The best front pocket / slimline / minimalist wallet ever made.
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- Опубліковано 28 сер 2024
- Produced by CUOIERIA FIORENTINA
Link to the wallets: www.cuoieriafio...
I ordered 4 of the brown version.
*I also reviewed a Padfolio from the same company: • Cuoieria Fiorentina Pa...
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This is definitely the best wallet ever. I love that the cards are staggered across the width of the wallet, not only does it make it easy to get cards, but it makes it easy to get to the cash on the inside too.
I failed to address this in my review. Primarily because I've been spoiled by my recently retired wallet over the last few years. Excellent Point.
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I'm an avid collector of front pocket wallets, i have about 22 front pocket wallets, i totally agree with your review on this being the best front pocket wallet, i have a couple of other wallets i used on a daily basis, the others just go into my collection drawer. i ran into your review and ordered 3 wallets the same night i saw your video. i received the shipment with 4 days, which is pretty quick to Texas. i have now been using this wallet for about 3 weeks, i love the feel, the functionality and the compliments i get from people when i pull it out to pay for something or lay it on the table when i eat dinner at a restaurant. thanks a million for your review and would encourage anyone that sees this video and is contemplating ordering this wallet, just do it, you will not regret it.
Does it fit ok in the front pocket? It seems a little long. Is it 4.5 or 4.75 inches tall? I would like to see a different version that I posted 6 days ago.
Thank so much for the kind words Saul, glad you enjoy this wallet as much as I do!
Canyon Overlook The Wallet is 4.75 inches tall x 3.25 inches wide. This wallet has fit in every pair of pants and shorts that I own. I can't foresee anyone having a problem putting it in their front pocket.
EpicSnuggleBunny I think it is 3.25 wide.
Canyon Overlook You're correct, typo on my part.
Just got one of these, straight from Italy in under a week, under $50 shipped, not the cheapest by any means. Very nicely made, beautiful leather, very thin. My old regular bifold was about an inch thick! So far i really like it & as far as minimalist wallets go this has the most pockets for cards/ cash etc. Great product & service. You get what you pay for!
Still the best wallet I have ever owned as well. Got one 3-4 years ago after seeing this video but the liner tore within a few months. Have tried several other wallets since but nothing beats this form factor. Just ordered another, crossing my fingers for better durability this time.
I saw this video months ago, and agreed in principal that is the best design. I purchased a couple of cheap versions off Amazon to prove the concept, and one wallet has been great. however, it's a little small for UK notes and so will now treat myself to one of these. thanks for sharing.
Thanks for sharing! I bought one for my husband as an anniversary present. :-) He always gets those cheap little plastic things that fall apart after a few months because they are slim, hopefully this will work for him.
Just bought it this item. It's amazingly slim. Holds everything my old trifold did in about half the volume.
Search for it on eBay if you don't want to deal with buying internationally. It's going for $39.99 now and it ships from California.
Mine came today - absolutely love it and a fine leather to boot!! It is top notch and design is great - wish I ordered 2 of them - if anyone wants to order some I will chip in to save shipping!!
What was the shipping cost?
Jeffrey Sun it was almost as much as the wallet - so if your gunna buy one add one for me and split the shipping - let me know
Mario DeAngelis Will do. Still deciding. Thank you for the information.
I'm telling you if you need space - BUT want slim - its flawless
In case you'e still looking, I just received a brown one and a red one. Willing to let them go for $35 each shipped or $30 if you take one. They are far too big for me and the return shipping cost is ridiculous. Let me know
Just got mine in about an hour ago. This video and the other you made got me to make my purchase..I already loaded the wallet with cards and a few dollar bills. Very nice & smells amazing brand new..Thank you for this video
If they flipped one of the card sets 180°, it be significantly thinner and symmetrical.
Yeah thats one of the things these dumb effin wallet makers dont understand. Even bi-fold wallets could have it. But instead most of my cards have to become deformed because of these so-called product designers and their bleeding ignorance. I'd like to flip them off with my finger 90° in the air.
Nice, I was looking for a slim wallet and this seems to suit very well. I'm Italian and I came across this brand thanks to an American guy :) I think I'm going to purchase one..
Love the minimalist approach. I'm currently using a Crabby Wallet, which I LOVE! When looking for a leather option, I think this Cuoieria Fiorentina is hard to beat.
