A&A Evans Walker Bag: Who Has One?

cmdrzed · 07-30-2009

I have thought about buying an A&A Evans Walker bag but I wanted to see if anyone on RFF could share their experiences with it. That is, if someone has one.

Is it somewhat waterproof? The A&A website does not explicitly say it is waterproof. What all will fit into it? I'm looking for something low profile, somewhat resistant to water, and big enough to hold 2 lenses and 2 bodies (1 body w/ lens attached, 1 body w/o lens attached).

Info or suggestions???

kshapero · 07-30-2009

I have the Evans Walker bag for about 2 1/2 years. I live in Florida. It has been through everything, rain, sand, lots of sunshine. Never a problem. But I would not throw it into a swimming pool. Anyway an awesome bag.

cmdrzed · 07-30-2009

What all does your A&A bag hold?

bmattock · 07-30-2009

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Originally Posted by cmdrzed

What all does your A&A bag hold?

Evans Walker, presumably.

Paddy C · 07-30-2009

I bought the "Oskar's One Day Bag" recently. Perfect size for me. Fits my ZI with one lens mounted and would hold two more lenses if I had them. Plus there are two pockets on the front, a pocket on the back of the bag, a zippered pocket on the flap, and a small zippered pocket on the inside of the flap (perfect for several rolls of film).

Overall construction is fantastic. The canvas feels like it's treated and I would describe it as water resistant. I haven't had it out in full rain.

I think you could fit one M-mount (or Contax G) RF body with lens mounted and have room for the other body and an additional lens. I will look more closely at this tomorrow and post another reply.

The Evans Walker is, however, slightly smaller than the Oskar:
Oskar: 270mm long x 160mm tall x 90mm wide (inner)
Evans: 240mm long x 150mm tall x 65mm wide (inner)

I love having the flap cover. Makes it very easy to access your gear quickly and adds weather proofing.

bmattock · 07-30-2009

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Originally Posted by Paddy C

The Evans Walker is, however, slightly smaller than the Oskar:
Oskar: 270mm long x 160mm tall x 90mm wide (inner)
Evans: 240mm long x 150mm tall x 65mm wide (inner)

What's that in real units of measure?

Trius · 07-30-2009

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Originally Posted by bmattock

What's that in real units of measure?

Uh ... those are the real ones, Bill. Get with the program.

Paddy C · 07-30-2009

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Originally Posted by bmattock

What's that in real units of measure?

It's Japanese. If you try to measure it with an imperial ruler, the bag breaks your ruler!

ferider · 07-30-2009

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Originally Posted by bmattock

What's that in real units of measure?

Multiply by 1 Mio and you have it in clicks.

dufffader · 07-30-2009

I have the Imagesmith and ACAM1000, made with the same canvas as the Evans Walker. They are waterproof to the point all cloth/canvas are. Meaning they will stop rain but it will soak through. I've tried waterproofing it by spraying one of those water repellent coating but transplanting a rain cover from another camera bag might work better. In light drizzle it's fine.

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Originally Posted by cmdrzed

I have thought about buying an A&A Evans Walker bag but I wanted to see if anyone on RFF could share their experiences with it. That is, if someone has one.

Is it somewhat waterproof? The A&A website does not explicitly say it is waterproof. What all will fit into it? I'm looking for something low profile, somewhat resistant to water, and big enough to hold 2 lenses and 2 bodies (1 body w/ lens attached, 1 body w/o lens attached).

Info or suggestions???

bmattock · 07-30-2009

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Originally Posted by Trius

Uh ... those are the real ones, Bill. Get with the program.

I'm allergic to metric. I have a doctor's note here somewhere. The only thing I measure in mm is lens focal lengths and filters.

Trius · 07-30-2009

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Originally Posted by bmattock

The only thing I measure in mm is lens focal lengths and filters.

See, you can do it!

kshapero · 07-30-2009

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Originally Posted by cmdrzed

What all does your A&A bag hold?

ZI, 3 lenses (CV 90mm, ZM50, ZM 25) Film, etc.

cmdrzed · 07-30-2009

Wow. I return to quiet a few responses. Thanks everyone. We also have humor provided by the official RFF Jesters

I think the A&A bags are very appealing. Right now I am using a Lowepro bag but it is just too boxy for me. The crumpler bag that I am using for my Nikon gear is way too big for a rangefinder kit. I would also say that the contents of a crumpler bag are more susceptible to the elements due to the way the top flap works.

Ken Shipman · 07-30-2009

Evans Walker: outside dimensions are about 11" wide, 7" tall, 5" deep.
Oskar One Day: about 12" wide, 8.5" tall, 5" deep.

I think the EW is good for a body with lens attached, plus 2 lenses and film. You could probably get away with the 2-body configuration you are looking for but it might be a little tight, and it depends on the size of the lenses of course. It's a neat little bag better suited for minimal equipment. No top flap - just a zippered opening.

The OOD has the top flap and room for what you're looking for. The extra dimensions make a big difference. It's more satchel-like. The flap helps in the rain.

I like and use both. The EW for minimal kit, the OOD for more lenses or bodies or if I need the flap. Weather hasn't been a problem, and they're well padded without being over-stuffed.

trev2401 · 07-30-2009

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Originally Posted by Paddy C

It's Japanese. If you try to measure it with an imperial ruler, the bag breaks your ruler!

omg, i nearly laughed my lunch out.

i have the ACAM1000, same material, as as what mr duffadder said, they will stop water, but will get soaked after constant exposure.

took mine skiing with me once, held a GS645, M3 with a rigid and M6 with a 35mm, worked pretty well. Bag kept the snow out, and a little heating pack kept the inside at a balmy 23 deg C.

swoop · 07-30-2009

I went to look at one at Photo Village but decided against it. it seemed too "purse-ish" to me. I ended up getting a Lowepro Stealth Reporter D200.

trev2401 · 07-30-2009

purses and manbags are in... (at least in Tokyo)

dufffader · 07-31-2009

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Originally Posted by trev2401

omg, i nearly laughed my lunch out.

i have the ACAM1000, same material, as as what mr duffadder said, they will stop water, but will get soaked after constant exposure.

took mine skiing with me once, held a GS645, M3 with a rigid and M6 with a 35mm, worked pretty well. Bag kept the snow out, and a little heating pack kept the inside at a balmy 23 deg C.

you take the term "pampering your cameras" to a new level...

bmattock · 07-31-2009

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Originally Posted by trev2401

purses and manbags are in... (at least in Tokyo)

This alone is reason enough to quarantine Japan.

nksyoon · 07-31-2009

Pictures here: http://www.artisanandartist.com/bags...m1100-open.jpg

Image Smith: http://www.artisanandartist.com/bags/acam1000.htm

Gawain Hewitt · 07-31-2009

I've got the image smith and can fit my M8, Nokton 35mm 1.2 and 28mm 1.9 with space to spare. Also a small flash when I need it.

Gawain Hewitt · 07-31-2009

No that's wrong I've got the evans walker, sorry! - They don't actually use those names here in London hence confusion, they have numbers here! Mine is an ACAM-1100
Great bag, comfortable and stays on your back nicely.

cmdrzed · 07-31-2009

LMAO @ doublenegative: Are you thinking of JOHNNY WALKER? Jimmy Walker was that annoying DYN-O-MITE guy from Good Times, right?

I'm sure I can get some JOHNNY WALKER in the bag tho.

Still laughing . . .

cmdrzed · 08-20-2009

I Just ordered the Evans Walker bag. I can feel the anticipation building

Can't wait for the mail . . .