waffles........
I have had this wallet for five weeks now and have mixed feelings. Packing: It came well packed and in a nice tin which was unexpected and the tin is nice to store things in and of itself. No damage to either in shipping. Specifics: Open the wallet measures 3 1/2" by 8 3/4" Closed it comes to 3 1/2" by 4 1/2" and about 5/8" thick. The can is is stiff and feels sturdy while the leather binding is flexible and secured with stitching and two rivets. Inside there are two sections for bills, 6 slots for cards with a pocket open beneath them from the inside fold, and a double sided flap that could be used drivers license, state ID, FOID, or whatever else. Pros: I love the feel and the look. It isnt too bulky and all the cards are held in securely. I have not had any problem where the contents shift about or fall out. Cons: Honestly it pains me to say it but I just dont think it hold up to the quality of other carhartt product I have and do own. About four weeks in and the stitching around the card slots is coming out just from removing and inserting cards. The pockets have separated 1/4" down the side from where they are sewn to the wallet. The stiff canvas when new is starting to get thin front and back as well. This is all due to my overly active work and leisure life Im sure but I cant help but be slightly disappointed. I have no doubts this will hold up for another six months but beyond that I am fairly certain I will have to replace it. The wallet I purchased this one to replace was an all leather one that I had for maybe fifteen years and that is what I will go back to. So in short, great wallet? Yes it is, but heavy duty? No, and it doesnt hold up to its brand name.
