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Down to 3 cases. Blue versions of the Mous Limitless, Caudabe Synthesis and Smartish Gripmunk. Caudabe Sheath and Dbrand grip both sold. Last case I buy this time around will be a professional looking black case. Not sure which one but may get something cheap of Ali express.
what made you send the dbrand grip back? I have been interested in that case since it came out a while back but never pulled the trigger. I have their AirPods Pro case and really like the texture, I wonder if thats the texture they have on the phone case too.

Also, eventually my Pitaka MagEz case 5 will be here, so swapping between the Mous, Sheath, and pitaka will be a nice combo.
sounds like me, 1 protective case, 1 mid protection case/edc (this is usually a leather case for me), and 1 super thin case. this week I have been using my phone with no case since I WFH, but threw on the mous when I went out on Monday. I need to see if I can send my magez4 back and get the 5 because the sharp texture on the bottom of the case where my pinky rests is a no go. I hear the 5 resolves that.
 
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sounds like me, 1 protective case, 1 mid protection case/edc (this is usually a leather case for me), and 1 super thin case. this week I have been using my phone with no case since I WFH, but threw on the mous when I went out on Monday. I need to see if I can send my magez4 back and get the 5 because the sharp texture on the bottom of the case where my pinky rests is a no go. I hear the 5 resolves that.
Exactly. I'm pretty hyped to get my MagEz 5 when it gets here, because I LOVE using the phone caseless, but I don't have the confidence to because I hate the thought of scratching it, etc. so I'm settling for the next best thing as the MagEZ should protect from a majority of scratches. Even when I use a case, I'm usually very careful about not letting my phone fall, but for some reason this last week, I've dropped my phone quite a bit more, and the Sheath has handled every single one very well. I actually just looked at the tracking for my Mous, and now it says it's out for delivery today, so score!
 
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Last case I buy this time around will be a professional looking black case. Not sure which one but may get something cheap of Ali express.
I have been interested in checking out the Enzo leather case. imo it looks really nice despite the high price tag. also, if i remember correctly, you get a discount on the next gen Enzo leather that comes out the following years when you buy an Enzo at full price.

I just requested a refund on amazon for my pitaka magez 4, going to get the break the line ez5 when I get the refund.
 
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Finally got some time to black out the PR Gen5 with the matte black components. Transforms the case to another level my goodness. Goes well with frosty too.

Also my updated Sheath will be here tomorrow and finally my Bullstrap Maverick collection will be here Sat. I also have an Andar coming right after Christmas. A nice way to end 2023.

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Finally got some time to black out the PR Gen5 with the matte black components. Transforms the case to another level my goodness. Goes well with frosty too.

Also my updated Sheath will be here tomorrow and finally my Bullstrap Maverick collection will be here Sat. I also have an Andar coming right after Christmas. A nice way to end 2023.

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Which Andar case did you order? Was it the new colour.
 
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Zagg "Manhattan Snap" silicone case in Red has arrived. Hopefully the last case.
 

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I said I wouldn’t do it, but I ordered yet another black Sheath for my 15PM. I was feeling bad for them after returning three cases. Their shipping is quick now, should be here in a few days. I used the TEE20 code, not sure if there’s a better one.
As you know I posted a lot about the Synthesis when I first got it. Was my favorite case. The way I described it was it’s a stupid simple boring yet functional case. (Except for the buttons). Hopefully the sheath is as good. If I like the sheath I’m ordering a blue synthesis when I know revisions hit.
 
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Alright, so when Tee posted his top case video I said I didn't think the Sheath was #1. Well, I've had a change of heart lol. The buttons could be better, but they're acceptable and my replacement Sheath will hopefully be here soon. To me it's the perfect mixture of thinness, and I, unlike others, like the texture on the back of the case.
My Mous limitless 5.0 will be here tomorrow according to usps, I have high hopes for it, so we'll see if it's able to dethrone the Sheath.

Also, eventually my Pitaka MagEz case 5 will be here, so swapping between the Mous, Sheath, and pitaka will be a nice combo.
Lots don’t like the matrix grip of the Synthesis, I actually loved it.

I’m getting the Sheath today and I don’t expect the same gripage as the Synthesis. For me Synthesis gripage was excellent. The Sheath won’t be excellent and that’s ok. But it has to be a solid good not eh for me.
 
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Out of curiosity I asked Andar about the broken seal and this was their reply:

Hello Stefano-

We're sorry to hear this happened! The seal can sometimes break during transit and we are working on new options to make sure this doesn't happen. The good news is that a broken seal does not mean the product has been used or damaged in any way and does not affect the product itself. As a small business, we are always looking for ways to upgrade our packaging and presentation and we do appreciate your feedback regarding the broken seal.

Please let us know if you have any questions, have a great day!
- Sarah
 
Looks like Amazon has pushed all delivery dates back to the Thursday after Christmas.
So much for Prime delivery :(
 
Out of curiosity I asked Andar about the broken seal and this was their reply:
FWIW, that's the same individual who told me they couldn't issue a full refund for my damaged case, because it was damaged and used (and were only giving me any refund at all because I had sent it in already), despite another individual there already having had me send in photos of the damaged case, and then telling me to send it in after looking them over o_O

Note I had used it for five minutes before boxing it back up, and they were claiming it already had patina. It's a miracle! :cool:

I'll shut up now about that. The $$ was trivial, it's just being treated that way, is all. They're not worth any more of my time.
 
The Benks Vintage Leather arrived today and it's ...alright.
Looks lovely, the pleather smell is noticeable but that'll gas off in a few days.
Buttons are good but did need manipulation a bit without the phone in to loosen but perfect afterwards.
The grip, about the same as Apple leather. Would improve with use.
The fit though. Pops off easy top right (camera side) and looking at it flat, that corner is flush with the lip where it isn't with the rest of it.

Was cheap but still should be better.
 
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