Leather Cases - Patina Proud Photos

[natertots_]

Andar came in yesterday and spent the day with it today. Really liking the camel tan and can’t wait for it to start showing some wear. Leather smell hits you in the face when you first open it, super strong. Buttons are great and the fit is perfect. It’s similar to the Apple one, just slightly bulkier. Might have to order another. I think I prefer this one over the bullstrap just for the closed bottom, but the bullstrap feels a bit better in hand. Will definitely be rotating them.

 

[Brooke795]

Andar came in yesterday and spent the day with it today. Really liking the camel tan and can’t wait for it to start showing some wear. Leather smell hits you in the face when you first open it, super strong. Buttons are great and the fit is perfect. It’s similar to the Apple one, just slightly bulkier. Might have to order another. I think I prefer this one over the bullstrap just for the closed bottom, but the bullstrap feels a bit better in hand. Will definitely be rotating them.

People need to flood bullstrap with the need for closed bottom. They really should close it. They’re missing some sales(not all) by not having a version closed at the bottom

 

[IconIc215]

Andar came in yesterday and spent the day with it today. Really liking the camel tan and can’t wait for it to start showing some wear. Leather smell hits you in the face when you first open it, super strong. Buttons are great and the fit is perfect. It’s similar to the Apple one, just slightly bulkier. Might have to order another. I think I prefer this one over the bullstrap just for the closed bottom, but the bullstrap feels a bit better in hand. Will definitely be rotating them.

I find myself having the Bullstrap on the longest as I rotate cases. I have the Andar as well, but haven't used that in a long time. Its a great option for sure but open bottom cases aren't a deal breaker for me. I also picked up another Apple leather Ink case about a week and a half ago and already sent it back for return. While I love the fit and feel, I wasn't happy with the way the leather was feeling on that after getting some use.

 

[s2k_ap1]

People need to flood bullstrap with the need for closed bottom. They really should close it. They’re missing some sales(not all) by not having a version closed at the bottom

I’ve flooded them many times, but their answer never changes. It would be the perfect case if they closed the bottom

 

[DR3MCLAREN]

I guess I'm in the minority here but I actually quite like the open bottom. I find it more comfortable and the swiping is better. But hey, I'm just one guy. Be nice if they offered both options but that's unlikely to happen.

 

[Brooke795]

Yeah I’d like to see both personally but I don’t think that’s economical for them. But yeah it sure would be the perfect case If the bottom was closed. Maybe one day!

 

[iFone88]

People need to flood bullstrap with the need for closed bottom. They really should close it. They’re missing some sales(not all) by not having a version closed at the bottom

I’ve flooded them many times, but their answer never changes. It would be the perfect case if they closed the bottom

I’m sure they will as soon as they find a Chinese supplier to buy the cases off and then sell on at a massive premium

 

[IconIc215]

I guess I'm in the minority here but I actually quite like the open bottom. I find it more comfortable and the swiping is better. But hey, I'm just one guy. Be nice if they offered both options but that's unlikely to happen.

I am with you there.

 

[FrankMartyMcFly]

If you’re within a 12h drive of Montreal… I need one of these cats!

We have five and lost one to cancer.

My daughter loves them all and they love her back.

Her favourite is our Himalayan named Arwen.

 

[Brooke795]

If you’re within a 12h drive of Montreal… I need one of these cats!

We have five and lost one to cancer.

My daughter loves them all and they love her back.

Her favourite is our Himalayan named Arwen.

Lol if you’re talking to me I’m located in San Diego! I do have a five week old kitten almost ready to go to her furever home in a few weeks!

 

[Knowlege Bomb]

Found a new home for my iPhone 8 leather case. It’s with a coworker so I get to watch it continue to age. 👍🏻

 

[Brooke795]

I guess I'm in the minority here but I actually quite like the open bottom. I find it more comfortable and the swiping is better. But hey, I'm just one guy. Be nice if they offered both options but that's unlikely to happen.

