Best Leather Messenger Bags in 2021 for Men Top 13: Best Leather Messenger Bags in 2021 for Men

Banuce Full Grain Italian Leather Briefcase for Men

Designed for professionals, this stylish Banuce leather briefcase will have your colleagues doing a double-take. The bag is made of full-grain Italian vegetable-tanned leather. Vegetable tanning is one of the oldest and rarest methods of tanning leather.

A rust-proof zinc alloy makes up the hardware, ensuring its durability and longevity, but not sacrificing on look. The bag is secured with a lockable closure and two extra buckles for added security. Multiple sizes of pockets and an adjustable strap make this bag customizable to any lifestyle or need.

• High quality durable leather
• Rust-proof hardware
• Padded, detachable shoulder strap
• Strap doubles as luggage strap
• Multiple pockets and slots
• Fits 14” laptop

• More expensive than others on this list
• Won’t fit legal-size documents without folding

Clifton Heritage Leather Locking Laptop Briefcase

If you’re looking for an understated vintage aesthetic without losing professionalism, this Clifton Heritage briefcase may be right for you.

Made of 100% genuine leather, this briefcase is both stylish, durable, and yet understated. Clifton Heritage is a well-known brand and ensures that high-quality lining and hardware are made to last as well. An adjustable and removable shoulder strap gives you the option of using this as a briefcase or crossbody messenger bag. A large main pocket and smaller accessible pockets allow space for a 15” laptop and many other personal items.

• 100% genuine leather 
• High-quality lining, fittings, and closure
• Removable shoulder strap
• Lower price than others of comparable quality

• Softer leather may break down after a couple years

Rustic Town 15 Inch Vintage Crossbody Leather Laptop Bag

Rustic town offers a crossbody bag built to look sleek enough for business, but comfortable for daily wear. The bag is made of 100% genuine goat leather, hand-crafted and tanned.

Three internal compartments make it easy to organize your things, while the main compartment is padded for a 15” laptop. A heavy-duty canvas lining increases the bag’s durability. The shoulder strap is adjustable to your comfort level.

• Artisan 100% genuine goat leather
• Durable canvas lining
• Minimalist one-flap design
• Padded internal compartments and zippers
• Fits 15” laptop
• Rustic Town supports the education nonprofit African Soul, American Heart

• Goat leather has a strong smell that may not fully wear out over time
• Magnets can break down over time
• No handle on top

Cuero DHK Vintage Handmade Leather Messenger Bag

Cuero’s vintage handmade leather bag is for the real vintage lover. The bag has a unique but classic look, with elegantly designed pockets and closures — and it’s definitely not for the minimalist.

This bag is also made from genuine goat leather, and is extremely durable. The interior has ample space and multiple pockets. You can fit a large 17” laptop inside comfortably. An adjustable and removable strap makes this a versatile bag.

• High-quality genuine goat leather
• Large interior compartment 
• Padded, adjustable/removable leather strap
• Handcrafted
• Unique vintage look

• Goat leather can have a strong smell
• Leather looks a little rough without buffing

Sweetbriar Faux Leather Messenger Bag 15.6 Inch

This Sweetbriar bag and the Berchirly we listed in 9th place are perfect for vegans who want a classic leather look without the animal materials.

While vegan leather isn’t as durable as most real leather, this bag provides great longevity and craftsmanship. The interior pocket is padded for your laptop.

A large internal compartment allows for a 15.6” laptop and other papers, books, or devices. The top handle and removable shoulder strap also give you options for carrying. This particular model comes in black, brown, and coffee.

• Vegan leather
• Great price point
• Large compartments
• Chic, professional design
• Adjustable straps

• Not as durable as real leather
• Clasps may break down over time

Samsonite Laptop Messenger Bag

At first glance, you’ll have trouble believing that genuine leather composes the Samsonite bag. It’s ideal for formal and semi-formal settings and offers both a shoulder strap and handle. Two buckles and a clasp secure your belongings.

It’s large enough to hold up to a 15.6-inch laptop and comes in black and brown colors. Antique brass hardware offers a nice touch and makes this bag look more expensive than its relatively low price tag.

• Affordable
• Interior and exterior compartments
• Secured by both a buckle and clasp
• Excellent for more formal settings
• Shoulder straps convert into a briefcase

• Doesn’t hold up well in rainy weather due to its genuine leather

Visconti Soft Leather Messenger Bag

Businessmen looking for a high-quality leather messenger bag that they can pass down to their kids will love this Visconti bag. It has a sleek design and magnetic closures for ease of opening.

