Billingham wanna-buys!


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Safrotto with Billingham avea?

Well done! Correct answer :) I have a sage L2 as well, bought this safrotto for fun. Pretty good quality and a nice small bag for my m4/3 kit
 

Well done! Correct answer :) I have a sage L2 as well, bought this safrotto for fun. Pretty good quality and a nice small bag for my m4/3 kit


wah!!! like real!!
 

Will turn to Hong Kong for holiday next month, is Billingham bag at Hong Kong more cheapest than Singapore?
at Hong Kong which location/shop can i find for Billingham bag..Thank for advice!
 

chooep said:
Will turn to Hong Kong for holiday next month, is Billingham bag at Hong Kong more cheapest than Singapore?
at Hong Kong which location/shop can i find for Billingham bag..Thank for advice!

Tin cheung outlets. It's cheaper generally.
 

I was just hoping to be able to tap the minds of all the Billingham enthusiasts right here.
What is the cheapest model that is able to fit the Nikon 14-24mm, 24-70mm, 70-200mm (VRI) f2.8 with a D300s? The camera would be mounted on the 24-70mm with lens hood reversed. If can mount on the 70-200mm with hood reversed all the better.
 

I just got my Hadley Pro from Mr Chan today. It was a very pleasant experience and I even had the chance to try on his 12-year-old Hadley Pro! I hope my own bag will age as nicely as his.

The review of the bag will probably come later after I have used it for a while. It is unfair to write something now while I am still so excited about the new bag. :)

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335 or 307???
Seems like 335 is bigger than 307, but 335 is cheaper. Anybody mind to explain?
I'm looking for a bag that i can travel with, thus the size matters. Means if i'm oversea for a day or 2, can grab my camera with some other things n clothes.
335 or 307? Difference other than size?
Is it really cheaper to get from oversea other than SG, exp uk of the 20% VAT. Anybody who get theirs from UK or Hong Kong?
THanks in advance!
 

335 or 307???
Seems like 335 is bigger than 307, but 335 is cheaper. Anybody mind to explain?
I'm looking for a bag that i can travel with, thus the size matters. Means if i'm oversea for a day or 2, can grab my camera with some other things n clothes.
335 or 307? Difference other than size?
Is it really cheaper to get from oversea other than SG, exp uk of the 20% VAT. Anybody who get theirs from UK or Hong Kong?
THanks in advance!

Sont really know anything abt 335 or 307, but i bought my hadley pro in london and calculating the vat, its cheaper to get from there. very happy with my purchase.
 

MrKang said:
335 or 307???
Seems like 335 is bigger than 307, but 335 is cheaper. Anybody mind to explain?
I'm looking for a bag that i can travel with, thus the size matters. Means if i'm oversea for a day or 2, can grab my camera with some other things n clothes.
335 or 307? Difference other than size?
Is it really cheaper to get from oversea other than SG, exp uk of the 20% VAT. Anybody who get theirs from UK or Hong Kong?
THanks in advance!

307 is the latest product from Billingham and features the latest Fibrenyte material i think. I own the 445 previously and now the 307 and 107 and i do find the 7 series much more solid than the 5 series. Also easier and less troublesome to open. The 7 series has a more luxurious feel too.

I think both 335 and 307 hard to travel with if you are bringing your camera and a few lenses unless you are one of those who pack very simply. I think the 445 would be better in terms of size but it is too big for everyday use in Singapore.

I heard that HK is cheaper to buy from definitely. UK with the weaker pound and savings on tax should be quite cheap too. Anyway if you are not travelling, can always look up our friendly Mr. PK Chan (distributor for Billingham) who have the best price in Singapore. Don't go to the shops like K13. They really mark up their prices by a lot. Crazy!
 

307 is the latest product from Billingham and features the latest Fibrenyte material i think. I own the 445 previously and now the 307 and 107 and i do find the 7 series much more solid than the 5 series. Also easier and less troublesome to open. The 7 series has a more luxurious feel too.

I think both 335 and 307 hard to travel with if you are bringing your camera and a few lenses unless you are one of those who pack very simply. I think the 445 would be better in terms of size but it is too big for everyday use in Singapore.

I heard that HK is cheaper to buy from definitely. UK with the weaker pound and savings on tax should be quite cheap too. Anyway if you are not travelling, can always look up our friendly Mr. PK Chan (distributor for Billingham) who have the best price in Singapore. Don't go to the shops like K13. They really mark up their prices by a lot. Crazy!

looks like I have my eyes on 307. but I may prefer 335 classic look. someone selling a 445. might take a look. I need a bag that need to fits 2lens, my 60d, and 2 sets of clothes. at least. then maybe everyday use bag will need to fits another lens and flash.
thanks a lot for the info.
 

