Our Fabrics

Manhattan Portage is proud to use top-of-the-line materials for each and every bag that bears our logo. While excellent craftsmanship and innovative designs are Manhattan Portage hallmarks, those qualities only rise to the surface if they are backed up by the most durable components on the market.

One of the most durable and long-lasting fabrics on the market, 1000D CORDURA® Classic is the main material used to fashion the majority of Manhattan Portage’s catalog. Being both tear- and abrasion-resistant (as well as water-repellant), this fabric has the qualities to sustain everyday wear and tear for decades to come. Manhattan Portage always uses the thickest CORDURA® Classic on the market (1000D) to ensure that the product we make will last.

Every detail of Manhattan Portage bags is crafted for performance — from our custom YKK® zippers trusted industry-wide for their smooth reliability, to our robust plastic and metal buckles designed for lasting strength and durability. Whether it’s the everyday carry or our pro series Messenger bags, these components have been the backbone of our build quality since 1983.