Buying guides
Straight answers for the questions we hear most in the store, built from the real specifications of the luggage and bags we sell. Prefer to talk it through? Book a no-pressure appointment in Wellesley.
Buying guide
Carry-on vs checked luggage
Real sizes, weights and capacities for 13 cases we stock, and how to choose.
Buying guide
TUMI vs Briggs & Riley
Materials, expansion and guarantee language from each brand, side by side.
Buying guide
Everyday vs weekend backpacks
Demian Wendrow’s TUMI comparison, plus specs for our backpacks.
Common questions
Which luggage guide should I read first?
Start with carry-on vs checked if you are choosing a size, TUMI vs Briggs & Riley if you are choosing a brand, and everyday vs weekend backpacks if you need a bag for work or short trips. Each guide uses the real specifications listed for products sold at London Harness in Wellesley.
Where do the sizes and weights in the guides come from?
Every dimension, weight and capacity is copied from the product pages on londonharness.com, which take them from the manufacturers. Airlines change their limits, so check your airline before you fly, and visit the Wellesley store to roll and pack the cases yourself.
Can I book an appointment?
Yes. Call 781-237-5950 or use the appointment form with a preferred date and time plus one alternative; the store confirms by phone or email. Early-morning and evening appointments are available.