I was hesitant to order this beauty but I'm glad I did after all. It is soooo light, I can't believe how comfortable it is to carry either on my back or by hand. The fabric, the construction is high quality. Yes, it is true that there are only two clasps to close it and they are fairly easy to switch open. Until I get used to handling it properly (and because I'm clumsy), I put an extra strap on the neck on the outside, which goes through under the handle, for extra protection. (I just bought a good sized dog collar, it's perfect. :D) I put the reeds and cork greese in a little bag in the horn, otherwise my mouthpiece and the neck sits perfectly in the suitable places inside. And the pattern is gorgeous!!!