When I opened the box, there was a pleasant smell of leather - then I opened a cloth bag and saw a leather briefcase. find it rich looking and well made. Cool. Cons - I don't know what type of leather it is, but it is leather, it appears to be coated. Sizing is limited to a 14-inch laptop and stretches across the width so it's not a flat envelope style, although I wish it was a bit larger for me. However, this case wasn't the cheapest option for a computer bag, but it was more affordable than a designer-branded bag. The construction is well stitched, looks solid and has a good weight. Overall, I'm glad I bought this beautiful case.