Domke F-X3 Protection?

[mark_jacobson1]

My Domke FX3's exterior pocket flaps do not completely cover the

pockets. The bag flap also does not completely cover the bag.

There are gaps in both that allow for rain and dust to enter if I'm

not careful.

 

Is this typical, or do I have a defective bag?

 

Thank you.

 

Mark

[_________2]

my domke F3X flap does not extend to the edges of the

bag and offers little protection from rain or dust.

the heavier/bulkier the equipment, the worse the problem becomes.

in my case, i refer to the

main compartment flap on my bag and not the pocket covers. they are

adequate - if only just.

 

but it's a great shooters' bag. easy to work out of and easy to bear

if not overloaded. i lay down a piece of old canvas on top of the gear

and below the cover which extends to the edges and this does

the trick. plastic sheeting - even one of those garbage pail liners

would do.

 

i believe i have seen this complaint voiced by others as well.

 

 

i use an f4af as well and there's a bit less of a problem with that

bag. but i use the f3x a good deal more as it's smaller and suits

my kit better.

[graham_line]

You must be really loading up that bag, or they've changed the design since I bought mine 10-15 years ago. The flaps on mine (why did they discontinue gray?) cover the two end pockets fine. You do have to pay a bit of attention to keeping the top covered, but that flap does have a couple tucks in it that seal it up more or less. Mine usually hauls two bodies, three or four lenses, film, meter and filters and closed up just fine. Maybe you need the F2 or one of the other large bags. Though I agree; there are better weatherproof carrying cases.