I've been looking for something like this for a while, just ordered!
Exactly what I've been looking for. -And they still make them. Thank you for sharing :)
A wallet like this is what I have been looking for, I ordered two of them, thanks for making this video
This is almost exactly what I been looking for.
just ordered this wallet. I saw a friend of mine have it and he said it is much better than his previous wallets. I am all about minimalist carry so lets see how it goes. B the way i ordered a black one. Looks pretty good
Tech & Gear Awesome, you'll have to let me know if you like it!
Great review. Been looking for months and instantly ordered this.
Ordered Mine and it's awesome! I wish I had ordered another one to offset shipping cost. Thank You for sharing.
Thanks man, I just bought one. Its 24 euros now instead of 18. Its still a good purchase in my opinion.
This is awesome!just what i was looking for. Small but packed & fine leather. Meets all my specs. Ordered mine. TQ a lot dude! Big help
I personally use the Band-it wallet. I have come to love that wallet. It's really small and is very comfortable in use. You should totally check it out!
Thanks a lot for this video! I've been looking for a new wallet for quite a while, something small and stylish that can fit into suit as well as everyday jeans front pocket. I was about to buy a Bellroy (not really happy, but it looks the best compromise to me), when i stepped into this video. And i immediately bought two of them as well, and for 20€ less shipped (which is a GREAT deal).
This seems like the best wallet for anyone really.
Thanks for posting this video, have been looking forward to getting my wallet. You're right DHL is fast, estimated arrival is in two days!
i just ordered one after seeing this review, it took just over a day to arrive and i am very pleased with it... ;)
Bought it. Love it.
I just ordered mine! Thanks to your review!
You'll love it and next time you'll probably order 2.
Thanks for the review. Once we got to the heart of it, it was very helpful.
And I think you're right: This just might be the perfect wallet.
Also, here's a tip about the little metal thing at the end of a tape measure that will permit you to measure the wallet accurately: It's not loose and sloppy, it's precise and useful. The reason it has some loose play in it is to permit you to *accurately* measure both inside and outside dimensions. The loose play is there to compensate for the little metal lip that reached around the edge of your wallet.
1. To measure an outside dimension (like you were trying to do with your wallet), put the metal lip over the edge and pull the tape gently taught to get an accurate reading. This way, thickness of the metal lip that hangs over the edge of the item does not count as part of the measurement (as it should not)..
2. To measure an inside dimension (like perhaps the width of an open window), put the metal tip against an inside edge and gently push it against that edge to get an accurate reading. This way, the thickness of the metal lip does count as part of the measurement (as it should).
In your measurement of the wallet, you were trying to somehow adjust for the loose play in the metal tip. As a result, you measured inaccurately. If you were to measure again (as described in #1, above), I expect you would see that the wallet is 3" x 4.5".
Apologies for the long intro. Sometimes I don't know what I'll say when I start making the video.
This wallet is perfect. Thanks for the great review. It's exactly what I have been looking for. I ordered 2 based off your review. Cost about 70 bucks with shipping. Can't beat that for 2 quality leather wallets. I can't wait to ditch my George Constanza sized wallet!
That's awesome, hope you enjoy your new wallet. Just be careful not to try and overfill it!
Thanks buddy.. Your review convinced me instantly to order this product. Honestly can't wait to get my hands on it!! Will keep you posted once I receive mine :-)
I have to agree. I bought one after seeing this review, unfortunately it went through the wash, the leather was fine but the liner was a bit saggy. I could not find anything else that came close to its carryability so bought another. That was 2 years ago still going strong and still not found anything that I would replace it with. Cheers
Thanks for this review. This looks like it would be a perfect front pocket wallet.
Looks awesome.
Said in 10 minutes what could have been said in 2 minutes or less. No mention of RFID blocking technology. I would think this would be a must have feature in any wallet.
Agreed, terrible video. Although RFID protection is pointless. None of my credit or debit cards have RFID anymore, all of my cards were replaced by the card issuers with the new security chip cards months ago. So having a wallet with said protection is completely pointless.
why do people put their wallets in there back pockets at all
I just ordered this myself and awaiting it to arrive. After watching this video closely I would say that the only thing I can see that may be an issue..at least to me would be the bulkiness of the wallet since all cards are on one side of the wallet...I would think that if you inserted the cards in one direction on one side that if you insert them the same direction on the other side as well they would be stacked on tope of each other and would cause the bulkiness. I would think that inserting the cards in one end then turning the wallet over and inserting the cards on the other side from the opposite direction might lend to a thinner profile...that's ust my take on it however, I'm still excited to try it out and see how it fares for daily use
The best part about this wallet is that it doesn't absorb heat. The main issue I had with my old bifold wallet was that during summer it would literally be equivalent to a heater pack in your pocket. Not with this.
