Weight difference for leather vs. metal case?

Pickngrin · 04-09-06, 10:10 PM

I have a Rhinoskin for my Axim X30 that has certainly been protective... however, I carry it in my pants pocket and last week, the seam in my dress pants pocket came undone from the weight and bulk. I'm considering buying one of the leather flip cases (I've read through all the review threads...hard to decide) but want to know if there is much of a difference in weight and/or bulk between a Rhinoskin type case and one of the leathers (e.g., Bellagio, EB Slipper).

Thanks

stevenator65 · 04-09-06, 11:05 PM

I have the Sena. It is a little lighter, but not alot. Surprisingly, the aluminum cases aren't that heavy. The difference is in the bulk. Leather is far less bulkier.

**Frenchy** · 04-09-06, 11:09 PM

I agree with Stevenator65, the bulk is the problem. The leather cases are fitting more like a glove and has some give. The metal cases are as is you can't sqeeze them in (i know you can use a hammer but..)

Pickngrin · 04-10-06, 11:55 AM

Thanks. Also, I am unclear on whether the Sena leather case for the X30 accomodates the extended battery or not. A posted review (circa 2004) indicated that it does not, although other posts indicate that it does. Has the case been upgraded? I emailed aximcases.com to ask them, but haven't heard back yet.

Thanks