While you can still find luggage made in the USA, it’s getting harder to do so.
USA Love List has spent countless hours researching and finding luggage that's made in America. Keep reading to find out more.
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Luggage Made in the USA
My mom still owns a beautiful set of luggage from the 1970s that carries the Made in USA stamp. The set features a hard shell large and medium-size suitcase along with a train case-style toiletry case, all blue-grey and matching in color. The combination snaps make everything secure.
That luggage brand is still in business, but they no longer make their products in the USA.
I, on the other hand, purchased a single piece of brightly-colored luggage just a couple of years ago and sent it to the garbage facility last week because it had fallen apart. Sadly, my attempt to save money ended up costing me more because I now have to replace that single suitcase.
This time, I’m buying luggage that’s made in America, where I know it’s made with the best materials in a quality-controlled environment.
American-made luggage choices vary, from traditional suitcases and carry-ons to duffel bags, weekend bags, backpacks, and messenger bags. If you like what you see in the company's USA-made luggage, be sure also to check out their other USA-made items on their respective websites, too.
Luggage Made in the USA
This source list contains all of the American made luggage sources we have found so far, organized by category.
If we missed a Made in USA luggage source you love - suitcases, bags, backpacks, duffels, or anything you need for travel - feel free to let us know in the comments below because we update our lists regularly so your tip will be there for our readers right away. Thanks!
Large Check-in Luggage Made in the USA
ROAM
ROAM is a personal favorite because you can customize your own suitcase. Just choose a size, front shell color, and a back shell color. Then enjoy the quick turnaround time ROAM’s USA manufacturing facility offers you. All ROAM luggage is assembled in the USA from parts sourced world-wide. Personally, I like The Journey size because its polycarbonate shell measures 26 inches tall. Plus, ROAM offers a lifetime guarantee.
Club Glove Connectable Rolling Luggage
Club Glove made in USA luggage pieces are connectable, making it easier for you to haul your travel apparel and gear. Club Glove luggage has been a favorite of professional golfers for 40 years, and is now a favorite of professional travelers of all types. Luggage pieces include; shoulder bags, rolling bags, backpacks, gear bags and more. You can purchase the pieces individually, or pick a set that best suits your travel needs.
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Tough Traveler Wheeled Suitcase
The first words I see on Tough Traveler’s website read, “Supply Chain concerns? Our products are Made-in-USA. Everything…ships within 1 business day!” What another great reminder for buying American-made! The New York company brings several traditional luggage pieces to the market, including the SAMOYED Wheeled Suitcase in six different colors. The company also guarantees the workmanship and materials, but be sure to read its online policy.
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Carry On Bags Made in USA
BAGS USA
Bags USA manufactures its bag on location in Huntington Beach, California. The company provides numerous bags to a wide customer base. One such bag is the C Triple Carry-On. Choose from a variety of colors on this duffel-style carry-on, and you can also order in bulk for teams and organizations. This bag’s size enables it to fit nicely in an overhead bin if you’re flying.
Original Tuffbag
This Utah company began in 1980 when a wife made her railroad-working husband a durable bag. The rest became history when everyone else wanted something similarly durable. Today, the granddaughter owns Original Tuffbags. The namesake, The Original Tuffbag, comes in three different sizes and four different colors. It is triple stitched and has all stress points reinforced. The bags are made from extremely strong nylon canvas and YKK zippers. They’re also machine washable.
Tough Traveler Wheeled Carry-On
This USA company is also featured above in the checked bags category. Tough Traveler sells several carry-on bags, including the large Clipper Wheeled Carry-On. It is a lightweight but durable carry-on with an extendable handle and non-slipping locks. Tough Traveler carries this selection in seven different colors.
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Winter Session
A Denver, Colorado-based company, Winter Session designs and
manufactures high-quality, unisex canvas and leather carry goods. The Garrison Waxed Canvas Carryall caught our eye with its deep color, double-zipper closure, and solid brass hardware. It also features adjustable leather shoulder straps.
Made in USA Travel Bags That Are Perfect For Any Adventure
These made in USA travel bags are perfect for a weekend getaway, a business trip, your family vacation…any adventure you have planned…or not planned because who doesn't love a last-minute getaway?
