Looking for cheap $25 - $50 range 13" sleeve

iNeedToDoHw · Jul 22, 2011

http://www.hardgraft.com/products/xiimacbooksleeve-heritage
I really like this style of sleeve, using wool, but this alone is $100.

Does anyone have similar style with a resonable price?

Thanks in advance

Mandork · Jul 22, 2011

http://www.dealextreme.com/p/genuin...her-case-bag-for-13-3-macbook-air-black-91233

neo2021 · Jul 22, 2011

Check amazon...plenty of them available

I personally bought rooCase because it also had a pocket to hold the charger..has amazing reviews as well

http://www.amazon.com/rooCASE-Neopr...3Z3M/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1311360371&sr=8-9

Duke15 · Jul 22, 2011

Ya i really like the hardgraft one as well...but i agree its too expensive, i did some searching and here are the ones ive found. Note that most of them are customizable so if you want it to be vertical or horizantal or different color all you have to do is ask them. I did and they said no problem.

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If you decide on one let me know, im still debating which to get myself

iNeedToDoHw · Jul 23, 2011

Duke15 said:
Ya i really like the hardgraft one as well...but i agree its too expensive, i did some searching and here are the ones ive found. Note that most of them are customizable so if you want it to be vertical or horizantal or different color all you have to do is ask them. I did and they said no problem.

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If you decide on one let me know, im still debating which to get myself

This site is ridiculous because it charges close to 20% tax and I have to pay for the shipping... I live in US...
http://www.ferutobags.com/osc/catalog/index.php?cPath=96_98&sort=2a&page=3

This one looks the best, but still +shipping&tax = $63
I've never payed this much for a case haha
http://www.byrdandbelle.com/product/13-mackbook-air-sleeve-gray-wool-felt-and-brown-leather

Obscurelight · Jul 23, 2011

I know this is out of your price range but I think it's pretty cool like the gaft one

http://twelvesouth.com/products/BookBook_for_Air/

It's said to be hardcover with leather but it actually smells and feels like leather(cuz everything apparently is called leather these days even the $10 rubbery leather-like ones).

iNeedToDoHw · Jul 23, 2011

Obscurelight said:
I know this is out of your price range but I think it's pretty cool like the gaft one

http://twelvesouth.com/products/BookBook_for_Air/

It's said to be hardcover with leather but it actually smells and feels like leather(cuz everything apparently is called leather these days even the $10 rubbery leather-like ones).

I personally am not a fan of that design.
I don't like the zipper that goes around the laptop when it's open, the elastic that attaches the cover to the screen, and i just feel like i'll get tired of the design quick.
Also, it takes away the trademark of air (the pointy edge) since it's covered by the cover...

I want a simple sleeve design that'll outlast time

onthecouchagain · Jul 23, 2011

Yo: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004LWN3R0/ref=ox_ya_os_product

More pics here: http://www.speckproducts.com/pixelsleeve-macbook-air-sleeve-13-black.html

h00ligan · Jul 23, 2011

onthecouchagain said:
Yo: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004LWN3R0/ref=ox_ya_os_product

More pics here: http://www.speckproducts.com/pixelsleeve-macbook-air-sleeve-13-black.html

You can buy the equivalent of that via eBay for <$10. Fwiw

kwajkat · Jul 23, 2011

Have you considered the Grid it sleeve by Cocoon?

http://www.cocooninnovations.com/product_info.php?cat_id=72&product_id=230

It is specifically designed for the 11 and also for the 13 inch Mac Airs. It is neoprene and has the grid it side on it it to hold charger, hd etc. Just a thought.

ghsDUDE · Jul 23, 2011

I can't fathom how so many people want a "nice" looking case and spend $100+ on them...I got this black G Form case for my 11.

