Spec me a new wallet - Specific requirements (no need for any more specs, thread has been updated)

Kenai · 6 May 2022 at 16:16

dLockers said:
No brand

British Belt Company seem to have a fairly decent reputation for quality leather products, been around a long time, UK manufactured leather products.

It might not be as fashionable as 'Big Skinny' and I can't imagine the stuff they sell via NOTHS is their most premium offering but I doubt it's going to be some cheap pleather thrown together in a Chinese sweatshop either.

Dup · 6 May 2022 at 16:26

I stopped using a wallet years ago, I just carry my cards loose in my pocket. I was going to get a Trove or similar but they're not solving any particular problem for the £30+ they want for them.

dlockers · 6 May 2022 at 16:46

Feek said:
I don't care about named brands, if this is made by some bloke in a shed, why would that be a problem?

You're on! I've set myself a reminder

Named brand from the perspective of renowned for quality and longevity.

Kenai said:
British Belt Company seem to have a fairly decent reputation for quality leather products, been around a long time, UK manufactured leather products.

It might not be as fashionable as 'Big Skinny' and I can't imagine the stuff they sell via NOTHS is their most premium offering but I doubt it's going to be some cheap pleather thrown together in a Chinese sweatshop either.

You'd hope so but it screams "Ashwood Leather" which is also garbage.

Chris Wilson · 6 May 2022 at 17:25

Some say a wallet being moth proof is essential for Feek, but I would not want to comment personally

Alice In Wonderland · 6 May 2022 at 23:00

Reuben klang said:
My old man still has his paper one, refuses to get a plastic one unless its completely free and I admire him (and you) for that!

Anyway, I went from a fat wallet like yours to a card holder (specifically the Paul smith one), it’s great. I’d get a bell Roy one now if I was to require a new one as it has the little pull tab.

I only carry 2 cards, curve + drivers and stuff notes in the other pockets. House key is in the main pocket. Works for me.

I’m always curious as to why people require so many cards?

I have so many cards so I can put points on them when I'm in the shop.

Nothing more practical than that for me.

Reuben klang · 7 May 2022 at 08:01

Alice In Wonderland said:
I have so many cards so I can put points on them when I'm in the shop.

Nothing more practical than that for me.

QR/Apps on your phone? Saves carrying 500 cards. I’ve got apps for places I rarely go to but my just stop into when on the move like greggs. Would require massive amounts, I’ve even got a boots adv card on the phone solely for using at the air port.

dlockers · 7 May 2022 at 08:04

Reuben klang said:
QR/Apps on your phone? Saves carrying 500 cards. I’ve got apps for places I rarely go to but my just stop into when on the move like greggs. Would require massive amounts, I’ve even got a boots adv card on the phone solely for using at the air port.

Works at most places except:
Petrol station - my phone is plugged in for Android Auto - preference is key fob QR codes

Nandos - it needs a swipe. And you're a mug if you don't have two nandos cards and split transactions for double chilli goodness :cool:

I also have a few gift cards.

Curve is too unreliable to depend on 100%.

Broken Hope · 7 May 2022 at 09:13

One benefit of covid is almost everywhere takes contactless so I just Apple Pay on my watch most of the time, the rare time I need to carry cards I have a slim card only wallet. I never carry or use cash and use the Stocard app for reward cards on my phone.

Reuben klang · 7 May 2022 at 12:00

dLockers said:
Works at most places except:
Petrol station - my phone is plugged in for Android Auto - preference is key fob QR codes

Nandos - it needs a swipe. And you're a mug if you don't have two nandos cards and split transactions for double chilli goodness

I also have a few gift cards.

Curve is too unreliable to depend on 100%.

Need to upgrade to an iphone.

Nandos I usually just use the app and pre order but may have to use this hack for double points.

Key fob then becomes a monstrosity as well if have loads of keys and cards.

I have my car key on it’s own. House key as said previously is in the middle section of the card sleeve.

Alice In Wonderland · 9 May 2022 at 09:54

Broken Hope said:
One benefit of covid is almost everywhere takes contactless so I just Apple Pay on my watch most of the time, the rare time I need to carry cards I have a slim card only wallet. I never carry or use cash and use the Stocard app for reward cards on my phone.

