After obsessing over this bag – but not being able to pull the trigger – I found another one I like:

Here’s bag #1 again, for reference:

Both of these share obvious qualities: similar color, gold hardware.

While not entirely visible, they both also have a zippered top opening and a slim silhouette, probably only 3-4″ deep.

I think I still like original bag #1 better, but still, I’m having pre-buyer’s remorse over the cost. Probably better to keep thinking about it.