The other main difference is that the 1.S has one front access slot and a smart-pull tab inside to reduce bulk. They’re relatively small tweaks, but they do add up to make the wallet feel unique despite any comparisons. Here’s a side view to give you a better idea of how the trapdoors fold down from the center of the Bellroy Flip Case wallet. Note: This wallet provides RFID protection, so yay. The Nodus range of wallets is built with innovation and quality in mind. My personal favorite has always been the Nodus Compact Wallet that is incredibly well designed to accommodate huge amounts of cash, cards, keys, and coins all within a wallet that measures not that much larger than a typical credit/debit card. Other features very much present in Nodus’ range include RFID shielding, Micro Suction (in their phone cases), and even magnets in some cases. Both compartments are lined with soft fabric that makes sliding cards and bills out smooth—mostly. There was some difficulty getting cards out of the rear compartment. We can break down the cause of the difficulty into two things: the Flip Case’s outer ridge and the rigid nature of a hardshell case.

Much like Bellroy, Status Anxiety also practices in providing sustainability to their wallet range. The manufacturers have chosen my Staus Anxiety are all family-run businesses that have fair working conditions and strict environmental controls for sourcing their leather. One of the main reasons why I included Status Anxiety in this list is they produce a great range of leather wallets made from high-quality materials. Each wallet has a very clean and minimalist appearance with a huge variety to choose from including slim cardholders and larger bi-fold style wallets. My favorite in their collection is their ‘Magic’ Wallet which is highly innovative in the way it allows for access to cash and cards. Although the stated capacity of the wallet is 8 cards, it depends on the type of card. If you use cards that are smooth, 8 is the correct number, but if your cards have embossed numbers and/or text, The wallet won’t hold as many. So that’s just something to keep in mind.Capacity: 8 card slots, outside ID slot with thumb hole, removeable money clip for several cash bills The Vaultskin Manhattan Card Walle t is an elegant, Bellroy alternative that’s not to be missed out on. It has all the finishes and intentional touches you expect in a Vaultskin offering. These include fantastic RFID protection, supple top-grain Italian leather, and a sleek design that effortlessly balances form and function. Nodus Wallet’s are a brand I’ve been familiar with for years but one I know very little about. Although they don’t share any information about their brand I’ve always been fascinated with their range of wallets and the unique appearance and texture of their wallet’s leather. If you look closely at each wallet you can clearly see what can only be described as grainy with a unique patternation. Nodus also follow the Bellroy path, and although not as thorough, design and manufacture each of their products to the highest degree from ethically sourced leather from a famed tannery in Florence, Italy. The newly released Flip Case from Bellroy is currently their only hard-sided wallet. The wallet is of a good size, the color of this one is Toffee, and from a close look at the construction, it has no apparent sewing, which is obvious, as it is a plastic mold, with some leather applied, pretty simple in its functionality. if you want to see all the features and how many cards and cash it can hold, please watch the video)

In the world of wallets, hardshell cases have their own characteristics that make them appealing. A good example of this is Bellroy’s Flip Case. It has its own ups and downs compared to more typical wallets that are “soft” and made mostly out of woven fabrics. As more often is the case with Bellroy products, the styling on this wallet is on point, but what are the pitfalls to look out for? Materials & Aesthetic Bellroy seems to be always trying new wallet designs, which is insightful and shows their innovative nature as they are always tinkering with matters related to wallets, trying to find new one’s that work. Time to travel to the other side of the world to England and the popular leather brand Harber London . As a family-run business Harber London has designed a fantastic range of handmade goods ensuring simplicity and a modern take on classic designs. Although originally born out of a kitchen in London each wallet from Harber London is handcrafted in Spain by skilled craftsman, and like Bellroy, put much emphasis on the sustainability of their leather using only environmentally certified materials.Bernard is known for bringing everyday carry out of obscurity and into the mainstream, having been published or featured in various publications such as GQ, TIME Magazine, The New York Times, VICE, HYPEBEAST, Outside, and many others. He has also played a part in curating, designing, and developing digital and physical products, resulting in successful crowdfunding projects or limited edition collaboration products with established softgoods brands. He stays on the pulse of the EDC industry by attending trade shows, participating in online interest communities, and actively engaging with fellow gear enthusiasts on social media.

Rather than a fixed construction, this bifold comes with a removable magnetic cardholder. You can choose to either carry it on its own should you want to travel light or in the wallet for additional space.A hard case doesn’t have the benefit of being soft like nylon, polyester, or leather-based wallets that can bend and flex. That said, the materials Bellroy used here exhibit minimal flex, and they didn’t snap or break apart during testing. Durability-wise, the Flip Case gets a solid pass from us, and the materials do achieve the signature Bellroy aesthetic as well. Sleek and solid is the name of the game for hardshell cases—there’s just something about solid-feeling gear that’s reassuring once you get your hands on it. For the Flip Case, there’s good structure despite what the all-leather look might suggest. It’s thanks to the plastic shell lying underneath—it’s not as rigid or tough as, say, metal, but it definitely gets the job done. The stiff, tough hardshell ensures that your credit cards aren’t the toughest part of your wallet. Bellroy Flip Case | Just a simple debossed logo that’s not in-your-face. As the only hard case wallet in the Bellroy line, there were high hopes for the Bellroy Flip Case, but after using it for just a short time, it became disappointing.