrella. I found the spaces more handy for sunglasses and hand sanitizer and dropped the water bottle/umbrella into the middle section. In addition to RFID protection, the adjustable strap is reinforced, making it virtually impossible to be cut. While some reviewers have complained about comfort of the strap, I did not find it anymore uncomfortable than any other crossbody strap. It's all a matter of how much you are stuff into it. Even stuffed full, it is still remains a nice size when sightseeing. It's size also makes it easy to drop into a tote, backpack or other personal item when required to "consolidate" personal items when boarding a plane. It's not going to win any prizes for style, but in terms of size, functionality and security, the bag is one of the best I have come across for travel. Mine has now made two trips to Europe and one to South America and the Caribbean and it still looks brand new. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2026 by pilottexas
Secure & roomy
Size: 9" x 12.5" x 3.5" Center Height:9.5" Color: Black
I was really worried about my first trip to Paris, and all the warnings about pick pockets there. This purse is awesome - all the zippers clip closed onto metal loops, making the contents extra safe. One side of the purse opens up for room to insert your different cards and passport (this makes it safer than having a wallet with all of your cards in it that can be easily lifted by a thief). The front pocket has a flap - I used this for my handkerchief, sunglasses and powerbank to charge up my phone throughout the day. The side has a mesh pocket, which perfectly held an umbrella. (There's another pocket on the other side for a water bottle, which I didn't end up using). The large main pocket was larger than I anticipated and held all kinds of things - camera, travel book, souvenirs and more, without being bulky. At first I thought it'd be too big, but it seemed just right and as a plus-sized woman, it fit comfortably across my body so that I felt secure. I love this purse - I took several rides on the Metro even, and no problems! If you're traveling, I highly recommend this purse - it's very safe & secure, comfortable to wear, looks nice yet has plenty of room for all the things you may need on vacation. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2026 by ificouldonlyfly
Functional but Smaller than Expected
Size: 9" x 12.5" x 3.5" Center Height:9.5" Color: Black
In preparation for an upcoming business trip to Europe, I purchased both this bag and the Travelon Anti-Theft Classic Essential Messenger Bag because I couldn't decide between the two based on reviews and descriptions. After receiving both, examining all the pockets, slots, straps, and functionality, I returned this bag in favor of the Classic Essential Messenger Bag. I'll post a full review of that bag after my trip. For this bag, I appreciated the adjustable, slash-proof strap. As a larger woman, this strap adjusted more than enough to carry crossbody very comfortably. It also wasn't very heavy despite the anti-theft reinforcements. "Locking zippers" means that there are small eye-hooks stitched into seams that after sliding the zipper closed, you loop the end of the zipper into the eye-hook. They aren't easy or quick to UN-hook, but you don't have to use them when you don't feel it would be necessary but are reassuring to have for when you're waiting in long lines or at airports or are just going to be wandering around for a while and not be in and out of your bag that much. The fabric is just that, nylon fabric, but doesn't look as rugged as I was worried it would (at least not for the black version). It looks appropriately professional to carry to business meetings as well as touring around the sites. What really made me return this bag was the pocket configuration and interior space. There are four exterior pockets. Two are expandable side pockets for either water bottles or an umbrella (when expanded) or even a smaller cell phone or sunglasses when zipped to the smallest size. These are open pockets, so no zippers or fastenings at the opening. There is a smaller zippered pocket on the back. It's a narrower shallow pocket perfect for a cell phone or smaller items. The fourth pocket on the front has a locking zipper and also a flap that covers the zipper and stays closed with a small magnet. This pocket has a small mesh zippered pocket as well as credit-card slots. I've never found credit card slots useful in travel bags as I always carry a separate wallet, and in this case, the pocket doesn't open wide enough to make it comfortable to access cards if I did use them. Finally, the large interior pocket is much smaller than expected and much harder to access. Because of the configuration of the bag, the opening actually curves up on each side as it merges into the straps. This makes the functional opening about 2 inches narrower than the full width. The interior space itself only has four pockets, two on each side. At least two of those are RFID blocking, but they aren't very big - not big enough for sunglasses or even a passport. There is a strap with a small pocket light attached (that you could remove and use for your keys) that seems fine, but that's it for the inside. It's also unexpectedly narrow inside. To best illustrate how small it was, it was just the right size to fit an iPad 3 in a slim case, but that was it - you couldn't put anything else in with the iPad or use the pockets. It might be because of the exterior side pockets, but it was just too tight inside and awkward to get items in and out. In contrast, the Classic Essential Messenger main interior pocket has 2 pen slots, a sunglasses pocket, a zippered mesh pocket, the penlight on a clip, and two other slat pockets (one that is RFID blocking). I was able to fill all the pockets, drop in my iPad 3 as well as a small cosmetic pouch, manicure set, and a 3-oz. bottle of contact lens solution. And it was all easy to get in and out without difficulty. My larger passport and documents wallet fit in the front zippered pocket and my cell phone (iPhone 5 in an otterbox-like case) fits in the back zippered pocket. There's no place for water bottles or an umbrella, but it holds much more and is easier to access all items. Overall, it's an OK bag for everyday use, hence the three stars, but I think it's not as useful for more a multi-purpose bag while traveling. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2015 by Victoria E.
