Yeah, I agree that the painted leather kinda sucks for light colored cases. BUT, you have to figure in the drop protection that you get, customer service/support that is unrivaled, and for most part fit & finish (except for some cases that have corners pop out). Not sure about other 3rd party cases, but Apple leather cases have minimal dust/dirt ever gets to the back of the phone because of the tight fit and felt finish. So, that helps prevent self-induced scratches on the back glass or SS sides due to dirt/dust/etc.The case is good but the pigment-coated /painted leather is unacceptable to me on anything except black.
The price they charge for cheap corrected, painted leather is also bordering on ridiculous…at least $20 too high for what you get IMO.
Until Apple goes back with aniline leathers I’ll be looking to Andar and Bullstrap for a decent leather case. JMO