Saddleback Leather Co.

Saddleback Leather Wallet Small

• leather
• 100 year warranty to not fall apart
• 3 credit card slots (each fits more than one card); 1 cash slot in center; 1 license slot with no plastic

Product Description

The number of stitches per linear inch, the thickness of thread for aesthetics, the thickness of leather, the slippage of the lining, the radius of the corners, the dimensions to make it most useful, number of pockets, positioning of pockets to keep balance when full, where to stitch, where not to.?? A lot of thought went into these designs to make them the way they are.?? They were extensively used by myself, my wife and a friend or two and then evaluated.?? They were changed over and over again to be exactly what I wanted for myself.?? I truly believe that these are the most well thought out wallets you?ll ever know. ??

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0024YZFKU
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (79 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #859 in Clothing (See Top 100 in Clothing)
  • #12 in Clothing > Men > Accessories > Wallets

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just what I needed, December 14, 2009

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Traveling Attorney "TK" (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Saddleback Leather Wallet Small (Apparel)

This was the perfect wallet for me. I have way too much stuff to fit in any one wallet without causing serious back pain, so I've gone to a two wallet system with this as my main wallet with everyday cards and my license/metro card. Saddleback's small leather wallet proved to be just what the doctor ordered.

I would like to second the other reviews on here that say you need to break it in a bit. Start from the middle (cash slot) and stuff the wallet full for a couple days. I would recommend 8 folded bills, three plastic cards in each of the back slots, two cards in the front card slot (plus a slimmer card if you have it), and one card behind the license on the front. When you think the wallet is ready, cut down to 2 cards in each pocket and 6 bills or so. It will hold everything securely, no worries about anything falling out, but you can easily get what you need. Keeping another card behind the license is key to getting the license out quickly.

I ordered the wallet in the dark tobacco color and I couldn't be happier. Looks terrific, shows some character from use, just a great looking wallet. To add to what an earlier review said about his success using the wallet to start conversations with guys: girls also notice the wallet! Surprisingly they really like the smell of the wallet in addition to the feel and look. Everybody appreciates good craftsmanship, just an added bonus I suppose.

Only potential negative is the Saddleback leather brand on the back of the wallet. It is about 1" x 0.5", probably a bit bigger than I would have liked, but by no means overwhelming or gaudy. I am sure that it will look better with age, but it's something to consider.

I am fully confident that this will be the last front pocket wallet I ever buy.

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars UPDATED Durable and Great Looking - One Major Problem - SOLVED, April 2, 2011

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M. T. Vancampen (Houston, TX) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Saddleback Leather Wallet Small (Apparel)

UPDATE: I wrote the below review a while back. Based on my experience, Saddleback contacted me and offered me a replacement wallet. They could not have been more kind and easy to work with--even though i was not the most cooperative. I have ad the new wallet for a few months and absolutely love it. This is a great company with an outstanding product and exceptional customer service; I can't use enough superlatives to express how happy I am with Saddleback and my wallet. If it is not right, they will make it right. Do not hesitate to order a wallet (or any other leather piece) from Saddleback.

This is a great looking wallet; I got the tobacco brown. I am absolutely sure it will last a long, long time. I was very excited when I got it. When I first put all my cards in place I noticed something that is pointed out in another review. The upper pocket on the side opposite the drivers license side is not low enough. Your cards are above flush with the top of the wallet. This would not be a big deal if it weren't that all the images show that this pocket allows the cards to sit below the top of the wallet and below the stitching. I would assume I just got a flawed one but am not so sure now that I read another review mentioning the same thing. Plus, after ordering it I suggested this to a few friends who bought them on my advice and then noticed the same issue.

The real issue for me is that after deciding it really wasn't a big deal I used it for a few months I noticed that the tops of the cards I kept in that slot began to grow rough and frayed. When reaching into my pocket to grab the wallet, I often felt rough plastic instead of soft leather as I expected. This is probably a minor issue but it is enough of a design flaw for me that I had to retire this wallet that I had hoped would last forever. I would add that the information the other reviewer shared about the cards resting that high in the wallet making it hard to use the center slot intended for cash is entirely true. I recently pulled it out of the drawer to use again because I like the look and feel so much. However, after only a few days, I put it away for the same reasons as before. I should have gone with my initial impression and returned it when I got it but I hate the hassle/wasted time of dealing w/ refunds or sending in a defective product for a replacement via mail then waiting three times as long as you originally planned for a quality product when it isn't a very expensive item. That is really my issue since I know this is a good company and they would have accepted a return but given that I have seen the same issue on multiple wallets I am not sure it would have been worth it. I still think this is a good wallet (everyone I know who got one likes it and think the virtues of this wallet far outweigh this minor design issue) and a cool company but this wallet is just not for me.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars With a little training this puppy will be a friend for life., September 11, 2009

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Joel (Michigan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Saddleback Leather Wallet Small (Apparel)

It's a little tight but I've found that if I cram a few extra cards in for about a week the leather stretches nicely. Just like a good pair of boots or a baseball glove you've got to break it in. Keep an eye on it and test it daily to be sure you don't over stretch the slot. I also bought the passport holder and slip this one inside to hold my important stuff which works beautifully. A man's wallet is an item that can define him, and over time his [...] defines it. Unlike most women and their purses.. it's a symbiotic relationship that is meant to last. When I set this baby down on the bar I look out of the corner of my eye at the guy next to me and wait for him, like clockwork, to lift an eyebrow and then turn his head. My wallet has started more than one "interesting" conversation. I have been searching for the perfect wallet for 4 years ever since my 3rd fossil gave out. No more rubber bands for me, I'm done. This is it. I get the feeling that somehow my leather will save my life. But if it doesn't I'm sure my children and grandchildren will fight over it.

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