Recto Verso SLG - Thoughts and Comparisons
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Some pictures comparing to mini Pochette. It doesn’t fit inside MP (I wasn’t going to jam it further down to test. I stopped when it was too tight)
Trying cards and cash in various spots
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Oh no! Thought for sure dimensions would let it squeeze into the MPA. Bummer.
Do you like it still? Waiting for mine to arrive..
Congrats on yours!
I thought it would too. Maybe someone else is more daring than I am to just shove it in there, but I didn't want to chance wrecking the glazing.
My thoughts so far- I would put coins in the zipped part because the front flap section is tight so not many coins would fit. Even putting coins in the zipped part will probably not hold as many as inside the round coin holder. I think that overall, all spots on this, may hold as many cards/bills as a key pouch. The key pouch would obviously be better if you want to put big keys, chapstick, etc inside.
If you want something just for holding keys, stick with the six key holder or key pouch. If I put my car fob (keyless entry) and/or keys inside the zipped section, it renders the back card slots useless. I don't believe I can put both my fob and 4 keys inside the zipped area together (that is with the key ring hanging outside). It would be best to put your fob and/or keys on that hook and let them hang outside the wallet if you want to be able to use all of the other spots of this.
The front flap section holds about 5-6 cards without bulging. I wouldn't put my bills in the slip pocket behind that area unless folding into quarters as I didn't like how it stuck out when folding in half. I liked the bills being in the flap section so there would be no worry about accidentally zipping over them in zipped section.
The hardware is shinier than on the Mini Pochette so that is nice. I wish they did that on more items. I will upload another picture to show the comparison shortly.
I like this item, but not sure it is worth the $590 plus tax. It would be if I could get my keys or car fob (preferably both) into the zipped area and not lose the ability to put my cards in the back slots.
Great initial thoughts, thank you for this! I wouldn’t want to force it in the MPA either. I also wondered about the keys being in the center if that would effect the card slots. I ordered Empreinte so I’m hoping for a little more “give” where this is concerned. My keyless fob is not huge but it’s not small either. I’ll update when it arrives tomorrow.
Probably more give. I’m interested to see.
Here is picture comparing MP hardware to shiny Recto Verso hardware
thanks for this info. what about keys inside zip but fob separate in the button pocket? do you think that would be an option? can you also share where it was made? and if you’d be willing... a pic next to a key pouch?
It still distorts the back card slots (I noticed this while the keys were inside, but no cards in the slots) unless you put keys in separate without a ring and lay them all flat maybe?
that’s unfortunate
i usually keep my keys outside my key pouch but my fob inside the key pouch... so maybe a similar arrangement would work...
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Anyone know if the Recto Verso larger than the Taiga coin cardholder? I own the Lagoon Blue one and am hoping the Recto is a bit bigger. Mine will be delivered Thursday! I can't wait to see it in person!
As stated on LV website:
Recto Verso- 5.12 x 3.74 x 0.98 inches
Coin Card Holder- 3.15 x 5.71 x 0.39 inches
Hello! Unfortunately the website is incorrect. Per LV website the measurements are length × heigth x width. My coin card holder is approximately 6 inches long not 3.15 nor is it 5.71 in height...that is to say if the are measuring horizontally. Either way the website is incorrect.
I received mine today and for me it’s the perfect size. I only need something that allows me to carry a little cash, ID, and a couple of cards. It’s a nice slim profile that I can throw in my medium to larger bags or can fit nicely in my MPA as well. Love it and happy with my decision to purchase it.
How were you able to get it inside your Mini Pochette (or are you talking about multi pochette, some people use the same abbreviation for different items so it is confusing)? It wouldn't go without me jamming it and I didn't want to try that!
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