I think the open bottom was fine when the phones were rounded in form factor. Now it’s squared off I think it’s more likely to show scratches because of the surface area. I had issues with scratching (micro) with my 12 pro max with open bottom cases. And I baby mine so much but it comes to a point where you’d have to stop using the phone to keep it pristine if parts are exposed (which don’t need to be exposed). Which defeats the purpose of having the phone lol

 

[reeneebob]

I guess I'm in the minority here but I actually quite like the open bottom. I find it more comfortable and the swiping is better. But hey, I'm just one guy. Be nice if they offered both options but that's unlikely to happen.

I have always preferred open bottom.

 

[MikeTheBohunk]

So, I switched to the iPhone 14 Pro a few weeks back. Here’s a comparison of its current case with the one I had on the 13 Pro; curious to see how it‘ll age.
Interestingly, it looks like the predecessor’s golden brown case had started to turn umber before the umber case itself existed. 🥸

 

[iFone88]

So, I switched to the iPhone 14 Pro a few weeks back. Here’s a comparison of its current case with the one I had on the 13 Pro; curious to see how it‘ll age.
Interestingly, it looks like the predecessor’s golden brown case had started to turn umber before the umber case itself existed. 🥸

First time I have really really liked the look of the umber case

 

[Brooke795]

First time I have really really liked the look of the umber case

I like it too.. but on the darker iPhones. It doesn’t have the same effect with the silver imo

 

[MikeTheBohunk]

Agreed. The golden brown case was more of an acquired taste; it lacked the overall subtlety of leather brown cases, but it grew on me as it started to develop the patina on its edges. The darker umber case has worked for me since day one, though, especially combined with the pretty-much black lens area of the space black 14 Pro. The saddle brown version still rules, but I don’t miss it so much now.

Now the umber’s edges are starting to darken, as well; but it‘s too early and the camera would probably not pick it up, it’s barely visible with the naked eye. Guess I’ll come again with more photos in a couple of months. ^^

 

[TieMoe]

still very happy with the original apple leather case + wallet. it feels very comfortable, the leather is smooth in hand and has developed a nice patina. I'm very satisfied and will use this combination for a long time.

 

[Brooke795]

still very happy with the original apple leather case + wallet. it feels very comfortable, the leather is smooth in hand and has developed a nice patina. I'm very satisfied and will use this combination for a long time.

I just LOVE the midnight and silver combo. It’s definitely my favorite (it’s the combo I have as well) 🥰

 

[86Hawkeye]

still very happy with the original apple leather case + wallet. it feels very comfortable, the leather is smooth in hand and has developed a nice patina. I'm very satisfied and will use this combination for a long time.

Is that case black or navy?

 

[TieMoe]

Is that case black or navy?

Apple calls it „midnight“, a very dark blue.

 

[86Hawkeye]

Double ink.

Case nearly three weeks, wallet nearly two weeks. Wallet hasn’t spent much time on the phone
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I just ordered the ink case for deep purple 14 pro. I already had the black wallet, but it's hardly ever on the phone. Still workable though if I want to attach it though.

 

[Theoner1]

Have all the popular leather cases for my 14 PM but not the official Apple.

Don’t know why I’ve waited so long. This case feels great it’s thin and clicky buttons and goes with my ocean midnight AWU band. I’m impressed.

 

[Brooke795]

Have all the popular leather cases for my 14 PM but not the official Apple.

Don’t know why I’ve waited so long. This case feels great it’s thin and clicky buttons and goes with my ocean midnight AWU band. I’m impressed.

Looks like perfection to me!

 

[Metrosey]

Looking to replace my iPhone 12 Pro Max Apple leather case as the quality was questionable. Would anyone have any recommendations for Shell Cordovan or Kudu leather cases? If not, some leather cases made in the US, UK, or Europe? Bandwerk appears to be made in Europe, so is an option, but has anyone here used them?

Sadly the place I got my Apple Watch shell strap doesn’t sell iPhone cases.