Although this viola case seemed very expensive to me and I have only had it for a very little time I am finding it making my life easier and getting my viola to different places simpler. The design is excellent with a spacious and well-planned interior with secure spaces for the viola, several bows, shoulder rest, rosin, metronome and tuner, pencils and spare strings. It took me some time to attach the rucksack straps but I managed and feel more confident that the instrument and all its bits and pieces are securely held in place on my back. I am an amateur musician in my 70s and live and play in central London so am often carrying it on buses and tube trains and in busy streets. I particularly like the rectangular shape with its detachable pocket to carry music. With my previous viola-shaped case my music got crumpled and damaged. Best of all it looks so good. So thank you, Gewa.