TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Project Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Foundry Pack Backpack and the Timbuk2 Project Backpack is that the Foundry Pack Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop sleeve, Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff) while the Project Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Foundry Pack Backpack Project Backpack
Category Leather Laptop
Sub Category Commuter Travel
Capacity (L) 18L 21L
Dimensions (in) ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5
Weight (lb) 3.3 2.5
Fabric Premium waxed canvas and leather Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather
Color Scout Scout
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 1, 2019
Rating 4.4
Price Under $250 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Metal zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Secure, silent magnetic closures Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 front pocket, 2 side pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Padded; 15" laptop
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Foundry Pack Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Project Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Foundry Pack Backpack is a Leather backpack with Commuter features while Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Timbuk2 Foundry Pack Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 3.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9. It's made of Premium waxed canvas and leather and is available in Scout in comparison the Timbuk2 Project Backpack's capacity is 21L with a size of 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 inches. Constructed from Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in Scout.