Updated version is pretty much PERFECT
Size: 9" x 12.5" x 3.5" Center Height:9.5" Color: Black
UPDATE - 5/12/14 - The new purse arrived --- with almost all of my concerns (see review below) addressed! The new fabric is much heavier and stiffer than the old, though still not as finely woven as PacSafe. The carabiner is now attached to the purse with shoulder strap material so it's no longer a weak point :-) The shoulder strap is stiff enough that it no longer slides after I adjust it. I've kept my keys in the flapped pocket all this time, so I am no longer concerned about having a key strap. The zipper clips are more aesthetically pleasing and harder to open than the original ones. AND they've redesigned the pockets to add RFID protection !! 5 stars for the new version :-) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- UPDATE - 5/7/14 - I've used and loved this bag every day for the last 15 months (3 months longer than the warranty), but it's now coming apart at one of the seams --- the fabric is so coarsely woven, it's shredding. Still, after looking at alternative anti-theft purses, I am ordering another one --- the $40 I paid for it amortizes to $2.67 per month, well worth it to have a bag that works so well. But it's now a firm 4 star (not 4.5) in my book. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is one of 3 anti-theft bags I have ordered. The 1st, a PacSafe Metrosage Gii 100 Sling-Hip Bag is nice, but SMALL and few organizing options. The 3rd, for my mother, is the PacSafe Citysafe 100 Petite Handbag, which is a convenient size with an anti-RFID pocket, but has no outside pockets, credit card organizers, etc. and certainly no place for a water bottle. This one is perfect in size and design --- NOT the 12 x 18 x 20 listed on Amazon --- more like 11.5 x 10 x 4.5. I love the many pockets and numerous other organizing features, as others have described. A full size (17 oz.) water bottle will fit in the expandable side pockets. You can run earbud wires from inside to outside by not totally closing the zippers --- they will lock anti-theft-wise with a tiny gap of open zipper. The bag is also very lightweight, but a little wrinkly at the seams. However, I have only given it 4 stars for several reasons: 1) The anti-theft wire netting does NOT include the two large outside zip pockets. I've never had a purse slashed so I don't know if it matters, but it would have been nice if they had made the whole thing mesh-protected. 2) The outer material and inner lining are both looser-woven, thinner, cheaper fabric than either PacSafe bag and the shoulder strap only has one wire in it vs 2 for PacSafe bags. Overall, the bag's quality of construction is not as good as the PacSafe bags, though the design is much better. I wonder if it will look scruffy in a couple of years like my other Travelon purse. 3) The carabiner is attached to the bag with a meagre 3/8" nylon strap, which might break if someone gave the purse a really hard yank --- I "fixed" the situation by adding stitching to help support the carabiner and I think it's now sturdy enough. I added stitching to keep the strap from slipping, as another reviewer had suggested. 4) There is no key clip, which surprised me, though it's not enough to lose a star over... Despite these concerns, this is still the best, safest, most practical daily handbag I've ever owned. If I could give it 4.5 stars, I would. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2013 by A. Buyer
A great organizing bag
Size: 9" x 12.5" x 3.5" Center Height:9.5" Color: Black
I bought this for a trip to Europe where I was visiting a number of countries. Also, since I was flying with Ryanair at times, I needed a bag that fit their handbag/small purse requirements. This Travelon bag was almost the right size, cloth so it was 'squash able' if needed. It is a full year since I purchased the bag and I have used it continuously, much to my own surprise. I like: 1. the clips for keys... I got into the habit of clipping my keys to the bag and it has been wonderful. No searching for keys. Handy when parking, running to stores and back. The only downside is when one needs to move quietly. Then the keys need to go inside the bag. Other items could also be clipped to the bag. For instance, I clip my earbud container to the bag when on the road. 2. The zipped pocket at the back where credit cards can be stored. Plenty of room for cards, money and loose change. 3. Front flap pocket - great for carrying easily accessible extras. I am lactose intolerant and can carry digestive tablets there. I also carried my folded ticket printouts or passport there when traveling. 4. The main compartment has loads of room, handy pockets for phones, tissues etc. I even fit my iPad (2) in there when I need to. Also had plenty of room for passports, small snacks etc. when traveling. 5. The strap is long and easily adjustable. I find it comfortable. I usually wear it cross body. I used the inbuilt security feature whereby one can attach the bag to a chair (or other) when traveling, while sitting at street cafes and found that feature very useful. It is also long enough that I can keep on my shoulder and rest the bag in the trolley (seat) when shopping. 6. the expandable mesh sides: ok for a small water bottle when needed. And it does need to be a small (12oz) bottle. I rarely use it for that but do make use of the side pockets for other small items (sunglasses, tissues) I need to have handy. I usually keep the pockets zipped up. These side pockets are probably the feature I use least but they have potential. For instance, a small bottle of prescription meds or similar should fit there quite securely. All in all, it is a great bag. I had intended it only for travel but find it so practical that I am still using it daily. I had thought it may be too small for daily use but not so. The variety of pockets, clips and sturdy strap allow for various subtle expansion options and its inbuilt organizational capacity makes up for what might seem like a small size. You cannot fit a huge amount in there but I was never one for carrying a lot in my bags. iPad, phone (2 when in Europe), money, credit cards, protein bar, chewing gum, daily meds, tissues, passport and tickets all fit when I need. That is enough for me. The only downside is that it is perhaps not the most attractive bag. I used always have nice colored leather bags and a leather purse/money/card holder... that gives you an idea of my tastes. They have sat unused since I got this travelon bag. The black nylon cloth has held up well... it looks as good today as it did the day I bought it... and the organizational advantages to me of this bag far outweigh any minor discomfort I felt with its look. I recommend it highly. It really works for me. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2016 by I love books
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