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Product guide

Readywares UB_1699 16-Inch Utility Bag

The Readywares UB_1699 utility bag is a 16-inch zippered canvas pouch for carrying tools and job gear. Its single-compartment layout favors straightforward storage over separated tool organization, while the listing describes its material as polycotton and water resistance as water resistant.

At a glance

A wide zipper opening and metal YKK zipper are described for loading and closing the bag.
The listing presents it for tools, hardware, cables and other gear, including hammer, wrench and mechanic-tool storage.
At 16 inches long, it is intended to stow on a shelf or in a truck cab.

Price

$27.99Save 20%

Reference price: ~~$34.99~~

Price checked: Nov 14, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Single-compartment layout keeps the contents together without a complex organizer structure.
The stated 16-inch length and 6-inch width and height provide a clear size reference before purchase.
The listing describes wax and water-resistant treatment on a cotton-polyester blend.

Cons

A single compartment offers no built-in separation for small tools or hardware.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Identity
Brand	Readywares
Model	UB_1699.

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	16"L x 6"W x 6"H
Weight listed	0.49 kg

Materials and protection
Material listed	Polycotton
Water resistance listed	Water Resistant
Color	Tan

Design and capacity
Compartments	1
Maximum weight recommendation	40 pounds

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing identifies the material as polycotton while its product title and feature text call it waxed canvas or a cotton/polyester blend. It also describes a waxed water-resistant coating, while the technical details only specify water resistance as “Water Resistant.” Confirm material and finish details if they are decisive.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

People seeking a compact, single-compartment bag for a small set of hand tools or cables.
DIYers and tradespeople who want a zippered canvas-style bag to stow in a vehicle or workshop.

Less suited to

Buyers who need multiple pockets or separate compartments to organize tools by type.
Anyone needing a verified waterproof bag rather than a listing-described water-resistant one.

Readywares UB_1699 16-Inch Utility Bag · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 353 ratings

5 stars84%84%
4 stars11%11%
3 stars4%4%
2 stars0%0%
1 star1%1%

Customer feedback highlights the bag’s design and construction, with mention of solid stitching and the metal YKK zipper. The heavy canvas and capacity are also praised, including a report that it held 15-foot and 30-foot 10-gauge cables, and some customers like its worn-in appearance. Those impressions fit its stated dimensions and zippered single compartment, though they do not establish a measured carrying capacity or resolve the listing’s inconsistent material descriptions. Aggregate ratings are mostly five-star, but ratings alone do not explain less-positive experiences.

Positive themes

Customers appreciate the design, stitching and metal zipper.
Customer feedback praises the capacity and appearance, including a worn-in look.

Frequently asked questions

How large is the Readywares UB_1699 bag?

The listed dimensions are 16 inches long by 6 inches wide by 6 inches high.

Does it have separate pockets?

The listed compartment count is one. The supplied product details do not specify internal pockets.

Is the bag waterproof?

The listing calls it water resistant, not waterproof. Its feature text describes a wax-treated coating, but the exact material and finish wording is inconsistent.

What can it carry?

The listing suggests tools, hardware, cables and job gear. It gives a maximum weight recommendation of 40 pounds.