JBlass421
macrumors 68040
Another case to the list and you will get the 18 Pro Max 2 TB! Same story every year! 😄
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Hooterville
macrumors G4
No, I'm trying to hold out. The new black color is the only thing that sparks my interest with the 18.
AVBeatMan
macrumors 603
Ordered the Bullstrap. Might get to use it for a few weeks before 18 comes out 🤣
Knowlege Bomb
macrumors G4
My wife has finally opened up to the idea of upgrading away from my old 13 Pro so I may be passing the 17 Pro to her and deciding between an 18 Pro and an Air 2. I’d like a bigger screen but the Max just seems like overkill, especially after a year with the smaller device.
If this does happen I’ll likely be going Bullstrap again since that’s what’s currently in use. It’ll be a one-and-done year FOR SURE this time…
JBlass421
macrumors 68040
😄 everyone is sold on this $22 BS. Personally not a fan of the plateau it makes it look like an old gen iPhone.
Zensō
Contributor
I prefer the old gen look—it was such a nicer phone than the current model IMO. I regret trading in my pristine, black titanium 16PM… 😭
JBlass421
macrumors 68040
This case is perfect then and at $22 it’s a win win! 😊
There is no better case than TW this year. If you don’t get that then either you are delusional or a rich person. Im neither and yet I ended up spending good few quids on cases this year. Moral of the story learn from your mistakes and do not repeat them until September 2026.
KentuckyHouse
macrumors 68030
In your opinion, of course.
While I like the TW just fine (and have a black one), I prefer either my Caudabe Paragon precise or the Rebel.
I have zero plans to upgrade to the 18 PM, even though I feel like the 17 Pro is smaller than I’d like. But if the Air 2 is coming in the spring of ‘27 and makes some changes (ultra wide 2nd camera, 2nd speaker, keeps the titanium build), then I’ll probably switch from the 17 Pro to it.
Zensō
Contributor
I like the TW a lot. I just wish it was not so loose on the phone. I can literally take mine off with one hand—it’s ridiculous. Many of Apple cases have been like this over the years.
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I call the shots in here fella.In your opinion, of course.
While I like the TW just fine (and have a black one), I prefer either my Caudabe Paragon precise or the Rebel.
I have zero plans to upgrade to the 18 PM, even though I feel like the 17 Pro is smaller than I’d like. But if the Air 2 is coming in the spring of ‘27 and makes some changes (ultra wide 2nd camera, 2nd speaker, keeps the titanium build), then I’ll probably switch from the 17 Pro to it.
Joking LoL.
Paragon is a solid case and it gets used now and then. Currently my mrs is using the spare one I had and she loves it.
Rebel this year is trash. Pure filth. Cheap over the top nasty looking stuff.
My collection is perfect. Tight-fitting all around.
Zensō
Contributor
Tim Apple is looking out for you. I, on the other hand, am chopped liver. I’ve had three (only two now), and they’ve all been silly loose to the point that I might as well go caseless because there’s no way they’re going to protect the phone in a face down drop.
Zensō
Contributor
Yeah, a bummer. They really lost it this year.
Zensō
Contributor
You’re right. They know my heart. I still look longingly at my wife’s Air and wonder what the heck I did.
AVBeatMan
macrumors 603
Mine's not like that at all. Good and tight fit. No way could get it off with one hand.
KentuckyHouse
macrumors 68030
The bad thing is, I love how the Rebel feels in the hand, but that metal camera surround (or rather, the screws on the backside) make me nervous as heck. One drop in the wrong spot and bam.
For that reason, I don’t use it very much. But I do love the feel of it.
I’ve always loved the Sheath, but I’m spoiled by those sides and how they dip down on the Paragon. I wish Caudabe would make a Sheath with the sides like that. But I’m assuming the material used would be too thin and pull away too easily.
VSMacOne
macrumors 603
Should’ve replaced it. My blue and sienna are both super tight even after multiple removals.
DCIFRTHS
macrumors 68000
😉 very special link
FINAL SALE - The Contemporary Case - BLACK EDITION
CASE CLOSED! MAGSAFE COMPATIBLE! NEW & IMPROVED! You asked, we delivered. Introducing our best-selling leather MagSafe compatible case, now with a closed bottom design. All Bullstrap iPhone 17 cases will come with a state-of-the-art touch glass button specifically designed for the Camera Control...bullstrap.co
Why are they discontinuing this case? For the life of things, I can't understand why they don't show proper pictures on their website, and they are always having some kind of sale (that isn't a sale) except in this case, where it actually is a sale. Are they new cases (not returns or "misfits").
That is one beautiful case though. My favorite color too.
DCIFRTHS
macrumors 68000
I agree with the very light touch. I haven't used the specific product you mentioned, but IMO, less is best when it comes to conditioner for leather.You could apply a light (very light) coat of leather conditioner. I like Obenauf’s.
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DCIFRTHS
macrumors 68000
iFone88
macrumors 68040
DCIFRTHS
macrumors 68000
I think the case looks great. Especially for the price.