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USA-made Duffel Bags
Cinda b
The Cinda b line of products tend to lean toward the feminine market. Cinda Boomershine joined forces with the former VP of Vera Bradley until that company outsourced its production. Headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Cinda b offers, among other items, the Carry-on Rolly and the B Lux Rolling Duffel.
BAD BAGS
BAD stands for Best American Duffel, and these American-made duffels (made in Seattle) are ideal for travel. The Duffel Bag No. 2 can be
carried as a duffel or a backpack. The small, Seattle-based company offers many other selections for you to choose from. BAD is a fan favorite.
Duluth Pack
Duluth Pack in Minnesota continues to grow strong since its 1882 inception. The company makes numerous styles of bags, including our favorite, the Safari Duffel in small. It comes in 12 colors and four sizes. It features 15-ounce canvas construction with a bottom reinforcement and leather touches. Duluth Pack offers a lifetime guarantee on craftsmanship and hardware.
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Frost River
This company’s goods are all handcrafted in Duluth, Minnesota, but it doubles its efforts by sourcing its leather from SB Tannery in nearby Red Wing (yes, as in Red Wing shoes) and its waxed canvas from Martin Dying in New Jersey. We like the I’m Out Duffel Bag, both for its name and for its durability. Frost River offers it in three different sizes. Frost River also has an interesting back story that compels good ole’ USA support.
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Korchmar
Korchmar has a web page dedicated to beautiful leather pieces handcrafted in its Naples, Florida facility. We’re partial to the Twain 22-inch Leather Weekender offered in four shades. Expensive, yes, it should last you for a very long time. Plus, that fine leather fragrance will leave you virtually intoxicated with its luxury.
Lifetime Leather
Lifetime Leather is a successful company that was born out of tragedy when its owner sustained a long-term injury. Happily, he discovered leather crafting, and his Arizona company has grown immensely. Lifetime Leather offers beautiful leather products like this duffle bag. It comes in four different shades and is lined with nylon fabric. The full-grain leather comes from America.
Mountain Ridge Gear
Mountain Ridge Gear is durable and long lasting. It is designed for outdoor use and travel by horse, so you can be sure it will hold up to travel by plane, train, and bus!
Mountain Ridge Gear manufactures duffle bags of all sizes, shoulder travel bags, pannier bags, and yes, even bags designed to fit on horse or mule saddles.
Owner Eric Lynn explains in the video above about why and how he manufactures Mountain Ridge Gear in the USA.
Red Oxx
Montana’s Red Oxx was founded by a father-son duo who both served in the armed forces. Enlisting the help of a third veteran, they discovered a market in carrying bags like the Safari Beanos PR5.5 duffel. It’s large enough to be checked in at the airport as opposed to being a carry-on bag. Available in 13 color selections, it receives five-star reviews from over 90 happy customers.
Tom Bihn Travel Bags
Tom Bihn has a selection of made in USA travel bags of all sizes and styles. The Aeronaut style (pictured here) has 3 carry methods- duffle, backpack, or shoulder bag. The Aeronaut 45 is the larger size and it is the maximum carry-on size for most US domestic airlines.
Tom Bihn also has made in USA packing cubes which make it easier to pack efficiently and keep your clothes neat.
All Tom Bihn bags are made in Washington from globally sourced materials.
Best Duffel Bags for College
We've rounded up the best duffel bags for college Made in the USA. Whether you’re headed to the classroom, gym, or airport, these American-made duffle bags get an A+ for college student use. Keep reading to learn more and discover our USA Love List recommendations!
Travel Backpacks Made in the USA
Green Guru Gear
The Commuter 24L Roll Top Backpack is a top performer from Green Guru Gear. It is made from upcycled bicycle inner tubes and upcycled street sign scraps, making it very lightweight but durable. These great-looking backpacks are made in Colorado.
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North St. Bags
The Flanders Backpack, made by Portland, Oregon’s North St. Bags is a perfect size travel bag. It has a laptop compartment, accessory pockets, and a lower compartment that’s ideal for organizing cords. Made from heavy-duty duck canvas, it’s also waterproof.
