VYP-BLK-XL2: Booq Vyper XL2 (17 Inch MacBook Pro)

I was looking for a sleeve-like option for MBP, but didn't find a lot of options in the 17" category. So far the Booq Vyper XL2 is pretty good. It offers a rigid outside that looks thicker than it really is. There is also not much extra padding along the corners; where you need the most protection. The zippers are also on the weak-side, although I have had no trouble with them so far. All-in-all, I don't think I would have purchased this sleeve if I saw it in the store. Might rather have gone with Timbuk2 padded Sleeve for its added protection.

Good, but not as good as the 13 inch model.

I was very hesitant about ordering this as the other two reviews gave low scores and mentioned problems with the Zippers. My unibody as all Macs are very expensive and they were talking about the padding not being very thick, and I agree on that, but what I did to get around this, as I like the hard sleeve that this provides, was order a Radtech sleeve.With both of them together I feel absolutely comfortable and feel my MBP is very protected as well as that it has enough padding now.On the issue of the Zippers; I have not had any issues with them them seem pretty sturdy, and they zip right up.Another concern I had was about Zippers rubbing on my MBP as I, like most MAC owners do, spent a lot of money for my notebook, The vyper by itself does have a little interior lip around where the zippers go; Without the Radtech sleeve I would not feel as comfortable putting my MBP inside. I think it would be OK, but I just feel better proected with the two sleeves working together.Until Axio makes a 17"unibody sleeve, I will use this current setup to preserve my MAC when traveling.Four Stars, as I would like to see better padding with out use of the Radtech sleeve, but as I posted the two working together are fantastic.

This is the best case for full protection of you Mac book pro. this is not the neoprene soft cover it is a stiff sided case that allows you to put your Mac in any briefcase.

At the time of this review, Apple has already discontinued the 17 inch Macbook Pro which means there will only be a fewer and fewer accessories like these left for us 17" holdouts. I used to keep my trusty 2011 17 inch Macbook Pro in a Moshi Codex. It was a very nice case but the fake lather eventually fell apart and I had to find a new sleeve. This is probably one of the very few quality sleeves you can get that is tailor made for the MBP 17. The case itself fits the 17 perfectly and is stiff enough to offer reasonable protection from bumps. The zippers slide in and out perfectly with no issues and the case itself looks very slick and pretty. My only issue with the sleeve is that unlike my Moshi Codex, it does not have a handle which made it more convenient to tote it around. Not a deal breaker since I slide it in a computer bag anyway.

Works and fits great! Apple MacBook Pro 17 inch

My big complaint is that there's no handle. I mean even an elastic type handle would make this a real gem. It's still really cool and definitely looks "sexy". Durable and padded, it will keep the laptop from scratches and minor hits. Also no room for AC adapter.

As another reviewer stated, I was wary of this sleeve due to some poor reviews of the zippers. I went ahead with my purchase anyway and have been very happy with the product. The zippers are high quality and move smoothly. The sleeve also has a little cloth lip on the inside of the zipper that prevents it from making contact with the laptop. I had thought about saving a little money and just getting a neoprene sleeve, but I wanted something with a bit more protection for my several thousand dollar laptop. The Booq Vyper XL2 gives me that.The only thing I wish it had was a zipper pocket or something else on the outside to hold memory cards/sticks and possibly the power cord. I realize that most people will be using this inside of a computer bag, so this may not be a major issue. I use mine with a Targus bag and it works great!