From their web site:
ARE ALL YOUR PRODUCTS HANDCRAFTED IN ITALY?
Of course. All Cuoieria Fiorentina products are made in Italy using completely natural leather (full grain or calf), tanned, dyed and processed according to antique artisan methods, modelled using the most sophisticated technology and finished scrupulously by hand. For this reason any imperfections, marks or micro-defects in the leather are to be considered an element of quality which certifies the originality of the product and exalts and reinforces their uniqueness.
Great review. I was looking for something like this to reduce the size
of my aging leather bifold wallet which has served me well but is falling apart at the seams.
One bonus for me is that it is non-RFID
blocking which most wallet are now sold with.
It's a nuisance pulling out RFID cards out of my wallet every time for accessing boom gates or enter
security doors.
I've just ordered one based on your review.
Mind you shipping to Australia is more that the price of the wallet but I
couldn't find anything that replicated the features.
If looking for it on their website it's called the "Leather Briefcase" in the Card Holders section.
i like your video,and vary well done,i have been using bosca wallets for like 35 years in one shape or another!and find there leather is finished like no other wallet i have seen!i mostly use the trifold,so i don't think i would gain much by using the one your showing!but it looks like a nice FP-wallet just the same,thanks.
Even though the price went up, the exchange rate is better for the dollar so the cost is slightly less now than if you bought it last March.
Tacky logo, takes away from the simplicity of the previous stamped version. No black leather available?
I own one.Best wallet I ever purchased.
bought one and made sure they know it's because I saw your video.
EpicSnuggleBunny I can't believe the wallet is already here! It's exactly what I was looking for, thank you for sharing this great find with us.
Awesome, hope you enjoy it!
It looks like they no longer make this, as least per their website
The cards being on the outside don't fall out or slip towards falling out? Your not scared of that....?
Ronald Campos Has not happened once in 8 years.
One more question since you answered so fast.
The briefcase and calf briefcase look exactly the same...this is the briefcase correct...the description on the site is worded diffrently but seems to me that they are exactly the same wallet just in different colors.
Leather calf Briefcases. Inside features eight spaces for credit card, two side briefcase and unique space for bankonotes.
Leather Briefcases. Interior features eight spaces for credit cards, two spaces briefcases and only space for banknotes
Ronald Campos I believe they are the same thing in different colors. Leather might be finished a bit differently, but in use they should be identical.
Just different leather...
Ronald Campos Same leather, different finish. The calf might be more supple as compared to the ones I purchased. Softer feel, possible more prone to scratches. But should be the same in functionality.
Thanks I'm buying one.
Was gonna buy one of those other minimalist wallets where the cards are stuck together ect but this wallet is great...
Ronald Campos Nice, you'll have to let me know how you like it.
just got mine today. like it but the thing I find difficult is taking out one of the two middle cards. The top card comes out easy because you can bend the leather top back a bit in order to grab it. The bottom card comes out easy with a slide of the finger over it sliding it from the card slot. The two cards in the middle however, are difficult to take out and I wind up taking the top card out in order to get to the second and third
As the wallet breaks in, the two middle cards become easier to grab. Might take a few weeks. Regardless of which, I keep my least used cards in the middle slots on both sides as I'm sure most guys who bought this wallet do as well. Enjoy!
EpicSnuggleBunny I usually carry 4 cards with me. Does the wallet have to be full to feel "right"?
Weerzer No, the wallet will be just fine with 4 cards alone. I would probably put one in the top slot, and one in the bottom slot on both sides. This will keep the weight balanced and give you easy access to all 4 cards. As long as you don't put cards in the middle slots, those slots won't stretch out and should remain very flush with the body of the wallet.
EpicSnuggleBunny cool. thanks!
EpicSnuggleBunny If you only put 1 card on each side, would you put them on top or bottom slot? It looks like the top would be best so it would remain thinner.
