Yesterday, I finally found a budget-level, almost fully "clamshell"-design backpack for short 4x5 outings. It is a Targus model, about $35, at BestBuy, where I had gone to use a $25 gift certificate. I have built an internal frame for it out of 1/4" poplar; I haven;t quite decided on how to complete the top shelf area. I have some clear, water-base polyurethane and wonder about using it to finish the wood, though I think it might be wise to also, or instead, to pad the frame insides with felt.
You hikers will already know I'm not one, and I'll have to see how comfortable, or not, this is for me. But as you can see, my load is small. I have only two lenses, and this will accommodate them, 4 holders, Pentax V spot meter, loupe, and misc.
I post images here for any who might benefit. The black bundle on top of the camera is my dark cloth -- an XXL black T-shirt. The meter pocket is the outside back one; I couldn't fit both it and the lenses inside.
Any problem with using the poly (outgassing)? How long should I let it cure if it is an issue?
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