Boat and Tote Bag - Large
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Why we picked it
Heavy-duty canvas made in Maine since the 1940s
The L.L.Bean Boat and Tote has been sewn in Brunswick, Maine since the 1940s from heavy duty canvas that only gets better with age. The double layer bottom and reinforced handles carry absurd amounts of weight without tearing. These bags are famous for lasting 20-30 years of daily grocery runs, beach trips, and everything in between.
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Community & Review Summary
7,890 Amazon reviews
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Total mentions (400 positive)
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Price History
Above AverageTracking since Oct 1, 2025.
Lowest
$16.99
May 24
Average
$31.36
Highest
$39.95
Oct 1
Pros & Cons from Reviews
Pros
- +Heavy-duty canvas made in Maine since the 1940s
- +Double-layer reinforced bottom
- +Gets softer and better looking with age
- +Reinforced handles carry extreme weight
- +Customizable with monogramming
- +L.L.Bean satisfaction guarantee
Cons
- -Heavy empty due to thick canvas
- -Not water resistant
- -Limited closure options on standard model
- -Canvas can stain without treatment
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Warranty & Returns
Warranty
Satisfaction guarantee: if you are not 100% satisfied within one year of purchase, return it for a refund.
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