Thanks for sharing this, ordered one today!
Geez you nailed that translation
Can you please do a review of your wallet present time? I think a lot would enjoy that and would be helpful to others to see it in action.
Thanks
Here you go: The best front pocket / slimline / minimalist wall: ua-cam.com/video/33KqM6Qbj9s/v-deo.html
It looks to me like the first one still has many years of life left in it.
This wallet looks promising. I may even carry two. My problem is I always get weighed down by auxiliary cards and things that I need to have just in case but don't need often. Things like your Grocery Reward card, Costco Card, Gift Cards, Gas Discount Card etc. I've tried taking them out of the wallet or leaving them in the car and grabbing as I needed but ran into many cases where I would be somewhere and needed it but didn't have it. How do you all get around that or am I alone in that problem?
You might consider an app like "Key Ring." (keyringapp.com/) It's a free app that allows you to scan all of your loyalty cards into your smart phone and ditch the physical cards.
Do they make them in full grain leather lined with pigskin? And also genuine leather, doesn't that mean lowest quality of all products made out of real leather?
+Gary Gavina genuine leather means the cheapest leather yes
I really like you review. I'm thinking of getting one. I carry the dopp black opps front pocket wallet and love it. Just wondering how much cash you can fold and carry? How many bills folded do you think it will hold? Thanks
Hi! Is this the "LEATHER BRIEFCASE" or the "LEATHER CALF BRIEFCASE"? :) 2 different wallets on the website but I can't recognize the difference and which color you have.
I am still wondering about the width and weight. In your video it says 2cm and .3kg when you show the site.. Now on the site it says 1 cm and .05 kg. Is it.4 inches wide without anything in it? That would be about 1 cm. Maybe the 2cm and .3 kg is with it full.
after using it for a while threads started coming out of the card slots as I pull the cards out. And after it stretches out with use the cards will tend to fall out if the wallet is dropped
whats the difference in the 'leather calf briefcase' and the 'leather briefcase' wallets on their site...just color?
As far as I can tell that seems to be the case. There may be a slightly different leather finish to the wallet, but that wouldn't matter unless you had both side by side.
Sweet. Thanks man!
My coach front pocket wallet died after 10 years of use. I scoured the internet in search of a new model (coach didn't make mine any longer). I found this, watched the video and was sold. The poster of the video if not in product sales, should consider it. Anyway, I ordered the wallet. Here is my review:
All of the things in the video are true and the wallet is really good with two draw backs. The wallet was designed for European currency which is larger than the US dollar. As such the wallet is bigger than needed. It should be a half inch smaller all around.
I am now the proud owner of a large bulgy front pocket and still in search of the perfect, RIGHT SIZED, front pocket wallet.
FYI, I will sell my wallet if anyone is interested. I have used it for only two days.
I agree it is a little too big. It could be 4 by 2.75 inches or 3 in with only 2 outside slots on each side. That is all I need for quick draw. I think they could eliminate 1 or 2 of the inner pockets which would leave more room for storage because the dividers take up space. They could have 1 main pocket or 2, one for cards and the other for cash to keep them separate.
I haven't decided if I am going to keep mine.
I don;t know when this was first designed ,but if i remember correctly, the lira bills weren't very big before they changed to Euros.
Is the new one the exact same size as the old one? It looks like the flap is a little bigger on the old one. Is the leather the same as the old one?
Don't know, I gave my old wallet away to a viewer who wanted it.
This great review just cost me 18€ pluss shipping!
Hello, i check this on the website and i noticed there was the leather briefcase and the calf leather one.,which kind is the one showed on this video?
Could you use this in your back pocket without damaging your cards?
What about putting like 10 bills??
I checked out the website but in the shipping menu, the US is not listed is there any other place to get one?
Don't you put your keys in the same pocket as your wallet? ie cell phone in the other pocket by itself? How do your cards hold up with your keys in the same pocket?
+tom110111
No, my keys go in my keyfob pocket, they would scratch the crap out of this and any wallet.
+EpicSnuggleBunny
not if you use a Key organizer! keeps the keys in place and won't make them scratch anything!
also I kinda think the wallet you reviewed was too bulky for a minimalist wallet... but maybe it's just cause I'm not a big fan of leather in general :P
What is the difference between the two wallets that look like this on their website? It appears as though they have different names, but they're the same price and I can't find any differing specs. is it the quality of leather?
