Mine is literally being held together by two rubber bands.

Suggestions for a new one would be most welcome. Though to be clear, I’m not asking for an idealised wallet, I’m asking for the specific one that you have now that has lasted you X years without complaint

The more worn and frayed, the better

Edit: the above image is just a stock google photo

  • Mac@mander.xyzEnglish
    2·
    12 hours ago

    My last wallet was an aluminum cardholder with a strap and it lasted a long time. Of course, it still lasts, though the elastic straps have gotten weaker.

    My current wallet is an ultra-slim made out of recycled bicycle innertubes. I expect it to last quite a while.

  • Blackout@fedia.io
    12·
    1 day ago

    Does your area have any craft fairs or farmers markets? I bought mine from a local maker. Not as cheap as China but quality material and cheaper than a US corporation made version. I see them occasionally and they always say hi

  • sevan@lemmy.caEnglish
    2·
    23 hours ago

    I like my Allet Original, which I’ve had for 10 years and is in excellent condition. The price has almost doubled since then, (from $35 to $65), but if I needed a new wallet today, I’d get another one.

  • suburban_hillbilly@lemmy.mlEnglish
    11·
    1 day ago

    Saddleback leather company. It’s expensive but my last wallet was 12 years old and looked like it had barely started to wear. I only replaced it because it was stolen. I have no doubt their tag line of ‘they’ll fight over it when you’re dead’ is exactly what you’re getting.

  • Ephera@lemmy.mlEnglish
    5·
    15 hours ago

    Perhaps more relevant for the vegan crowd, but I bought a cork wallet about two years ago and it still looks basically like new. I bought one that’s dyed black and there’s minor specks where the undyed cork shimmers through, but I could probably just take a sharpie and colour that back in.

    I do also have high hopes for it, because I bought a cork belt around the same time and well, normally I’d expect a belt to fall apart roundabout now, whereas this one looks like it could last another two years or more.

    • shinratdr@lemmy.caEnglish
      2·
      1 day ago

      Yep been using my Secrid since my doctor told me to stop keeping my wallet in my back pocket, I figured it was good to slim it down if it needs to go in my front pocket now.

      Been using them for 10 years, I have replaced them but only because I like changing the colour/style every so often. Wouldn’t use anything else.

    • sit@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
      21·
      1 day ago

      Even though I’m not familiar with them I associated planned obsolescence when I saw their design.

  • bluGill@fedia.io
    93·
    1 day ago

    Go to your local library and look for whatever “leather working for beginners” book they have and read it. Then go to the local craft store and buy a scrap of leather, and some thread. You can also youtube for how to make a wallet videos. You don’t need many fancy tools use, a fork to mark where the evenly spaced holes should be, then a nail/hammer to punch the holes, and needle will work for sewing (though I’m told a real leather needle is much better and cheap if you buy any tools).

    Note that your book will show you lots of fancy patterns you can put on the wallet with expensive tools. It is up to you if that is worth it.

  • Canonical_Warlock@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
    5·
    1 day ago

    I’ve hade one of the ridge titanium card wallets for the better part of a decade now. I thought the elastic would have worn out by now but it still isn’t showing any signs of wear.

  • fakeman_pretendname@feddit.ukEnglish
    61·
    1 day ago

    You can use gaffer tape to rebuild some of the sections which have worn through.

    [Edit] Though, looking at my wallet, I’m at the stage where the gaffer tape is wearing thin in places, so some of my gaffer tape needs gaffer tape.

  • Brave Little Hitachi Wand@lemmy.worldEnglish
    51·
    1 day ago

    I think my favourite wallet I’ve ever had was when I found a tyvek envelope, cut it open, and folded it into a wallet. There are videos you can find on origami wallets, it’s dead simple. Not only is a tyvek one basically impervious to rips, you can rebuild a new one at the drop of a hat.

    • wewbull@feddit.ukEnglish
      2·
      1 day ago

      Not Ridge (they’re too pricey IMHO) but similar…

      I really like this style that has a wrap around note pocket that closes. I don’t like the “Money clip” method of having cash. I don’t trust it. So having a sealed compartment for cash / receipts works better for me and you still have quick access to cards.

      • rhacer@lemmy.worldEnglish
        1·
        1 day ago

        They definitely are proud of their product. It was a huge change for me. I’d been a back pocket bifold or trifold guy my entire life, and I just got to the point I hated it. Had to remove it from my pocket if I was driving or riding my motorcycle or sitting for any extended period of time. It collected crap I had no need to collect, etc.

        Bought my Ridge, my wife laughed and said"that elastic will never last". I’m still on my first elastic!

        I bought them for two of my three sons who also love theirs.

        All that said, I’ve looked a couple of times at ones like you shared, and think they would work great also.

  • thatKamGuy@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
    3·
    1 day ago

    Prior to the US tariff fiasco, I would have easily recommended something from Dango - I absolutely love my T01, which I’ve had now for the better part of a decade and the only way to tell is to compare the rawhide under the band to the rest of the body…

    …so while I don’t need a replacement anytime soon, I am also keen to see others recommendations!