Rickshaw Bags
Rickshaw Bags in San Francisco, California, offers this Sutro Backpack/Spencer Dwight “Digital Smoke” backpack. It’s a work of art and will make you the envy of all other backpack-carrying travelers. Rickshaw Bags offers free shipping on orders over $99.
Made in USA Backpacks & School Bags: Our Top Picks
No matter what they say, there ARE made in USA backpacks and school bags! We found a plethora of backpacks made in the USA for kids and adults. If you need a new one, this is a good opportunity to buy American and get a bag that will last.
Messenger Bags Made in America
Alchemy Goods
Alchemy Goods, located in Washington, makes its bags from recycled bicycle tubes, making them oh-so-strong. The Pike Messenger Bag is a medium-sized bag just big enough for an overnight stay. It has an interior divider and a zippered exterior pocket. It also has sturdy nylon straps and hardware.
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Parrott Canvas
Made in Greenville, North Carolina, Parrott Canvas offers numerous styles of travel bags. The bags are made with high-quality fabrics, zippers, and fasteners. You can add a monogram for a small additional fee. Parrott Canvas has been in business for over 30 years and began in the marine canvas trade, so the company knows how to make long-lasting products!
Have you visited our Made in USA Shopping District? It is the place to start your shopping when you want to find the best of American-made.
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I hope this trend will continue to grow, bringing more and better products to consumers!
Incredibly, Walmart sells luggage under the Ecotech Veer label that appears to be made in the US with domestic and foreign parts. Walmart still sells them on their website — almost seems too good to be true?
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Ecotech-20-inch-Upright-Hardside-Travel-Polycarbonate-Luggage-Brown/1540884037
Ecotech also has a website (www.Ecotech.world) , but it doesn’t seem like you can order the suitcases through there.
Worth checking out!
Thanks for the tip Junie! I will research Ecotech luggage.
InUSA is NOT made in America anymore. The company started with the mission of bringing manufacturing back to the USA but they have sold out. All their luggage is made in CHINA.
Thanks Tom. I removed InUSA from our list. They used to have a line of luggage that was assembled in the USA, but it looks like it is sold out.
I want to mention 2 more companies you can add. : https://coronadoleather.com/ : https://coronadoleather.com/collections/luggage : They make beautiful Luggage, leather clothing, handbags, wallets etc. in San Diego, CA. The other is Frank Clegg Leatherworks. https://frankcleggleatherworks.com/ These are both very nice High End products, and they Made in the USA with USA components when ever they can. Another interesting company that is very innovative, and makes their own Vegan Leather in the USA and will sell that to other companies including TESLA where her husband is the design chief. Originally all their products were Made in USA, but the scale they are at now has hesitated making about 1/2 of it in Italy. If it doesn’t clearly state that it is Made in Italy, than it is Made in the USA. : https://vonholzhausen.com/. I’m sure I know other brands, but got to go for now… Keep up the great WORK USALoveList.com
Thanks for the tip Junie! I will research Ecotech luggage.
Tom Bihn – http://www.tombihn.com
Per their website: “Made in Seattle, State of Washington, U.S.A., Third Planet from the Sun, with globally-sourced materials and fabric from Korea / Japan / U.S.A.”
Very high-quality bags. I own several & really like them.
Thank you! I added Tom Bihn to our list. 🙂
Love American made quality! I noticed you left out Club Glove, they’ve got luggage that’s built to last and have an awesome warranty!
Thanks Amanda! I added Club Glove to our list.
https://www.mountainridgegear.com
These guys are out of Colorado and make all their gear in the USA. Great products and great story.
One company not listed yet that I have loved for years is Best American Duffel, made in Seattle, WA. I’ve trucked these on trips around the world and they have held up to all of the wear and tear better than anything I’ve owned before. If you are good with a duffel-style bag, I definitely recommend BAD Bags!
Keith, thank you so much for your comment! We rely on our subscribers like you to help us whenever we miss a made in the USA product. We will be sure to update our list to include BADBags.