Visconti designed their bag with both durability and simplicity in mind; it has a single pocket on the back of the bag for you to store documents. A cloth interior lining means that if you plan on carrying a laptop or any other fragile electronic, it’s best to bring a protective case.

• Magnetic closure offers easy access
• Soft, polished leather
• Timeless design
• Durable, high-quality build
• Ideal for people who don’t need a lot of pockets

• Doesn’t have a protective lining

Kenneth Cole Reaction Risky Business Leather Messenger Bag

The “Risky” part of the name in this leather messenger bag might catch your attention, and its competitive price will likely keep you around. Kenneth Cole offers all the wonderful properties of full-grain bags for a lower price than most of its competitors.

It has a convertible strap, a few slim zippered interior pockets, and an open pocket on the backside. Snap closures make it easy to access anything you need in your bag with a single hand.

• Roomy main compartment
• Three colors to choose from
• Excellent price for a full-grain bag
• Massive 60-inch shoulder strap
• Open pocket on the backside for quick access

• The shoulder strap isn’t removable

Berchirly Vintage Messenger Bag

Perfect for vegetarians and vegans, the faux leather Berchirly bag is a highly affordable option. Despite its low price point, it has a sleek design with two buckles that ingeniously have two magnetic buttons for easy opening.

There’s a zipper pouch on the backside of the bag that’s perfect for storing your phone. The interior has a 4-inch-deep space for storing your larger belongings—it’s a great fit for people who don’t want all the bells and whistles of larger bags.

• Minimalist, modern design
• Secured by two magnetic buttons
• Budget-friendly
• Cruelty-free production
• Outer zipped pouch for small personal items

• Not as durable as the other bags on this list

S-ZONE Men’s Leather Business Briefcase

If you’re looking for ultimate security for your belongings, the S-ZONE bag is an excellent choice. It has an impressive double clasp closure plus a zipper to access the main compartment. A rustic look makes this a great leather messenger bag for casual and semi-formal use.

The shoulder strap is detachable, and you can use the leather-reinforced handle if you pack your bag full of heavy items. With three external compartments and a back zipper, there’s lots of storage space.

• Excellent storage with 6 compartments
• Available in brown or dark brown leather
• Ideal for people seeking a smaller sized bag
• Detachable shoulder strap
• Leather-reinforced handle
• Great value

• It takes some time to open because of the double closure.

Komal’s Vintage Leather Messenger Bag

The massive Komal’s bag is long enough to hold a 17-inch laptop. Handmade in India, every stitch matters in this full-grain leather bag. One glance at Komal’s vintage bag, and you can see how you’ll make a statement in the messenger bag realm; it has a classic, bulkier design suitable for carrying nearly everything but your kitchen sink.

Organizing is a breeze thanks to various internal components. A leather handle offers comfort when toting around heavy belongings.

• Spacious
• Durable, leather-wrapped handle
• Many internal compartments
• Outstanding longevity 
• Unique vintage look with antique-looking clasps

• Too bulky for people requiring a more minimalistic design

Kattee Men’s Leather Messenger Bag

In contrast to Komal’s bag, this Kattee bag has slim features with the ability to hold a 14-inch laptop. Its simplistic vintage design is similar to some high-priced bags, but it’s a more affordable option since it’s composed of genuine leather.

A two-buckle clasp ensures your belongings remain in your bag while in transit, and you have the option to switch between a shoulder strap and handle. A zipper pouch running through the center of the main compartment offers optimal organization.

• Affordable price
• Stylish vintage design
• Easily converts to a briefcase-style bag
• Segregation zipper in the main compartment
• Ideal for men wanting a small messenger bag

• Lower quality leather

Frye Logan Messenger Bag

The high-quality Frye Logan bag can last you a lifetime thanks to its sturdy Italian leather. Discrete stitching offers an attractive appearance and added strength for carrying around heavier items. It contains a minimal number of organizational pockets and no external pockets.

However, accessing your items is easy since it has a magnetically-sealed flap. It has a zippered interior pocket to secure any expensive items and comes in four rich colors so you can further set your style.

• Easy to open 
• Comes with a dustbag
• Outstanding longevity
• Dual leather bottom strap for added support
• Zippered interior pocket

• Expensive, but it can last for generations