I am a bookworm. I don't apologize for it, I've been a bookworm as long as I can remember. I am also, if you listen to my kids, something of a "Technophobe". Simply put, I don't like gadgets and I'm somewhat uncomfortable with all the electronic gizmos that have taken over our lives. Enter the Kindle. I got one for Christmas and after downloading and reading my first book, I was hooked. The only problem I had was that it was small for old hands (easily dropped), hard to prop up to read and, at least to my mind, somewhat fragile.
I looked for something to protect it and found the DuraGadget case and cover. Great! Something that covered all of my issues in one fell swoop! I received the cover, installed the Kindle by simply sliding it into the case (no bands or corner tabs to fight), and it worked without any interference at all. It serves as a protector, a reading prop, and adds enough bulk to make holding the Kindle easier for old hands without being too ungainly.
Constructed of a very fine grained leather over a stiff form it has a good feel. The leather hinged cover doubles as the base for the prop stand like a picture frame brace. It is wide enough to be stable without getting in the way and has a latch to hold it closed with two rare earth magnets. All of the Kindle controls are easily accessible and the unit can be charged and operated in the case either open or closed. Fit and finish are good, the stitching is fine and there are no rough edges anywhere. The Kindle is retained not by elastic bands but by a glove tight fit. If I have any gripes about the construction it would be that I think the leather cover hinges could be a bit more robust, but then I'm a belt AND suspenders kind of guy!
All in all, I haven't found anything I don't like about the cover and quite a lot that I do like. Who knew I could come to love one of those infernal e-lec-tronic devices!
Product information
| Package Dimensions | 6.69 x 4.96 x 0.87 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 5 ounces |
| ASIN | B00432ZUT2 |
| Item model number | 695 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.0 out of 5 stars |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | January 14, 2012 |
| Manufacturer | DURAGADGET |
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