My update on the ballistic flight bag. It is slightly different than the picture. It has a leather handle just like the leather bags and the handle goes thru one of the top flaps, just like a leather bag.
Of course its too new to gage how long it will last. But it seems very sturdy and has heft to it. Perhaps heavier than a leather bag. I wanted to put not only pro gear but a notebook in it. I think the thick, stiff sides will do the job. I orginally thought the fabric would last longer, but now I'm not sure. I will miss not putting stickers on it.