Sadly they do not make the Command messenger any longer..
Yes my interior lid is shredding. i just applied 3M Duct Tape to the entire flap. . I took my time, it looks professional.
All is well. I LOVE this old commando commuter. The ziipper also failed on the command ( to unzip and lay flat for your PC in TSA). No worries Since TSA does not make me take it out any more ( PRE CHECK Y'ALL) I just tombed it by stiching up the whole thing with Dental Tape. That stuff is super strong.
Works great. The Messenger Bags far exceed any back pack for usabilty while flying. MY XL fits under ANY seat and has a handle on the side for putting- pulling in and out from under seats.
I LOVE this bag. I love the metal slip clips rather than the Plastic clips too.