MrKang said:
looks like I have my eyes on 307. but I may prefer 335 classic look. someone selling a 445. might take a look. I need a bag that need to fits 2lens, my 60d, and 2 sets of clothes. at least. then maybe everyday use bag will need to fits another lens and flash.
thanks a lot for the info.

Which colour are you looking at? For the Khaki colour, i prefer the one on the 307 better than the 335. I am using the black one so not much difference IMHO.

I had the 445 but honestly too big for normal everyday use. So sold it away to someone who appreciate it more.

Have you looked at the way to open both bags? I find the way to open the 5 series bag very troublesome comparedto the 7 series. May help to make your decision easier if you see it.
 

Wow, suddenly i realise how many ppl in sg are using Billingham once i found out how they looks like lo. So many example actually. Saw a humangus 505. its really HUGE! lol. i dont think that one can fit into hand luggage size. And saw some 307 or 407. and more ppl using hadley pro, maybe its just me nbumping into them. Well, hate hadley, cuz its like a laptop bag! Camera bag, i think, must be box shape. too rectangular its just like a laptop bag.... And after i've seen so many of them around, dint really like the finishes of billingham. :(
I'm more to a classic leather type of guy. I found one leather bag, they sell it as camera bag, but not fully protected, cuz the leather is actually thick anough to provide some protection, they are somehow right i guess. ITs by this local brand (i think) E9. or E6. Lol. a small leather bag shop at Iluma second floor, near the bridge connected to BUgis Junction. But i dont like the brand logo imprinted.
Haiz. So hard for me to find a perfect bag.
 

Agree! I'm seeing more Billingham user on the street now :)

Wow, suddenly i realise how many ppl in sg are using Billingham once i found out how they looks like lo. So many example actually. Saw a humangus 505. its really HUGE! lol. i dont think that one can fit into hand luggage size. And saw some 307 or 407. and more ppl using hadley pro, maybe its just me nbumping into them. Well, hate hadley, cuz its like a laptop bag! Camera bag, i think, must be box shape. too rectangular its just like a laptop bag.... And after i've seen so many of them around, dint really like the finishes of billingham. :(
I'm more to a classic leather type of guy. I found one leather bag, they sell it as camera bag, but not fully protected, cuz the leather is actually thick anough to provide some protection, they are somehow right i guess. ITs by this local brand (i think) E9. or E6. Lol. a small leather bag shop at Iluma second floor, near the bridge connected to BUgis Junction. But i dont like the brand logo imprinted.
Haiz. So hard for me to find a perfect bag.
 

Haha... I think it's because our eyes were opened after we realized the beauty of the Billingham bags that's why we see more now. ;)

I see more people carrying the Hadley series of bags though. Rarely see people carrying the 07 and 06 series. In terms of percentage, maybe 85% Hadleys, 15% 06s and 5% 07s.. You guys?
 

MrKang said:
Wow, suddenly i realise how many ppl in sg are using Billingham once i found out how they looks like lo. So many example actually. Saw a humangus 505. its really HUGE! lol. i dont think that one can fit into hand luggage size. And saw some 307 or 407. and more ppl using hadley pro, maybe its just me nbumping into them. Well, hate hadley, cuz its like a laptop bag! Camera bag, i think, must be box shape. too rectangular its just like a laptop bag.... And after i've seen so many of them around, dint really like the finishes of billingham. :(
I'm more to a classic leather type of guy. I found one leather bag, they sell it as camera bag, but not fully protected, cuz the leather is actually thick anough to provide some protection, they are somehow right i guess. ITs by this local brand (i think) E9. or E6. Lol. a small leather bag shop at Iluma second floor, near the bridge connected to BUgis Junction. But i dont like the brand logo imprinted.
Haiz. So hard for me to find a perfect bag.

Maybe you can take a look at the Kelly Moore Boy bags? Or those from Wotancraft for their really nice looking canvas and leather bags.

For the Billinghams, you have to hold and feel one in your hands to appreciate the fine workmanship and the top quality material used in the makng of these bags. In terms of protection and quality, you will find few on par with Billinghams. They are to me, like the LV of camera bags. Absolutely love my 107 and 307!!!
 

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