Henry Tomkins bags - any experience?

[ManofKent]

I'm in need of a new bag and wondered whether anyone had any experience with Henry Tomkin's work? http://www.htleather.co.uk/category/satchels

The prices seem extremely good for a custom made bag.

I'm pretty heavy on bags (I don't drive, so carry them for fair distances, and with a lot of weight). I've tried Custom Hide and whilst the bag lasted longer than most, I pretty much destroyed one in under two years. For my main work bag I've been using a large Saddleback Leather briefcase and that's holding up well (although even with that I had to have new strap clips after 2 1/2 yrs).

 

[ManofKent]

An update - I found a lightly used satchel on ebay for a very reasonable price. Not exactly what I was looking for, but a useful bag. Very impressed with the quality - nice thick leather and very robust. Good enough to persuade me to order a custom one in the New Year.