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Zensō

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I was curious so did some research on “cactus leather”. I was under the impression that it was made from pure cactus, but in fact it is a composite made from cactus pulp and polyurethane that is then textured and formed to shape (typically it is around 30% cactus and 70% polyurethane). The cactus fibers bring some toughness and durability to the composite, but it is not responsible for the leather-like surface texture as I’d assumed.
 
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blaine07

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I still wouldn’t mind a decent leather case.

Not super thrilled with nomad; but it was priced right on sail. Sides “divet” in and super slick for my tastes.

Had a Burkley, now Bullstrap, case years ago and I remember it was rather soft and almost fluffy leather. Much easier to hold on to.

Wouldn’t mind trying a Cactus but need everyone to decide if it really is great or just a flavor?

Bandworx looks nice but sides do the same stupid duvet as Nomad so afraid I’d be disappointed.

These Belemay on Amazon don’t look bad but never had one/seen any one use one around here.

Solid leather case thoughts folks? What other brands should I consider? Can’t decide how I think brown leather would will look on black phone but seems as it I probably prefer brown case/color look.

:scratches head:
 

Zensō

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I still wouldn’t mind a decent leather case.

Not super thrilled with nomad; but it was priced right on sail. Sides “divet” in and super slick for my tastes.

Had a Burkley, now Bullstrap, case years ago and I remember it was rather soft and almost fluffy leather. Much easier to hold on to.

Wouldn’t mind trying a Cactus but need everyone to decide if it really is great or just a flavor?

Bandworx looks nice but sides do the same stupid duvet as Nomad so afraid I’d be disappointed.

These Belemay on Amazon don’t look bad but never had one/seen any one use one around here.

Solid leather case thoughts folks? What other brands should I consider? Can’t decide how I think brown leather would will look on black phone but seems as it I probably prefer brown case/color look.

:scratches head:
I haven’t had one in some years, and they don’t get mentioned here very often, but in years past Vaja cases always had the highest quality leather. They are expensive though.

 
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vine-boating

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I still wouldn’t mind a decent leather case.

Not super thrilled with nomad; but it was priced right on sail. Sides “divet” in and super slick for my tastes.

Had a Burkley, now Bullstrap, case years ago and I remember it was rather soft and almost fluffy leather. Much easier to hold on to.

Wouldn’t mind trying a Cactus but need everyone to decide if it really is great or just a flavor?

Bandworx looks nice but sides do the same stupid duvet as Nomad so afraid I’d be disappointed.

These Belemay on Amazon don’t look bad but never had one/seen any one use one around here.

Solid leather case thoughts folks? What other brands should I consider? Can’t decide how I think brown leather would will look on black phone but seems as it I probably prefer brown case/color look.

:scratches head:
What about Andar?
 
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blaine07

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Look and what I see to be the 'feel' of that seems to be exactly what I think I'd like. I just don't see any Magsafe options; does that seem right?
 

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I won as a prize 😀 the Pitaka MagEZ Case Pro 4 1500d in blue for the Iphone 15 Promax, here I have it next to my 600d
 
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I haven’t had one in some years, and they don’t get mentioned here very often, but in years past Vaja cases always had the highest quality leather. They are expensive though.

Look and what I see to be the 'feel' of that seems to be exactly what I think I'd like. I just don't see any Magsafe options; does that seem right?
 

rpogo3

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Look and what I see to be the 'feel' of that seems to be exactly what I think I'd like. I just don't see any Magsafe options; does that seem right?
I have a Vaja leather case for my 15 Pro Max. Great case and it has Magsafe. Mine also has the V-mag option which is the Vaja mag system that works great with their wallet accessories and also works with Magsafe. They also sell a classic version which does not use V-mag but does work with Magsafe.
 
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blaine07

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I have a Vaja leather case for my 15 Pro Max. Great case and it has Magsafe. Mine also has the V-mag option which is the Vaja mag system that works great with their wallet accessories and also works with Magsafe. They also sell a classic version which does not use V-mag but does work with Magsafe.

I guess I’m too stupid to find the MagSafe version on their website. Does it say “works with MagSafe” or is the “VMAG” thing what they call MagSafe so they don’t have to pay license fees lol ?
 

Zensō

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Look and what I see to be the 'feel' of that seems to be exactly what I think I'd like. I just don't see any Magsafe options; does that seem right?
The V-Mag cases are MagSafe compatible but with more powerful magnets for their add-on wallet covers, etc. This video explains it:

 

Scomerger

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Speaking of Rebel, the blue Air 2 case is now available for purchase, and there's a 10% discount as well.

On that note, I ordered the black Otterbox Cactus case; it should arrive on Wednesday. Funnily enough, I ordered the OB Commuter case on Amazon before that, and I'm liking it so far. 🙃
 

lindros2

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I have Spigen Liquid Air, and just picked up a second color ("titanium") in addition to black.
Note that someone was at the Apple Store this week - iPhone 15 Pro Max shattered inside of an OtterBox. Guy was furious; they didn't honor their guarantee.
 

UMRebel

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Did the same today. Got the brown for my white 15PM. Love this case. This is what Apple should have done instead of not-so-FineWoven
If possible, could you please share pics of the white in the brown case? I also have the white phone and was thinking about picking up the brown Cactus.
 

jayinla

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Just picked up the Otterbox Cactus leather in black for my 15 Pro Max from Verizon.
It’s such a boring looking case…..but it’s now my favorite case released this year. Grippy, very light, buttons are super clicky and metal. MagSafe magnets are strong. Just feels great!
Hello Apple! Take a look at this case. It’s what you should have replaced the leather cases with.
 
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VSMacOne

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Anybody who has a Cactus and Nomad Sport, could you compare the size/weight on the two? I’m still rocking the Sport and 4 months in it’s solid, but I like the look of the Cactus.
 
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