+Jakob Reed
Different leather finishes. The calf is a softer leather.
i just ordered two :)
I don't think they are selling it anymore
I just checked the site and it still looks to be there. Use the link in the video description.
they dont make this wallet anymore u did the right thing
It's listed under WOMEN'S card holders, and is called a briefcase.
Went to the site. Would the wallet in the video be the same as theirs being described as “leather briefcase “?? Link doesn’t work anymore.
Yah same thing
thanks!
What is the name of the company?? You say it so fast I can't understand what you are saying or how to spell it.
Cuoieria Fiorentina. I have a few links in the description box above.
ok so there is 1 thing i dont understad. what do you people do with the change you get? just put it in ur pocket or throw it away cause i keep my change in my wallet
what does "CAP" mean when i am filling out my shipping information? it is a mandatory field so i cant leave it black and dont know what to write. please help. i am ordering from canada
+Umer Mumtaz It's your zip code, it stands for Codice di Avviamento Postale
Hey I won't one but I don't know the website
I have links in the description box.
Could have been a lot shorter, but thanks for the info 😊
did you pay shipping for each one?
Nope, just the basic shipping charge for all 4. Which helps bring the price per unit down.
Trying to figure out if the is a model #???
CODE: P.T024.C
There is a link in the description box as well.
Tried the link to no avail. Thank you for the information...
for some reason I can't get to the website page...
That's odd, I put a shortened link so it would work on cell phones, perhaps it won't work for other users?
I put the old link back up, but cell phones don't seem to like the symbols at the end of the link.
Portatessere = Cards holder :)
How many $1 dollar bills could you fit in the center slot?
Wow, seriously?
Perfect!
how did u have moeny to travel europe AFTER your degreee and student loans
Where there is a will, there is a way.
how many bill would you sat it fits max?
It's kind of weird they write genuine leather on it in English when it's an Italian company and sold in Italy. Who wants that written on the wallet anyway? That's like writing cotton or silk across a shirt.
Is the inner lining on the new one just as thin as the old one? It looks like there is no leather in the middle to help it stay thin, which is good.
I may have to take the plunge.
Canyon Overlook
Cause there are different classes of leather, it needs to say it on there. Genuine Leather means that it is made from real leather parts but it's not pure leather. It's a category sort of like Formula 1 vs Formula 3 car racing.
Yes, but why is it in English? Do they have it in Italian for the ones they sell in Italy.
Is it a law they have to have it on there?
+Canyon Overlook I am not sure if there is a law, but here in germany a lot of wallets have an "genuine leather - Echtleder" stamp on there as well.
This looks like a really primitive and basic Bellroy.
it costs about $50 and takes about 3 days
Also looks like they added non-leather different color versions for slightly less money. www.cuoieriafiorentina.it/shop/prodotto/portatessere-in-vitello-martellato/UC5EMDI0/
They had that variation previously, it's a hammered calf finish instead of the nice smooth leather finish of the ones in this video. Originally they were both 18 euro, but since you guys have bought so many of the model in this video, they bumped the price by 6 euro. Unfortunate, but that's business I guess.
how can you order one here in the U.S. ?????
You should do an update of the new one -
That's certainly possible. I'll see if I have time this weekend.
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Have you noticed any difference in the new version?
Other than the ones pointed out in the video such as the upgraded interior polyester material and new logo, not really.
Ok thank you. I placed an order for two of them four days ago, waiting for them to come in. Thank you very much for your video.
Nice.
Minimalist is better - slimmer & way better looking. This looks like it's designed by an old man, for an old man.
beautiful wallet but including shipping was 39 euros or 67 dollars. I passed.
And I love mine - wish i ordered a second - with that said - if you decide you need another to make sure you have enough to last to your demise - let me know and I'll split shipping - remorse I didn't order 2 or 3!
do your cards get worn out on the ends?
Not enough to worry about. In the last 8 years I've never had problem with any of my cards breaking, cracking or wearing prematurely. I however, do not carry my keys in the same pocket as my wallet, nor do I position the cards in the pockets with the magnetic strip showing.
In the opening of the video all of my cards are backwards to prevent anyone from seeing the card numbers, but that was just for the video. In real life, all of the cards are reversed to protect the magnetic strips.
where do you put your coins?
I hate coins.