I purchased the Academy brief as a match to other Alpha Bravo items I had. The style and quality are as I expected, but the size of it as a briefcase is quite smaller/tighter than I had thought it would be.
Right size for my commute and plane travel. Holds laptop, iPad, phone, sweater, cords and chargers, etc. with pockets for everything. Messenger style is much better than backpack. I don’t like the large awkward flap on actual messenger style bags. This style gives easy access without taking it off. The non-obvious outside phone pocket is very handy. Great material is not bulky but tough.
The bag profile is small - enough for 15" laptop and few other things. The point of the this bag is it is lightweight and stylish (almost minimalist). I don't want to carry a massive brief case around streets, airports or anywhere else. The people that do, are enslaved. This case allows me to stay nimble and organized without being attached to a real ball and chain.