Supposedly it's indestructible material.

jsan1 · Jul 23, 2011

Get a RadTech sleeve! You should google radtech coupons, you might be able to get free shipping or a percentage off. GL!

iNeedToDoHw · Jul 24, 2011

kwajkat said:
Have you considered the Grid it sleeve by Cocoon?

http://www.cocooninnovations.com/product_info.php?cat_id=72&product_id=230

It is specifically designed for the 11 and also for the 13 inch Mac Airs. It is neoprene and has the grid it side on it it to hold charger, hd etc. Just a thought.

that case looks very efficient and neat, but that's just not for me

clyde2801 · Jul 24, 2011

Picked up a black 13" zippered sleeve just now from TJMaxx for $8.00.

clyde2801 · Jul 24, 2011

Oh, and I think best buy has some sort of a 13" soft case on sale for $15.00 this week.

Duke15 · Jul 24, 2011

iNeedToDoHw said:
This site is ridiculous because it charges close to 20% tax and I have to pay for the shipping... I live in US...
http://www.ferutobags.com/osc/catalog/index.php?cPath=96_98&sort=2a&page=3

This one looks the best, but still +shipping&tax = $63
I've never payed this much for a case haha
http://www.byrdandbelle.com/product/13-mackbook-air-sleeve-gray-wool-felt-and-brown-leather

Tax is already included in the price

optmi · Jul 25, 2011

Felt Sleeve

Check out untype.com. I bought their sleeve for my 13 and it's perfect for my needs. Get the charcoal one with the leather strap. I think they have a cheaper version without the leather strap if that's what you're after.

www.untype.com

Duke15 · Jul 25, 2011

optmi said:
Check out untype.com. I bought their sleeve for my 13 and it's perfect for my needs. Get the charcoal one with the leather strap. I think they have a cheaper version without the leather strap if that's what you're after.

www.untype.com

Can you post pictures?

Gemütlichkeit · Jul 25, 2011

I picked up a leather portfolio briefcase for mine. thin yet it can hold the power brick and some accessories/pens/paper. $50 on ebay (used)

optmi · Jul 25, 2011

Duke15 said:
Can you post pictures?

@ Duke,

Sorry, I keep meaning to do a review of the sleeve but things have been very busy. I'll try to sit down and do one tonight with pictures. I bought the black merino wool with leather strap 13 incher. I'm at work so I can't take a pic with my phone but here's the photos from their website. There are other colors but I prefer the black with the silver of the air.

They have this one which is cheaper and seems to have a felt strap instead of the leather one:

iNeedToDoHw · Jul 25, 2011

optmi said:
@ Duke,

Sorry, I keep meaning to do a review of the sleeve but things have been very busy. I'll try to sit down and do one tonight with pictures. I bought the black merino wool with leather strap 13 incher. I'm at work so I can't take a pic with my phone but here's the photos from their website. There are other colors but I prefer the black with the silver of the air.

that looks awesome, but it's still on the pricier side...

leetoburrito · Jul 25, 2011

I've purchased Hard Graft products in the past, but I honestly can't say it's anywhere near worth the money. The wool tends to pill and gets really messy under normal use.

I would go with the Acme Made Skinny Sleeve. The thing adds very little bulk to the laptop and it's really easy to take the computer in and out.

http://store.apple.com/us/product/H4737VC/A?mco=MTY3ODQ5OTY

iNeedToDoHw · Jul 25, 2011

leetoburrito said:
I've purchased Hard Graft products in the past, but I honestly can't say it's anywhere near worth the money. The wool tends to pill and gets really messy under normal use.

I would go with the Acme Made Skinny Sleeve. The thing adds very little bulk to the laptop and it's really easy to take the computer in and out.

http://store.apple.com/us/product/H4737VC/A?mco=MTY3ODQ5OTY

That's one thing i was worried about the wool sleeve... now you mention it, i should avoid them since they cost so much!!!

Acme looks nice

CLWelch · Jul 25, 2011

If you do decide to go with the wool, check Etsy.

blowabs · Jul 26, 2011

Here ya go boys:
http://www.radtech.us/Products/stm-jacket-ipad-bag.aspx
(...in black/green....mine is coming morra..

I also have this ....So Sano:
http://www.radtech.us/Products/NotebookScreenSavrz.aspx
(in silver/grey)

And this too:
http://www.radtech.us/Products/SleevzNotebooks.aspx
(.in black ...of course

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