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Leather Cases - Patina Proud Photos
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You cannot use water on leather, it will be ruined instantly.
You can use a good quality leather cleaner and a conditioner to apply, but certainly don’t do it too often and if you think you will want to do it often, then a leather case might not be for you.
Despite being a huge fan of being caseless, I still can’t understand why Apple discontinued Leather Case: with all the defects that they have since 12 series, they are awesome in hand when you want a case.
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I miss their leather cases so much. Nothing compares to the look, fit, and feel of those cases, imo.
DEAL ALERT 🚨
This week, I stumbled upon a leather iPhone 16PM case by Ridged at TJX. Since it’s only $13 each, this is an excellent opportunity for my iPhone 16 Pro Max users who are seeking leather cases.
Hope they have this option for other models.
This week, I stumbled upon a leather iPhone 16PM case by Ridged at TJX. Since it’s only $13 each, this is an excellent opportunity for my iPhone 16 Pro Max users who are seeking leather cases.
Hope they have this option for other models.
Anyone have a quick run down on the differences between Andar and Ryan London cases with CC button?
As an update on my cases: I have a Bullstrap in Terra, an Andar in Navy, and two Luckycoins: black and dark brown. The Bullstrap has fared the worst, unfortunately. Despite being quite careful, somehow I have managed to get major water damage to the Bullstrap - got a replacement under their cosmetic replacement program, and then that one has suffered additional water damage. The first time was my fault - I put it in a compartment in my car that I didn't realize had a small amount of water sitting in it from a minor spill. The second time? I have no idea where it picked it up.
None of my other cases even have a dot of water damage, but the bullstraps seem to show it if you get a speck of water on it even for a very short time. Both the Andar and Luckycoin cases are aging beautifully, and feel fantastic. This is my third Andar case (one for each of three phones over the years) and all have held up beautifully. I think the leather conditioning they do just makes it more durable than what Bullstrap does. What I'm most surprised about is how well the LC cases also seem to hold up so well. Bullstrap having a replacement program does make the cost somewhat bearable, but honestly, this will likely be my last Bullstrap case.
None of my other cases even have a dot of water damage, but the bullstraps seem to show it if you get a speck of water on it even for a very short time. Both the Andar and Luckycoin cases are aging beautifully, and feel fantastic. This is my third Andar case (one for each of three phones over the years) and all have held up beautifully. I think the leather conditioning they do just makes it more durable than what Bullstrap does. What I'm most surprised about is how well the LC cases also seem to hold up so well. Bullstrap having a replacement program does make the cost somewhat bearable, but honestly, this will likely be my last Bullstrap case.
I had a Ryan London case from the first batch and while the leather quality was better i was disappointed with the fit. There were gaps and the corners were not even around the edges. I’ve been very happy with my Andar case.
I have a closed bottom Ryan London with CC button, i have a lot of the same issues you pointed out. A couple of the corners don’t sit flush, and the leather strip above the charging port is arched. Love the quality of the leather but the fit leaves something to be desired
when I was getting my 14 Pro Max, I asked about the leather cases since I didn't see any. I was told in store that they stopped making them for environmental reasons. They won't be coming back.
My Bullstrap has been great. A corner wore off from me dropping it, and they sent me a brand new case for free. Regarding the above post about water damage, that hasn't been my experience at all. I often pick it up with wet hands from the shower, and it's totally fine. If you're leaving it in a pool of water and waterlogging it, well that's kinda your own fault. After it gets the patina over a year's time or so, no liquid/oil really makes any viewable damage to it.
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For a patina proud thread there is a serious lack of patina photos. So I'll post an update in hopes it gets you all doing the same. Here is my Luckycoin open bottom at 70 days. I love it. I had the closed bottom before and I think the open bottom is aging even nicer.
Torro have released their leather cases for the 17 line up… with camera button too.
I've been out of the loop on this thread for the past 2 years. Is Andar still the best leather case, or are there equivalent alternatives that have popped up?
Haven’t had one but consensus seems to be LuckyCoin is the best for the price.
I agree. I’ve had all the big brands except for Ryan London and Luckycoin is my fav.