I wish I had the guts to do this haha. I’m probably going to end up getting a frosted clear case so I don’t have to worry about fingerprints but still get to see the color of my phone.
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Leather Cases - Patina Proud Photos
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I’m heading to this direction. Been using my Pitaka Air most of this year. Got a dbrand skin coming next week. I wanna go nekkid with my 13 pm. Good idea with wallet.
I ended up caseless most of the time with al my recents iPhone (6, 7, 8 plus, X, 12 mini). Wallet add a little bit of grip during one hand use, in my opinion. At the same time, magsafe magnets of 14 PM seems to me weak compared with magnets of 12 mini.
It’s pretty but unfortunately the power button is weird and a little mushy. Not clicky like my other two. So this model will be going back unfortunately. It’s pretty tho!!
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Seems like more members on here are liking the Apple leather cases. I will admit that thin profile and grip always has me switching back
I think that if you are looking for something with great fit, good looking and good grip, Apple cases (leather and silicone) are the best option. It’s a mess that they are soo prone to damage, wear and tear.
For me leather's best quality is being able to age beautifully which Apple cases have not done in years. Fit and feel are important but at these prices I want beauty too.
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Just got my 14 pro max over the weekend, went to Android for about 6 months and while it was an okay phone, I am happy to be back. Of course the only appropriate thing to do was purchase way too many expensive leather cases. First two arrived the other day, bullstrap dune and Apple leather midnight.
The Andar camel tan is arriving tomorrow. I also had an Apple ink, but had to return because it was obviously someone’s old case they just placed in the box. Might go with orange for something bright since I already have the dark covered with the midnight. Really dig both of the cases so far, can’t wait for the bullstrap to start getting that worn look. The Apple I mainly like for the fit and feel.
The last pic (bad quality I know) is of how the “new” Apple ink arrived from Amazon.
The Andar camel tan is arriving tomorrow. I also had an Apple ink, but had to return because it was obviously someone’s old case they just placed in the box. Might go with orange for something bright since I already have the dark covered with the midnight. Really dig both of the cases so far, can’t wait for the bullstrap to start getting that worn look. The Apple I mainly like for the fit and feel.
The last pic (bad quality I know) is of how the “new” Apple ink arrived from Amazon.
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Ink is my awesome. Just due to the rich saturation of color. It’s still dark enough to pass for black in a lot of lighting.
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Glad to have you back!
Let me know how the Andar one is! I've been thinking about getting one of their Aspen cases.
The Aspen cases are awesome a little bulkier than Apples, but offer better protection and will patina beautifully over time. The only down side is the metal camera ring can start to chip away over time.
Ahh the chipping is what I was afraid of. I wonder if I could just get some black paint or a black marker and go over the spots that have chipped, if it does happen.
That definitely does suck but I think I’ll still go for it. I’m debating between the navy and camel tan for my space black phone
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I’d go camel tan. Their navy has quite a bit of green in it just like bullstraps ocean color. But the camel tan is so nice. And the patina is going to be awesome.
Agree…but one person‘s beauty is another one’s damage. I bet a lot of people didn’t like “old patina” so Apple went with a more stable finish.
Can’t seem to find this issue in any light. Looks beautiful at every angle!
I used a Sharpie when I was using Andar. It looked good but you could see it when the light hit it so not a great solution.
Hmmmm I guess I’ll just be extra careful with the camera bump area. I know Andar is really good with replacements and warranty so that’s nice if it does get really bad at any point.
I own both but honest opinion which looks better with silver? Ink or midnight? I’m having option anxiety lol my friend says ink. My son says midnight. My husband is too busy to reply lol #firstworldissues
Edit:hubby says midnight
Edit:hubby says midnight
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Both look good but my vote is for midnight! I love the darker blue/black shade.
My vote is ink. But that's only because I don't like black leather. The Midnight is too close to black for me personally.
Think I’m gonna switch it on lunch break lol I love it too. Kinda miss the darker! Plus it pairs well with pink 🤩
This is the exact reason why I only let myself have one nice case at a time. ha ha