Cravar Rana Series Premium Leather Camera Bags

Cravar Rana Series Premium Leather Camera Bags:

There are a lot of great choices these days, if you want a leather bag for your camera gear.  We all know companies like ONA, and Oberwerth for example.  Now, there is another manufacturer entering the leather bag world: Cravar.  Cravar has been making all types of premium leather goods, and now with their new Rana Series, they are specifically targeting photographers.  From the looks of the features, quality of materials, and price, these bags are definitely aiming to impress.  Cravar has four sizes to choose from, and I will reviewing one shortly (I can’t wait!).  For now, here’s some info on them, and of course, some press photos.  You should also take a look at their Kickstarter campaign.

So, I’m going to give you some general info, and go into more detail when I write my review.  As I said before, they come in four sizes: the Rana 7, 10, 13,  and 15. The four sizes that Cravar has released should definitely satisfy a broad range of needs.  Here are features that all Rana bags have in common:

• Full grain veg-tanned leather exterior.
• Solid brass hardware.
• Durable Sunbrella & soft linen interior.
• Silent, easy, and secure brass stud closure.
• 3 types of dividers, including a dedicated laptop/tablet & work combination panel.
• Removable, adjustable shoulder strap, with an over-sized shoulder pad.
• Side flaps for weather protection.
• Riveted stress points.
• Closed cell foam padding with extra padding on the bottom.
• Available in 2 colors
• Comes with free worldwide shipping & backed by lifetime warranty.

Cravar Rana 7 Specification:

Here’s some general info on the Rana 7, which is the smallest of the series.

• Fits a camera and 1 lens and iPad mini / similar sized tablet
• One spacious front pocket, one full width back pocket.
• 1 Tablet / Work Panel, 1 Vertical, 1 Stack dividers.
• Exterior: 7.9″ x 9.3″ x 5.1″/20 x  23.5 x 13 cm.
• Interior: 7.1″ x 8.5″ x 4.7″ / 18 x 21.5 x 12 cm.
• Max tablet size: 6.9″ x 8.5″/17.5 x 21.5 cm.
• Weight: 1.9 lbs./875 grams – w/out dividers.  2.2 lbs./1,000 grams w/all 3 dividers.

Cravar Rana 10 Specification:

Because of its size, the Rana 10 is very versatile, and makes a great day bag.

• Fits a camera and up to 2 lenses, and a 9.7/10.5″ iPad/similar sized tablet.
• One spacious front pocket, one full width back pocket.
• 1 Tablet / Work Panel, 2 Vertical, 2 Stack dividers.
• Exterior: 11.4″ x 8.7″ x 5.1″/29 x 22 x 13 cm.
• Interior: 10.6″ x 7.9″ x 4.7″/27 x 20 x 12 cm.
• Max tablet size: 10.4″ x 7.9″/26.5 x 20cm
• Weight:2.5 lbs./1,150 grams – w/out dividers.  2.9 lbs./1,300 grams w/all 5 dividers.

Cravar Rana 13 Specification:

Need something a bit larger?  The Rana 13 might be the one for you.

• Fits a camera and up to 3 lenses, and 13″ screen laptop.
• 1 Laptop / Work Panel, 3 Vertical, 2 Stack dividers.
• Two spacious front pockets, one full width back pocket.
• Exterior: 14″ x 9.8″ x 5.1″/35.5 x 25 x 13 cm.
• Interior: 13.2″ x 9.1″ x 4.7″/33.5 x 23 x 12 cm
• Max laptop size:13″ x 9.1″/33 x 23 cm.
• Weight: 3.2 lbs./1,450 grams – w/out dividers.  3.7 lbs./1,700 grams w/all 6 dividers.

Cravar Rana 15 Specification:

The largest bag is the Rana 15.

• Fits a camera and up to 3 lenses and 15″ screen laptop.
• 1 Laptop / Work Panel, 3 Vertical, 2 Stack dividers.
• Two spacious front pockets, one full width back pocket.
• Exterior: 15.2″ x 10.6″ x 5.1″/38.5 x 27 x 13 cm.
• Interior: 14.4″ x 9.8″ x 4.7″/36.5 x 25 x 12 cm.
• Max laptop size: 14.2″ x 9.8″/36 x 25 cm.
• Weight: 3.5 lbs./1,600 grams – w/out dividers. 4.2 lbs./1,900 grams w/all 6 dividers.

As I said earlier, expect my in-depth review soon.  For now, check out their Kickstarter campaign for it.  Thanks for stopping by!