Can you address some people’s concerns that the leather is cheap and glued? I’d like to order one but this is nagging me and you don’t address it in either review.
@@PS987654321PS Good questions and outside of a response from the company when I asked them about it, my only first hand knowledge is from the one I purchased which didn't show any of the described deficiencies. The company told me it's Horween full grain veg tanned leather, which wouldn't typically show those problems.
I've had this wallet for almost 3 yrs and will say it's an awesome wallet. Early on I was a little concerned that the screws would work themselves loose over time, but that's never happened. Too bad you don't give a score for looks as this is one sexy wallet. So I would've given it a 5 for features, with looks being included as a feature. Thanks for the reviews, they're very helpful.
@@kisong1960 No, I haven't done any kind of leather care, or any other care for that matter. I carry the wallett every day and I've had the wallet now for 4 years and it still looks perfect. Before carring the travax I use to carry a trifold that I would have to replace every year. So for me, in the long run, the Travax is less expensive than trifold. And btw, I carry 9 cards and 6 or 8 bills and a couple lottto tickets in it with no problems, so I've never missed the trifold at all.
Thanks for coming back around and giving it a second take. I can't seem to wrap my head around how would that be in my pocket though.. How is it in yours?
Your review seemed perfect to me but I agree with you in the price it seems excessive, in terms of scratching the card above, it is not like that, since I used it for two months and none of my cards were damaged or licenses, I use a minimum of sixteen cards, I love this product is highly recommended Thank you very much and I greet you very kindly.
Love this wallet. Currently carrying the titanium version with steel grey leather. I have not experienced any issues with this scratching cards either. I keep my drivers license on top and it’s pretty flimsy plastic, scratch free. Take price concern out and this wallet would rate amongst your top rated... Deservedly so.
@@erikkalifornia5182 It is cool, and also functional. Some wallets are "tacticool", but this one really is useful and I like how solid it feels. I'd still carry this with a suit :)
@@walletopia Hey Mark, hope you're doing well! I found if you use a bobby pin as a sort of money clip while using the contour, the triple fold isn't so annoying. I sent you an email with a photo of it, maybe it's nothing new, but it works great to quickly open cash to center!
I carry the element. Mississippi mud. after 6 years my buckle wouldn't stay closed. for a 6 dollar service fee, trayvax is completely redoing all my leather rivets and paracord. free shipping both ways. and free selection of different color leather, but I opted for the same beautiful Mississippi mud. 100% stand behind trayvax.
Thanks for the very fair comments in this second look, Mark. I just got mine yesterday...I'm already loving it despite the high price tag! Once I've carried it for a while, I'll drop in another comment!
@@ermal6157 - no, not on the surface at all - I put my driving licence on top anyway. My cards are already scratched at the edges from constant swapping of wallets! I will say that you need to make sure the Contour is adjusted fornyour number of cards and cash - the cash section can be a bit loose. Overall, it's an astonishing piece of quality design and precision engineering.
@@walletopia just got mine in the only issue is out of the box it had tarnish spots. But I guess that comes with brass after awhile it tarnish. Thanks for the reply. Love you videos!!
You should totally do an review on the Revelot Smart Wallet! They look pretty cool. But I believe it’s not US based. The W1 and W5 probably the ones that are worth the review
It's not too bad actually. The eyelet is the most annoying, but it never felt like the wallet was digging into my leg. I carry front-pocket so it wasn't a problem.
Question.. Would you dissuade someone from purchasing this wallet if they often carried a good ammount of bills (say between 15 and 25 individual bills)????
Yes. The cash area requires you to fold the cash twice (thirds, fourth, etc.) and that would be very thick. A billfold pocket or cash wrap type wallet would be better.
First, it's not meant as a criticism, so much as they've decided to do more than is necessary to create a wallet that performs what it does. That said, all the extra design and engineering work creates an interesting to look at, feel and carry experience.
@@walletopiaThanks for the explanation. As I said ,I love my contour and in fact, I just ordered an Element, although Trayvax isn't so great when it comes to their "65"year warranty". Initially Trayvax would replace a screw ( they get stripped over time), now they want you to buy them (which isn't incredibly terrible), and they charge customers 8.99 for shipping. I am also a bit disappointed by the conditions that some of the employees claim that they work under (Glassdoor). It bums me a bit, because of the image that Mark King portrays, which is what drew me to Trayvax , in the first place. I digress... Mark keep growing your channel and your following, you have done an incredible job !
$200 for the Titanium version I use as my EDC wallet ;) The manufacturing quality and precision that went into this wallet is really amazing. You don't get to experience that until you're holding in your hands. Mark would probably confirm that. I just ordered a brass one with Mississippi mud leather to mix things up! Haven't found a leather wallet than can support as many cards and cash and remain so freaking small! I have some nice leather wallets, including shell cordovan, but they are all bulky when compared to this. The bellroy slim sleeve will always be one of my favorite leather wallets.
@@walletopia True, but things are only worth the price if you can afford it. I would certainly not recommend anyone struggling financially to drop $100+ on a wallet.
Honestly you would think this type of review is a novel concept. I think a lot of people quite realize how much hype can effect their reviews or opinions on a product.
