Agree. Also their warranty isn't all its cracked up to be from my experience. There are better options at better prices for sure.
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Leather Cases - Patina Proud Photos
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I have to go with what I got for the base iPhone 16. As far as I'm aware the only other option with a CC button that I know of is Ryan London.
Yeah I’m done with Bullstrap at that price point. Disrespectful and insane considering the competition.
I have the bullstrap with no cc button. I tried to contact bullstrap and they say they won't do a warranty swap but can give me 30% off. Apparently adding a button changes the whole product for them. Anyways, Idk what I will do. I really like the ocean color. Should I just stick with the cutout version? as 17's are only a 2-3 of months away..
Just to add some info about the this 30% off offer. It can't be tied with your existing reward points. So I calculated the total cost. It comes out to be whopping $120 plus the import and other taxes when it will reach my country. Feels like it's a greedy company. I will look elsewhere next time. Shame that they offer so many good colors but it's definitely not worth the price imo.
I did see the case but I want something similar to the ocean blue of bullstrap or dark cherry/bourbon sorta color
Oh, yep, I think they should add at least a navy/ ocean type of color. That would nice
Here are some pics of my bullstrap ocean, been using since February.
Edit: Removed pics as I don't want to support this company anymore and would suggest the same to others. There are alternatives available with same or maybe even better quality. I think their lifetime warranty is a very sneaky way to inflate up the prices.
Quite honestly, the leather didn't even patina that well also. idk what it is but the old apple leather saddle brown had the best patina and bullstrap's patina on my Sienna and ocean were not good to say the least. I wonder how many people actually buy their products anymore? Feels like a Highway Robbery to me at that price. Can't wait for the 17 series so I can switch to some other brand.
Edit: Removed pics as I don't want to support this company anymore and would suggest the same to others. There are alternatives available with same or maybe even better quality. I think their lifetime warranty is a very sneaky way to inflate up the prices.
Quite honestly, the leather didn't even patina that well also. idk what it is but the old apple leather saddle brown had the best patina and bullstrap's patina on my Sienna and ocean were not good to say the least. I wonder how many people actually buy their products anymore? Feels like a Highway Robbery to me at that price. Can't wait for the 17 series so I can switch to some other brand.
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YMW, Omega and others on Ali Express have leather options with CC button too.
Likely the same manufacturers of all of the above’s leather cases
Wow they said originally that people could use their warranty swap to upgrade and just pay shipping. Harsh!
I've dealt with Bullstrap's warranty a few times and mainly had positive experiences. I'm still on the 15 Pro but not sure I'll cough up $90 again for one of their cases. The peace of mind of having their warranty is nice, but not $90 nice.
I mainly use closed-bottom cases and aside from LuckyCoin, I've yet to find one I like as much as Bullstrap's revised closed-bottom one. I wish Ryan London's closed-bottom case matched the style of their OB case the way Bullstrap's does. Not a huge fan of the metal camera rings and the waxy-like coating they put on it.
I mainly use closed-bottom cases and aside from LuckyCoin, I've yet to find one I like as much as Bullstrap's revised closed-bottom one. I wish Ryan London's closed-bottom case matched the style of their OB case the way Bullstrap's does. Not a huge fan of the metal camera rings and the waxy-like coating they put on it.
Have you tried pushing the buttons out from inside the case? Working them a little bit has helped me with tactility in a few cases over the years.
I’ve had a Bullstrap Ocean since a couple woks after I got my 15PM and had it replaced through warranty twice. It’s nice but it sticks having to pay shipping. Overall though, I think the warranty is worth it especially if you plan on sticking with one case.
That said, I agree that the patina is not good. I do love the feel of the case though; it’s got a little bit of squish on the sides when you squeeze, which makes it feel premium and substantial, IMO.
Luckycoin open bottom for my 15 arrived today. It’s slightly thicker than the closed bottom version but not enough to bother me any. The fit is exactly like the BS especially with the slightly flared sides around the buttons to make them more flush. Nice all leather camera bump too. Ita good to be back in a Luckycoin again. Leather is a bit dry out the box but so was the last one I had and it only took a few days for that to improve. So far very pleased.
RL on the little SE3, 15 months old and I like the feel of this leather.
When did they start doing one for the regular 16? Must have been recent because I've never seen it before.
For anyone interested, Andar is adding more colors with the CC button today
It started out a very light tan but over time it has darkened to what it is now.
This feels like the OG apple leather case, looks so cool, reminds me of my iPhone X in that saddle brown 😭. I think the rounded edges also helps with that rich patina.
I agree. Rounded edges produced far nicer patina than the square edges.
Dammit that red is tempting but I'm not sure if I'll be keeping this phone or upgrading in a few months. Really liking my camel tan so far, for somebody that never uses cases.