I found a tag in the bag (Wow! that rhymes, I'm a poet and I know it because my feet are "Longfellows".), and it states the following:

100% Nylon
WPL 9647 CA 00665
Made in Indonesia
023-0092
Vendor 01355

I also sent an email to Eddie Bauer this morning in the hopes they could shed some light on its availability. I'll keep you posted if I get any info back.

With all the information on the tag, you might even find the manufacturer and see if they make this bag for anyone else, or if you can order it directly from them.

The nicest thing about this bag in its brown color is the construction doesn't make me feel like I am carrying a womens purse. It also has a very long strap which allows an over the head opposite shoulder carry allowing the bag to hang down low and comfortably. The strap has an anti-slip pad and is adjustable for those that like to carry the bag close to the armpit, as well as a carry handle at the top.

Good luck, and if you find this bag available at the manufacturing source, or another vendor, please advise with a post.

Good luck!

Bountyhunter

Below is the answer from Eddie Bauer:

From: <customercare@csc.eddiebauer.com> Add Address
Subject: {REF: 1077128595.000} Ask Eddie Email: Shoulder bag
Date: Wed, 18 Feb 2004 14:27:19 -0400

Dear Sir,

Thank you for your e-mail.

Unfortunately this shoulder bag is not available at this time. We are sorry
to disappoint you in this matter.

If you would like assistance in selecting replacement merchandise, please
reply to this e-mail or call our Customer Satisfaction Department at
1-800-426-8020.

Thank you for shopping with us.

Sincerely,

Josh S.
Eddie Bauer Customer Service



> Specific Descriptions/Comments:
> I am trying to determine if you still have a certain shoulder bag
> available for sale. I purchased mine at a local Goodwill store in
> Milwaukeee, Wisconsin, and have been getting requests from other
> individuals who would like to buy one. Its primary selling point is that
> it is a non-feminine looking bag which male friends of mine would be
> comfortable using to keep their pockets free.
>
> The tag in this shoulder bag has the following information:
>
> WPL 9647 CA 00665
> Made in Indonesia
> 023-0092
> Vendor 01355
> 100% Nylon
>
>
> This email is systematically scanned for conditions that may
> present business risks. If this is unsolicited third party
> email, please forward it to stopspam@spgl.com

I love this thread. It speaks to a concern I've had ever since being "preparedness-aware." I am a smaller-than-average framed male of 5'6" / 140 lbs (1.65M / 63.5 Kg.) As a result, the pockets and compartments on my clothing are not large, so I'm always tweaking my system to get that magic combination of minimal but effective essential gear. I've thought about a "Day-Timer" type zippered notebook, but I feel more comfortable being hands-free. Perhaps the waist pack is a possibility for me. For now, my current kit is described on the following web page: http://www.roblester.com/rob/edc.htm

Hi Rob
I know what you mean, the tweaking almost becomes an obsession. It can become a very expensive habit, so ideally I like to try to get it right first time. My post about my seasonal Bob problem is all linked into the same issue - buying the right gear for you, be it to your size, you experience, your everyday needs, your location, your work etc etc.
One item I do object to carrying around is my mobile phone. I hate the things, and I never have it switched on. I'm afraid its consigned to the bottom of my daysack most of the time, but I sure everyone has there pet hates.
I also feel I'm underprepared in some way...the trouble is we don't really know till "it" happens.

140? Your not bad at all. I'm 5'10" and weight 135lbs _with_ all my gear <img src="images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> I'm always looking for small but quality stuff, reading in the lightweight backpacking forums to see how to lighten and shrink gear, etc.

I don't like having a cell phone either but consider it like a piece of gear you don't want to have to use such as first aid or even a gun. I keep mint on my belt at all times though that way I can leave it on vibrate and not annoy anyone else with the ring, though no one else seems to mind annoying me with their ring <img src="images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

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.....I keep mint on my belt at all times.....
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Sorry, Eugene, but I couldn't resist........ Typos are so much fun <img src="images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Top 10 reasons to carry mint on your belt

10. It gets crushed in your pocket.
9. You never know when you will have to make that emergency julip.
8. Carrying dill or basil is sooo yesterday.
7. Loads cheaper than Old Spice.
6. Two words: Belt Camouflage.
5. Draws attention away from the parsily growing in shirt pocket.
4. Wards off Wareducks.
3. Shows support for the DoubleMints against the evil Wintergreens.
2. Compliments the cinnamon on tie.

And the number one reason to keep mint on your belt at all times:

1. In case the fig leaf falls off. <img src="images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />

Hmm, I've never thought of the possibility of not being able to carry everything on me. Being 6' 2"-3" 270lbs I could carry a machete in my pocket with minimal problems. <img src="images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" /> That is definately something to take into account: Because of physical size it may be difficult for some to carry a lot of "EDC" supplies. So, I guess the smaller a person you are the more you should look for multi-function supplies. (Ex: Instead of carrying a knife, a P-38, a pen screw-driver, and pliers a multi-tool becomes neccisary and prefered)

Paul, there were some days in school that I would have given my left arm to be 6'3" / 270 lbs.! <img src="images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

So much for my nice spell checker, I'll have to go submit a request for a thought checker.