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Bullstrap Dune is almost here. The wait for me is almost over. Comparing pictures of the RyanLondon and Bullstrap will follow. 
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Got an Apple saddle brown leather case on discount a few months ago for my iPhone 12 for 20€ instead of 69€. Like many, I didn't like how it was turning out. Decided to get rid of the coating (used pure ethanol, it was quite fast) and then treated it with coconut oil a couple of times. Quite happy about how it turned out, especially for that price.
Here it is. The Bullstrap Dune, ordered in september, send in oktober 30, today (18 November) arrived by mail.
The pull strap package is nicer than RyanLondon‘s package. For now I prefer the RL case. Better leather feeling. Bullstrap feels more dryer. But this will change over time. Inside material from RL better more velvet like. Bullstrap feels more like cork on the inside. RL smelled like old saddle leather. Bullstrap smells like shoe leather. Just slightly different. Both smell nice nevertheless. Buttons feel exactly the same.
Good to have the choice to switch between the Brown RL, Beige Bullstrap and Green Apple cases. I like to fit my case to
my clothing. (yes, something is wrong with me
) Will I buy Bullstrap again? Probably not. Quite a high price (especially considering import duty costs). While others also are good if not better quality.
Here are some pictures
The pull strap package is nicer than RyanLondon‘s package. For now I prefer the RL case. Better leather feeling. Bullstrap feels more dryer. But this will change over time. Inside material from RL better more velvet like. Bullstrap feels more like cork on the inside. RL smelled like old saddle leather. Bullstrap smells like shoe leather. Just slightly different. Both smell nice nevertheless. Buttons feel exactly the same.
Good to have the choice to switch between the Brown RL, Beige Bullstrap and Green Apple cases. I like to fit my case to
my clothing. (yes, something is wrong with me
) Will I buy Bullstrap again? Probably not. Quite a high price (especially considering import duty costs). While others also are good if not better quality.Here are some pictures
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I do like thar Dune colour... Cannot justify their prices though
I totally understand.
Total amount was €112,- including import costs for the Dune Bullstrap. (US to Netherlands)
RyanLondon was €62,- including import costs for the saddle brown. (UK to Netherlands)
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Have not spent much time with it yet as I did not get to put it on until later last night. So far though, loving it! Has that nice leather smell that you do not find with Apple leather case which I have been using for the most part since day one. It feels a bit smooth at the moment since it is fresh out the wrapping paper. Looking forward to that changing and getting better grip.
I like the look of that brown RL you have. I ordered myself a black one that just arrived yesterday. Now you make me want to get a brown one lol!Here it is. The Bullstrap Dune, ordered in september, send in oktober 30, today (18 November) arrived by mail.
The pull strap package is nicer than RyanLondon‘s package. For now I prefer the RL case. Better leather feeling. Bullstrap feels more dryer. But this will change over time. Inside material from RL better more velvet like. Bullstrap feels more like cork on the inside. RL smelled like old saddle leather. Bullstrap smells like shoe leather. Just slightly different. Both smell nice nevertheless. Buttons feel exactly the same.
Good to have the choice to switch between the Brown RL, Beige Bullstrap and Green Apple cases. I like to fit my case to
my clothing. (yes, something is wrong with me
Here are some pictures
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Are You sure about "Wilkens"? I have only found "Wilken Cases – American owned and operated".
I have also done some research about their cases and found few negative opinions (for example about very weak MagSafe magnet), price is also lower so probably not real competitor to RL and BS. It will be nice if somebody will be able to compare them tho.
No not sure. Could also be another name. They have a W as symbol on the back of the case.
I think you mean Wiiuka https://wiiuka.de
I ordered one for my 13 mini, I'll post some pics once received.
Is it noticeably better than the first batch of the ones manufactured by the bad supplier?
Nice! I wish I could even get a response from them about mine. I emailed them days ago and nothing still. How long from the shipping date to your house?
Wow you still didn’t hear anything! That’s sh$%ty on their end. Mine is scheduled for delivery Monday and cannot wait to be done with this nonsense.
I'm chatting with them now. They gave me a 20% discount and that is the holdup apparently. I canceled.
I'm extremely annoyed. I'm now waiting again for them to email me. I don't understand why they have a chat function if those people are unable to do anything.