Carl Friedrik Carry-on X: The Best Polycarbonate Suitcase of 2024?

[@HoneyBearPantsOff]

Hey Desmond, great review as always. I actually recently purchased and used the Carry On that Carl Fredrick did with Hackett London and it worked fantastic albeit a lil bit tighter than I expected. I’m still in my 100 day trial and my question is do you think the laptop sleeve (the Pro or X part of the Carry On) is worth upgrading to? Does it eat into the space that the main usable part of the suitcase? Thanks!

[@ItsDesmond]

I think it’s definitely worth considering. What I like about the laptop pocket is that even though it uses some of the interior space - there is room designed for expansion outwards. So as long as i pack the suitcase first - I always find room for flatter items like laptops, charging bricks, notebooks etc. It also takes those items out of my main personal bag - and reduces the weight. So even when i need to grab my laptop when I’m at the lounge or destination - i have just as much access to it as long as my carry on-X is with me.

[@HoneyBearPantsOff]

@@ItsDesmond thanks appreciate your POV

[@MichaelTaylor-ll1up]

Hey Desmond, fabulous review. Question: Who makes the leather bag shown at 17:56?

[@ItsDesmond]

@@MichaelTaylor-ll1up hey. Thank you! The bag is made by Von Baer - they make really high quality leather bags. I’ve got a review of this briefcase on the channel. But def worth checking out. One of the softest and well designed briefcases I’ve tested

[@DavidSL64]

Great review. I'm also looking at the Victorinox Airox Business, any thoughts on the comparison? I don't believe it has the external pocket for laptop, which is an advantage for the CF if you need access to laptop quickly and easily (eg at airport security)

[@jespervissing8284]

Fantastic review, thanks👍🏻😄

[@osareme2462]

I really want to buy it but I have heard the handle breaks easily

[@fauxxd6870]

Have you tried the compact weekender? genuinely the best all round bag I’ve ever had

[@TalhaIsmailjee]

How does this compare to July?

[@yenjun0204]

July is a bit lighter.

[@yenjun0204]

CF PC is more scratch-resistant than July, and Monos.

[@yenjun0204]

I placed one 16" MBP and one 13" IPA in the front pocket, finding it secure and relatively snug in CF. I'm concerned that stacking carry-on with other bags might damage the items in July. If just placing one MBP or just one iPad. both CF or July are fine.

[@yenjun0204]

July adheres to international carry-on dimensions, while CF falls in a gray area, varying by airline and destination.

[@yenjun0204]

If size and weight aren't a concern, I prefer CF much over July; but they are in different price categories. July is acceptable if getting July one below US$290. The all comments above based on requiring front pocket. If not, I would go for Samsonite C-Lite Carry-On Spinner; it's really light!