I don't do anything to mine. Seems to attract less attention that way. I do hold it shut with a bit of clear tough packing tape, but that is practically invisible.
Hate to say it, but these days, carrying anything that can not be readily identified by PHRASECENSOREDPOSTERSHOULDKNOWBETTER. will raise an eyebrow (or phone handset). Call it protective coloration.
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...........From Nomad.........Been "on the road" since '97