Hi Lynn, so are you saying that my review was swayed by their advertising and hype? Or that we all fall victim to advertising after it works on us for a while? 😀
Great review! But honestly, the quality may be good but the design of the product is poorly made. And the price $140 WOW! Your better of getting a M1 Maverick wallet by Dango or the spec ops edition by Dango, at least the spec ops comes with a multi tool. I say save your money. But thats just my opinion. But overall great review 👍
@@ermal6157 Not for me, it all depends on what you need in your wallet to cary. I only cary 4 important credit cards , my ID, medicla card, & cash. To me its light. But hay that's just my opinion.
QOTD: ⚡What do you like most about this product? In my opinion it's the best of all Trayvax's wallets.
Can you address some people’s concerns that the leather is cheap and glued? I’d like to order one but this is nagging me and you don’t address it in either review.
@@PS987654321PS Good questions and outside of a response from the company when I asked them about it, my only first hand knowledge is from the one I purchased which didn't show any of the described deficiencies. The company told me it's Horween full grain veg tanned leather, which wouldn't typically show those problems.
Love their belt buckle. Thanks for the video.
This is, by far, STILL my favorite wallet of all time!!! The ease of use, the quality , and the look... oh the look!!!
One of my favorites!
How big is it compated to the Aviator?
@@ermal6157 It is not much bigger , if any, but it is heavier because it is metal and leathger
I've had this wallet for almost 3 yrs and will say it's an awesome wallet. Early on I was a little concerned that the screws would work themselves loose over time, but that's never happened. Too bad you don't give a score for looks as this is one sexy wallet. So I would've given it a 5 for features, with looks being included as a feature. Thanks for the reviews, they're very helpful.
Did you have to do any care for the leather?
@@kisong1960 No, I haven't done any kind of leather care, or any other care for that matter. I carry the wallett every day and I've had the wallet now for 4 years and it still looks perfect. Before carring the travax I use to carry a trifold that I would have to replace every year. So for me, in the long run, the Travax is less expensive than trifold. And btw, I carry 9 cards and 6 or 8 bills and a couple lottto tickets in it with no problems, so I've never missed the trifold at all.
@@russdeking4660 Thanks for the reply :)
Did it scratch your cards?
Thanks for coming back around and giving it a second take. I can't seem to wrap my head around how would that be in my pocket though.. How is it in yours?
It's surprisingly not heavy, it's not "big" in your hand or pocket like a Dango and it's very tight, it's actually one of my favorite wallets.
@@walletopia appreciate your reply. Looking at it differently now.
Your review seemed perfect to me but I agree with you in the price it seems excessive, in terms of scratching the card above, it is not like that, since I used it for two months and none of my cards were damaged or licenses, I use a minimum of sixteen cards, I love this product is highly recommended Thank you very much and I greet you very kindly.
Thanks Jorge, yes, I've heard that card scratching is hopefully gone.
Love this wallet. Currently carrying the titanium version with steel grey leather. I have not experienced any issues with this scratching cards either. I keep my drivers license on top and it’s pretty flimsy plastic, scratch free. Take price concern out and this wallet would rate amongst your top rated... Deservedly so.
Actually, it's one of my favorites. I went back at the adjusted scores when price is taken out, it rose to 12th place.
walletopia it's not elegant, not for a businessman. But it sure is a cool wallet.
@@erikkalifornia5182 It is cool, and also functional. Some wallets are "tacticool", but this one really is useful and I like how solid it feels. I'd still carry this with a suit :)
@@walletopia Hey Mark, hope you're doing well! I found if you use a bobby pin as a sort of money clip while using the contour, the triple fold isn't so annoying. I sent you an email with a photo of it, maybe it's nothing new, but it works great to quickly open cash to center!
I carry the element. Mississippi mud. after 6 years my buckle wouldn't stay closed. for a 6 dollar service fee, trayvax is completely redoing all my leather rivets and paracord. free shipping both ways. and free selection of different color leather, but I opted for the same beautiful Mississippi mud. 100% stand behind trayvax.
Fantastic! That is for sharing!
I just got one of these. They finally have an option without the lanyard loop and bottle opener. It's a great wallet and very high quality.
Contour is my fav of all the wallets I own
Thanks for the very fair comments in this second look, Mark. I just got mine yesterday...I'm already loving it despite the high price tag! Once I've carried it for a while, I'll drop in another comment!
Looking forward to it Mike!
Has it scratched your cards?
@@ermal6157 - no, not on the surface at all - I put my driving licence on top anyway. My cards are already scratched at the edges from constant swapping of wallets! I will say that you need to make sure the Contour is adjusted fornyour number of cards and cash - the cash section can be a bit loose. Overall, it's an astonishing piece of quality design and precision engineering.
@@miketuppen6438 How many cards do you carry?
@@ermal6157 - currently 5 in the Contour...4 cards and an RFID blocker. I only really use it if I have a bit more cash than usual.
I just purchased one !!! Thank you for your great revised review !!!
Seems like you had the wallet for a while how is the brass holding up? Great video.
Good no issues, it's been really good. One of my favorite wallets.
