Calvi card case owners.
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Yes, I know but it just scares me. Just waiting for the right moment to use. Thanks
Vlad has stated that the apps are maintained by a third party and for consistent experience to use mobile web. This is understandable as a small company can't do its own app dev. I find mobile web much easier.
Sorry mods for the OT, once again, these exotic Calvis are killing me. I do not think I have the courage as my Calvis get banged up in my bags.
Hello,
I picked up this Calvi card holder from H.com. It’s red piment, in the madame calfskin. However, I was disappointed to see that the little notches where the leather folds aren’t aligned with each other. Also, the interior corners, near the notches are starting to curl up. Is this normal?
We don’t have a boutique in my state, so I have nothing to compare. I’m attaching photos, but I’m not sure if what I’m referring to will come across well in the photos... I’m not the best photographer. Lol
TIA
I picked up this Calvi card holder from H.com. It’s red piment, in the madame calfskin. However, I was disappointed to see that the little notches where the leather folds aren’t aligned with each other. Also, the interior corners, near the notches are starting to curl up. Is this normal?
We don’t have a boutique in my state, so I have nothing to compare. I’m attaching photos, but I’m not sure if what I’m referring to will come across well in the photos... I’m not the best photographer. Lol
TIA
Hello,
I picked up this Calvi card holder from H.com. It’s red piment, in the madame calfskin. However, I was disappointed to see that the little notches where the leather folds aren’t aligned with each other. Also, the interior corners, near the notches are starting to curl up. Is this normal?
We don’t have a boutique in my state, so I have nothing to compare. I’m attaching photos, but I’m not sure if what I’m referring to will come across well in the photos... I’m not the best photographer. Lol
TIA
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It looks fine to me! You've got a beautiful color that doesn't show up often on the website. My advice would be to use it and enjoy it.
Yes . normalHello,
I picked up this Calvi card holder from H.com. It’s red piment, in the madame calfskin. However, I was disappointed to see that the little notches where the leather folds aren’t aligned with each other. Also, the interior corners, near the notches are starting to curl up. Is this normal?
We don’t have a boutique in my state, so I have nothing to compare. I’m attaching photos, but I’m not sure if what I’m referring to will come across well in the photos... I’m not the best photographer. Lol
TIA
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Hi there - yes, looks normal to me too.Hello,
I picked up this Calvi card holder from H.com. It’s red piment, in the madame calfskin. However, I was disappointed to see that the little notches where the leather folds aren’t aligned with each other. Also, the interior corners, near the notches are starting to curl up. Is this normal?
We don’t have a boutique in my state, so I have nothing to compare. I’m attaching photos, but I’m not sure if what I’m referring to will come across well in the photos... I’m not the best photographer. Lol
TIA
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NormalHello,
I picked up this Calvi card holder from H.com. It’s red piment, in the madame calfskin. However, I was disappointed to see that the little notches where the leather folds aren’t aligned with each other. Also, the interior corners, near the notches are starting to curl up. Is this normal?
We don’t have a boutique in my state, so I have nothing to compare. I’m attaching photos, but I’m not sure if what I’m referring to will come across well in the photos... I’m not the best photographer. Lol
TIA
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They're handmade dont forget
I don’t carry a lot of cards and they don’t slide out. They may be loose but I have never had them slide out. Just fold a few bills in with them and they will be secure. I always have a few bills on hand.
Hello everyone,
I hope the community can help me with some questions I have. I recently ordered a couple of Bastias and Calvis in Chevre. The black one I received was unfortunately a bit crooked (when closed the edges did not align, but were lopsided), so I ordered another two to pick the best one. I now discovered the following:
1.) Chevre grain to me seems to look different horizontally from vertically, which to my eye seems to Impact the sheen. However, when Bastia or Calvi are produced, the craftsperson does not seem to use a special direction for vertical or horizontal. When the grain (to me it is sort of oval) is aligned horizontally, the Calvi has quite a disintive sheen, when it is vertically, the Calvi Looks matte and teh grain more pronounced. Has anyone experienced teh same?
2.) The Calvi with the sheen (which I prefer visually) is not as sturdy as the matte one or teh Bastia received (super sturdy and apparently grain aso aligned vertically). I have read a lot of the discussions about which leather is best for Calvi. While some People prefer Epsom for sturdiness, wear & tear, other clealy prefer Chevre. So my questions is: How important is it that a Chevre Calvi is sturdy to begin with?
TIA
I hope the community can help me with some questions I have. I recently ordered a couple of Bastias and Calvis in Chevre. The black one I received was unfortunately a bit crooked (when closed the edges did not align, but were lopsided), so I ordered another two to pick the best one. I now discovered the following:
1.) Chevre grain to me seems to look different horizontally from vertically, which to my eye seems to Impact the sheen. However, when Bastia or Calvi are produced, the craftsperson does not seem to use a special direction for vertical or horizontal. When the grain (to me it is sort of oval) is aligned horizontally, the Calvi has quite a disintive sheen, when it is vertically, the Calvi Looks matte and teh grain more pronounced. Has anyone experienced teh same?
2.) The Calvi with the sheen (which I prefer visually) is not as sturdy as the matte one or teh Bastia received (super sturdy and apparently grain aso aligned vertically). I have read a lot of the discussions about which leather is best for Calvi. While some People prefer Epsom for sturdiness, wear & tear, other clealy prefer Chevre. So my questions is: How important is it that a Chevre Calvi is sturdy to begin with?
TIA
With regard to your observations about the sheen on a chèvre Calvi, obviously this is dependent upon orientation of the grain. Unlike a handbag, there is no fixed orientation for a Calvi being either landscape or portrait according to however you are using it, holding it or placing it on a surface.
Unless you are planning to abuse your Calvi by placing it in a pocket with sand or grit, any of the leathers should be suitably robust for normal usage.
You should be able to make your selection with confidence according which you find aesthetically most appealing.