Men's Laptop Briefcases

What to look for in a laptop briefcase

Start with the laptop compartment. It should be separate from your documents so paper edges and pens never rub against the screen, and it should close fully, either with a zip or under a flap. Next, look at organization: a laptop briefcase bag with two or three compartments keeps a charger, a notebook and a tablet from piling up in one space. Finally, check how it carries. A top handle is enough for short walks between meetings, but a detachable shoulder strap is what makes a full commute comfortable.

How to choose the right size

Screen size alone is misleading, since bezels and cases change the real footprint. Measure your machine in inches and compare it to the compartment listed on each product page.

Laptop size	Typical machines	Briefcase style	Best for
13 to 14 inch	MacBook Air, compact ultrabooks	Slim, one or two compartments	Light commute, meetings
15 to 16 inch	MacBook Pro 16, 15.6 inch Windows laptops	Structured, two or three compartments	A full workday with documents
17 inch	Large workstations and desktop replacements	Multi-pocket shoulder bag	Heavy loads, business travel

Leather or waxed canvas?

A leather laptop briefcase holds its shape, looks sharp with a suit and gets better with age. Crazy horse leather in particular darkens and picks up a patina with every year of use, so small marks blend into the character of the bag. Waxed canvas is the lighter, more casual alternative: it handles rain well and keeps the price down. Both protect a laptop equally well when the compartment is padded, so the choice comes down to your dress code and your commute.

Caring for your briefcase

Empty the bag at the end of the week and store it upright so the structure stays intact. Wipe leather with a dry cloth, condition it once or twice a year, and let it air dry away from a heater if it gets caught in the rain. Waxed canvas can be refreshed with fabric wax when the finish starts to look dry.

A gift that gets used every day

A new job, a promotion or a graduation is the classic moment for a laptop briefcase for men. It is a gift that gets carried five days a week, which is more than most presents can claim. Check the laptop size he uses before ordering, and remember that returns are accepted within 30 days.

Built to fit the rest of your kit

Browse the full men's briefcases collection for every style, or go thinner with our slim briefcases. Already have a bag you love? Add a leather laptop sleeve for extra protection, or compare with our laptop backpacks.

Laptop briefcase questions

What size laptop fits in a laptop briefcase?

Most of our laptop briefcases fit a 14 to 15.6 inch laptop, and a few take up to 16 or 17 inches. Each product page lists the compatible laptop size and the inner dimensions in inches, so compare them with your machine before ordering.

Is the laptop compartment padded?

Laptop briefcases have a dedicated compartment that keeps the computer separate from chargers and papers. For extra protection on long commutes, slip the laptop into a sleeve before it goes in the bag.

Can I carry a laptop briefcase on the shoulder?

Yes. Our laptop briefcases come with top handles and a shoulder strap, so you can carry them by hand into a meeting and on the shoulder for the commute. Check the strap length on the product page.

Briefcase or laptop backpack for work?

A briefcase looks sharper in client meetings and keeps documents flat. A backpack spreads the weight on both shoulders, which is better for long walks or bike commutes. Many men own one of each.

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