@@walletopia just got mine in the only issue is out of the box it had tarnish spots. But I guess that comes with brass after awhile it tarnish. Thanks for the reply. Love you videos!!
You should totally do an review on the Revelot Smart Wallet! They look pretty cool. But I believe it’s not US based. The W1 and W5 probably the ones that are worth the review
We have the W1 in inventory so I've added your vote to it!
How does the metal frame feel in the pocket? Does it take a lil time to get use to?
It's not too bad actually. The eyelet is the most annoying, but it never felt like the wallet was digging into my leg. I carry front-pocket so it wasn't a problem.
Good review got everything about the wallet
Thanks Mike, this is one of my favorite wallets, despite what I might say about it.
Hi Mark, could you do Craft and lore Enfold wallet review? It looks pretty neat
Hi Yohan, we have that wallet in inventory and it’s scheduled .
Question.. Would you dissuade someone from purchasing this wallet if they often carried a good ammount of bills (say between 15 and 25 individual bills)????
Yes. The cash area requires you to fold the cash twice (thirds, fourth, etc.) and that would be very thick. A billfold pocket or cash wrap type wallet would be better.
Great wallet, I carried it for multiple years but have since switched to the port wallet. Can you please check out the Raphael Lean wallet?
Both excellent wallets! I've added your vote to the Raphael on our buy list.
Where did you get that pen?
Awesome company. Interesting and intricate design. The combination of metal and leather is spectacular.
Couldn't agree more!
I will eventually but one.
As far as scratching goes, I place an expired, unwanted card on top & bottom to protect current cards from scratching
What color did you get?
You like XSTO better than contour?
Personally, no, I prefer the Contour
@@walletopia didnt you rank XSTO as the best of wallets?
Mark, please explain over-engineering!
First, it's not meant as a criticism, so much as they've decided to do more than is necessary to create a wallet that performs what it does. That said, all the extra design and engineering work creates an interesting to look at, feel and carry experience.
@@walletopiaThanks for the explanation. As I said ,I love my contour and in fact, I just ordered an Element, although Trayvax isn't so great when it comes to their "65"year warranty". Initially Trayvax would replace a screw ( they get stripped over time), now they want you to buy them (which isn't incredibly terrible), and they charge customers 8.99 for shipping. I am also a bit disappointed by the conditions that some of the employees claim that they work under (Glassdoor). It bums me a bit, because of the image that Mark King portrays, which is what drew me to Trayvax , in the first place. I digress... Mark keep growing your channel and your following, you have done an incredible job !
@@TD-ty5du New information for me, thank you!
Which wallet do you carry daily?
I’m always doing a carry test of a wallet. I’ll carry it for 3-4 weeks then do a carry test video. I’m currently wrapping up the Dango A10
Is this still one of your favorite wallets?
After buying the Ascent an seeing the quality of these wallets I went ahead and ordered a stealth black contour
Honestly, it was one of my favorite wallets to carry, great choice.
Have you reviewed the nutsack clipster wallet, it looks great!
Not yet! I've added your vote to it!
plz review STR Handmade
Within a couple weeks a review will drop on their card wallet.
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$140+ 🙁. I'll stick with my Rustic Reds Leather Shell Cordovan Rivet wallet. It's sensational. And cheaper!
Good point, you are in Cordovan leather territory with this pricing!
$200 for the Titanium version I use as my EDC wallet ;) The manufacturing quality and precision that went into this wallet is really amazing. You don't get to experience that until you're holding in your hands. Mark would probably confirm that. I just ordered a brass one with Mississippi mud leather to mix things up! Haven't found a leather wallet than can support as many cards and cash and remain so freaking small! I have some nice leather wallets, including shell cordovan, but they are all bulky when compared to this. The bellroy slim sleeve will always be one of my favorite leather wallets.
@@erikkalifornia5182 I support you, this wallet is one of my favorites for all the reasons you mention. It is worth the price for what you get.
@@walletopia True, but things are only worth the price if you can afford it. I would certainly not recommend anyone struggling financially to drop $100+ on a wallet.
Honestly you would think this type of review is a novel concept. I think a lot of people quite realize how much hype can effect their reviews or opinions on a product.
Hi Lynn, so are you saying that my review was swayed by their advertising and hype? Or that we all fall victim to advertising after it works on us for a while? 😀
Too bad that Trayvax doesn't ship to where I stay.
Third party shippers can do that for you, but you'll pay extra.
@@walletopia which one is reliable 3rd party shippers?
www.reship.com does a good job
@@walletopia Pro tip here!
Want to sell it 😅
Nice but overpriced for what it is .
Great review! But honestly, the quality may be good but the design of the product is poorly made. And the price $140 WOW! Your better of getting a M1 Maverick wallet by Dango or the spec ops edition by Dango, at least the spec ops comes with a multi tool. I say save your money. But thats just my opinion. But overall great review 👍
Dango feels like a brick in the pocket
@@ermal6157
Not for me, it all depends on what you need in your wallet to cary. I only cary 4 important credit cards , my ID, medicla card, & cash. To me its light. But hay that's just my opinion.
Pointless.