I needed a locking case for files I carry around. I didn't want the attache style because it's masculine and because it takes up room when you lay it down to open and retrieve files from it. This Executive Leatherette briefcase stands up so it takes up little space, then all I have to do is pull from it the files. It's easy to find the files I want because they are vertical, and not piled on top of each other as they would be in an attache case. I also carry my laptop in it. It's not padded, but I'm ok with that because I only occasionally carry my laptop. I love the 3 sections, the leatherette is very real looking. It is sturdy. I love using the shoulder strap. And it locks! Great value and exactly like the description and the photo.