Rep kits, Flash Bags, and optical travel solutions trusted by eyewear brands and reps worldwide — made in the USA since 1971.
Bates Optical bags are where our story began. For over 50 years, we’ve manufactured durable, American-made eyewear frame bags and optical sample bags trusted by reps and optical brands worldwide.
From the very beginning, our bags have been shaped by real-world feedback from eyewear professionals. Decades of direct collaboration with reps have helped us refine layouts, improve durability, and create transport systems built for daily field use.
Every Bates bag is proudly manufactured in California using rugged materials and field-tested construction designed for long-term performance.
Explore Our Optical Bag Systems
Over decades of working directly with eyewear professionals, we’ve developed three distinct bag categories — each engineered for a different style of travel.
Inspire: Lightweight shoulder frame bags for daily routes and streamlined sample kits.
Travelrite: Rolling frame bags designed for heavier loads and extended travel.
Boost Systems: Expandable modular systems for multi-line reps and maximum capacity.
We also offer fully custom bag solutions built around your trays, travel style, and brand requirements.
Need Trays For Your Bag?
Shop our Made In The USA trays specifically designed to accompany your Bates Signature Sample Bag. Choose the type and amount of frames you would like to carry, and never worry about your presentation again!