My issue with contactless is that I find it a lot harder to keep an eye on what I'm spending as it is so easy to just whip it out and bleep the card and go.

Raymond Lin · 9 May 2022 at 10:27

I got this last year, went from a wallet like the OP to this.

Fits 5 cards easily. Could fit 7 if need be. I fold a couple of notes in there too if required.

Pen66 · 9 May 2022 at 13:50

I picked up an A-Slim - Machete wallet recently. Has space for a few cards and a note section whilst still being slim. I got it in mahogany leather and pretty happy with it, quality seems good.

Pawnless Endgame · 9 May 2022 at 14:05

I recently got this:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01MG9AL2E

It's as only as big as the cards themselves, so it fits in a front pocket like a small phone. I've managed to put 10 cards in it so far and they hold tightly. There is a note strap on one side, again pretty tight. For change, I just use a small leather bag. The metal casing is anti-NFC.

ColdAsIce · 9 May 2022 at 14:23

I got this as a Birthday or Xmas gift about 6 years ago from the GF. Just noticed the price holy **** LOL I hope she didn't pay anything near that.

Best wallet i've had though. I think having a see-through section for ID cards looks dreadful and really tacky imo. My version had the small section for coins but I can see this is without.

https://www.mrporter.com/en-dk/mens...red-leather-billfold-wallet/25185454456651097

Without coin purse

Alice In Wonderland · 9 May 2022 at 15:02

Raymond Lin said:
I got this last year, went from a wallet like the OP to this.

Fits 5 cards easily. Could fit 7 if need be. I fold a couple of notes in there too if required.

That's gorgeous.

Alice In Wonderland · 9 May 2022 at 15:04

ColdAsIce said:
I got this as a Birthday or Xmas gift about 6 years ago from the GF. Just noticed the price holy **** LOL I hope she didn't pay anything near that.

Best wallet i've had though. I think having a see-through section for ID cards looks dreadful and really tacky imo. My version had the small section for coins but I can see this is without.

https://www.mrporter.com/en-dk/mens...red-leather-billfold-wallet/25185454456651097

Without coin purse

I actually love the addition of the coin purse!

Even without it's seriously cool though.

Raymond Lin · 9 May 2022 at 15:09

See through section ID card is pointless. EVery time someone ask me to show them the ID if it's through the window, they would ask me to take it out of the wallet anyway. They don't want to see through the grubby, full of dust plastic window.

wesimmo · 9 May 2022 at 16:06

ColdAsIce said:
I got this as a Birthday or Xmas gift about 6 years ago from the GF. Just noticed the price holy **** LOL I hope she didn't pay anything near that.

Best wallet i've had though. I think having a see-through section for ID cards looks dreadful and really tacky imo. My version had the small section for coins but I can see this is without.

https://www.mrporter.com/en-dk/mens...red-leather-billfold-wallet/25185454456651097

Without coin purse

Apart from the lack of a clip, which I don't understand anyway (surely it just makes it bulkier in your pocket for no real benefit?), I was going to say Paul Smith. I used to have a card holder that was excellent and lasted years, then got bought a wallet like the one above, but more muted inside, which I've used for probably 6 years and its still in great condition.

visibleman · 9 May 2022 at 17:35

Raymond Lin said:
I got this last year, went from a wallet like the OP to this.

Fits 5 cards easily. Could fit 7 if need be. I fold a couple of notes in there too if required.

Is that the A Slim Doku (https://www.a-slim.com/products/doku-tapngo-rfid-card-wallet)?
Looks bloody good; what's the leather quality like? And how have you found the wear so far?

Raymond Lin · 9 May 2022 at 18:30

visibleman said:
Is that the A Slim Doku (https://www.a-slim.com/products/doku-tapngo-rfid-card-wallet)?
Looks bloody good; what's the leather quality like? And how have you found the wear so far?

Yes, it has worn very well, all the edges are still good, stitching intact. I stuck an airtag in it so mine budges but that's mine only. Had it since last summer.