Billingham-Eventer Khaki Canvas / Tan Leather + Brass Trim

Billingham

949⁰⁰

REMOVABLE PADDED INSERT

The flexible padded insert is made from dense 'closed cell' foam and provides impact protection on all 4 sides, plus the base. Like the bag itself the insert is flexible front-to-back to allow it to fit slightly bigger gear than its dimensions suggest.

2x vertical dividers and 2x horizontal flap dividers are included and can be attached anywhere inside with Velcro®.

The insert includes a dedicated padded laptop slip at the back, and the whole insert can also be removed by releasing 2 pop-clips to turn the bag from a camera bag to a casual messenger bag in seconds.

LAPTOP COMPARTMENT

This compartment is sewn into the back of the removable padded insert and is big enough for a 13inch MacBook (Pro, Air or smaller device such as a tablet), making the Eventer a great business bag or working camera bag.

FRONT POCKETS AND QRS STRAPS

For added security and protection from the weather, the main compartment closes with a zip and is then covered by a top flap.

The top flap is opened by our 'Quick Release System' front straps, simply slide them up-and-over the brass clogball to release.

The bottom QRS straps close the front dump pockets that are ideal for batteries, filters, memory cards etc.

The buckles allow you to fine tune the tightness of the top-flap. You do not need to use the buckle to open the bag.

REAR ZIP POCKET

A rear zip pocket allows for documents to be stored. A great easy access pocket when wanting to keep documents to hand without accessing the whole bag.

LEATHER BOTTOM

Leather surrounds the bottom half of the bag and adds a sense of luxury, whilst also serving the practical purpose of protecting the fabric body of the bag itself from wear.

ADJUSTABLE SHOULDER SLING

The strong webbing shoulder sling is adjustable in length to suit your height and shooting style.

The sling is compatible with the SP20 and SP50 (recommended) Shoulder Pads. The SP50 (pictured) is included for added comfort.

CRAFTMANSHIP

Made of a 3-layer waterproof material
Real, full-grain, vegetable tanned leather
Solid brass fixings
Individual serial number
5-year manufacturers guarantee
Made in England

THE BAG

External dimensions

W400mm (15¾") x D180mm (7⅛") x H320mm (12⅝") (excluding top handle) W400mm (15¾") x D180mm (7⅛") x H350mm (13¾") (including top handle)

Internal dimensions

W390mm (15⅜") x D140mm (5½") x H290mm (11⅜") (without padded insert) W340mm (13⅜") x D120mm (4¾") x H260mm (10¼") (inside padded insert)

Capacity

Without padded insert: 10.5 litres (0.37 feet³) Inside padded insert: 9 litres (0.31 feet³)

Weight

1.7 kgs (3.75 lbs)

POCKETS

3 in addition to the main compartment.

FRONT EXTERNAL DUMP POCKETS

Internal dimensions (individual)

W170mm (6¾") x D60mm (2⅜") x H230mm (9")

Capacity (individual)

1.5 litres (0.05 feet³)

REAR ZIP POCKET

Internal dimensions

W340mm (13⅜") x D Nominal x H230mm (9")

LAPTOP COMPARTMENT

H240mm (9½) x DNominal x W310mm (12¼)

Can hold a 13" inch MacBook Pro Please note that the padded laptop compartment is sewn into the removable padded insert, if you remove the padded insert there is no padded laptop area.

SHOULDER SLING

Length

Can be adjusted between 810mm (31⅞") to 1360mm (53½") approx.

Width

50mm (2")

Compatible with SP20 and SP50 Shoulder Pads. The SP50 Shoulder Pad is included when you purchase the Eventer.

SP50 SHOULDER PAD (INCLUDED)

External dimensions

W80mm (3⅛") x D12mm (½") x L255mm (10")

'D' measurement excludes fixings on top

Weight

0.09kg approx (0.2 lbs)

13" MacBook Pro or MacBook Air in the padded laptop slip in the back of the padded insert.
Most DSLRs with a small-to-medium lens attached (without battery grip - e.g. Canon 5D, Nikon D850). Plus 2 to 4 lenses (tall enough for a 70-200mm not attached to the camera).
Almost any mirrorless camera (e.g. Fujifilm XT-4, Sony A7IV, Canon R6, Nikon Z7) with small to medium lens attached. Plus 2-4 lenses - including a 70-200mm maybe attached to camera depending on length).
2 or 3 rangefinder cameras (e.g. Leica M10) with almost any lens attached. With room left for extra lenses.
Some medium format cameras such as the Hasselblad 500CM with 80mm attached, Fujifilm GFX-100S with small to medium lens attached, Hasselblad H6D with small lens attached etc. Plus room for extra lenses.
Small foldable drones such as Mavid Air 2 or Mavic Mini 2 with space to spare.

Yes it will. It features a padded slipcase built into the padded insert for this purpose.

No, unfortunately the padded slipcase inside is just a little too small to fit a 15 inch MacBook (even the new one!). For this reason it is also too small for the 16 inch MacBook.

No! The front straps are opened by sliding the top of the strap off the brass clogball (round stud). This is a very quick way to open and close the bag - many people learn to do this one-handed as the leather softens.

The buckle is only used very occasionally to adjust the fit of the bag. We'd recommend keeping the strap in the buckle during normal use - this keeps the straps securely attached to the bag.

You can keep the bag itself open while shooting - just don't put the straps back on the clogball until you want to close bag.

No. The fabric is made of 3 layers - the middle layer is butyl rubber. Water cannot pass through this butyl rubber layer. As long as you don't get a hole in the fabric or expose it to harsh chemicals (for example in a washing machine) the fabric should remain waterproof for many years. There is no need to apply re-proofing.

The SP20 and SP50 shoulder pads fit this bag.

The SP50 is already included in the price so you only need to buy it if you have lost or damaged yours.

In simple terms ‘Canvas’ or ‘FibreNyte’ refers to top layer of fabric on our bags – the facecloth.

‘Canvas’ is a mix of cotton and polyester. ‘FibreNyte’ refers to our face fabric that is completely synthetic. Canvas is hard wearing, FibreNyte is very hard wearing.

Both fabrics are bonded to a non-wicking polyester backing fabric with a middle layer butyl rubber – this rubber layer makes both fabrics equally (and very) waterproof. Water can’t get through that rubber layer.

Both fabrics have a similar weave - the FibreNyte looks similar to canvas. Canvas is slightly softer to the touch, FibreNyte is slightly rougher to the touch.

People tend to choose Canvas if they want the bag to age gracefully and look vintage over time. This is particularly true of people who choose our ‘Khaki Canvas’ fabric as this looks particularly lovely as it ages.

People tend to choose FibreNyte if they want the bag to look newer for longer or if they are particularly hard on their gear - for example by carrying the bag to work with them every day, doing a lot of hiking or filling it particularly full. If you are buying a black bag it’s particularly worth considering FibreNyte as it will stay looking blacker longer. Also Sage FibreNyte is particularly attractive as a colour – it’s probably the most popular colour among our staff!

Yes this bag comes with a removable padded insert included in the price. You can take the padded insert out if not carrying cameras - this turns the bag into a great bag for a night away.

Please note the padded laptop slip is included in the padded insert - so you will lose the padded laptop compartment if you remove the insert. (The Hadley One and Hadley Large Pro have their padded laptop slips sewn into the bag instead).

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