Bellroy Card Sleeve vs Herschel Charlie - Slim Wallet Review + GIVEAWAY!
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- čas přidán 29. 06. 2024
- As both an EDC person and a slim wallet guy, I'm always on the lookout for the best slim wallet and in this video, I compare the ultra slim wallet Bellroy Card Sleeve, my slim-wallet of 10+ years, the Herschel Charlie wallet, and my first slim wallet: the Herschel Raven with built-in money clip. I'm also giving away, not one, but two slim wallets in this video, so be sure to enter on time for your chance to win!
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LINKS & TIMELINE
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✅ LINKS for the Slim Wallets in this video:
🔗 Bellroy Card Sleeve on Amazon: amzn.to/3IyhuOg
🔗 Herschel "Charlie" on Amazon: amzn.to/3HjF3sA
0:00 - Intro
1:19 - My Wallet Requirements
1:40 - Herschel Raven Wallet
2:28 - My Wallet for Travel
3:26 - Herschel Charlie Wallet
4:21 - Bellroy Card Sleeve Unboxing
5:20 - Review - Bellroy Card Sleeve
7:08 - A Reminder
7:52 - Winner Draw for Lamy Safaris
I believe that slim wallets are the best wallets because they eliminate annoying pocket-bulge, force us to be conscious about all the junk we might typically just shove in our wallets, and, even if you're the type of person who needs to carry tons of cards and cash, make a great primary holder for the very few most-commonly-used cards and a bit of cash.
There are many slim wallet options, but in this video, I break down the few that I have real life experience using for extended periods of time. The Bellroy Card Sleeve is my newest slim wallet, and unboxing it in this video was just the start, as I really put it through its paces for more than 2 weeks before finishing off this video so I could give my honest real-life-use thoughts.
The Herschel Charlie wallet has been my tried-tested-and-true workhorse slim wallet companion for over a decade, and it's something I can definitely put my name behind, in quality, functionality, aesthetics, and value.
My very first slim-wallet was the Raven by Herschel Supply wallet, and is particularly awesome for folks who use cash since not only is it a super slim wallet that easily holds 7 or 8 cards, but also, has an integrated money-clip for cash bills.
I've loved my slim wallets for over 15 years, and that's why, in this video, I'm also giving-away two of them - brand new, never unboxed, and rare since they've both been discontinued completely.
I'd love to know your wallet of choice, whether it's a slim wallet or not, since as you know, I love all things EDC, and everyday carry items are ones that I always look to add to my collection as I continue this neverending journey of finding the best tools that I'll actually use, every single day.
#SlimWallet #EDC #EverdayCarry
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DISCLAIMERS:
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I've been using this Bellroy Card Sleeve for 5+ years and have loved it every single day. Even for the 2 weeks when it was lost. It felt out of my parked truck on a Toronto street in the winter, into a snow bank, ended up soaked, ran over, and eventually found and returned by a good Samaratin to the local police station. Had dirt ground into it, looked beaten up, but within a few weeks of use, the leather bounced back so amazingly well. That was 2 years ago, and it looks amazing to this day. I can confirm, the pull tab still works perfectly. The wallet looks incredible after 5 years, not a stitch is out of place. 10/10
I’ve been using the bellroy card sleeve for almost a year and loved every single day with it. The smooth leather, small print and easy access is my main reason for using it. Love your videos man. Keep it up
For nearly two decades, I used a Cross bifold. This year, I started a new side project that needed its own small planner, so I decided to make the passport-sized Traveler's Company notebook part of my EDC. I've migrated my wallet into the vinyl zip pouch. It also has two notebook inserts and a kraft folder, as well as a pen loop. Despite all that, it comes out _thinner_ than the Cross wallet. That said, it's about as wide as I could possibly go for a pocket wallet, and I don't know that I'll continue to use this setup once the side project is complete. But it's super handy to always have a notebook and a pen on hand.
Currently using herschel charlie in leather version and absolutely loving it usually i put 1 card in each front slot and 2 card in back slot and some cash in the middle
My current edc wallet that I carry with me is the Revelot W1 SMART. I used it pretty often as I still use cash when they do not have other options. Plus it is quite durable and compact, most often than not I will just chuck it into my slings with my keys and everything and it still holds up quite well to all the beating that it has gone through.
I’m using a slim wallet I bought on a whim from Target, works great so far. Thanks for the video!
After carrying a George Costanza wallet for far too long, my current EDC is the BULLIANT slim Leather Wallet Front Pocket Card Holder. The Bulliant has held up extremely well over the last year, looks pretty sleek, and is extremely affordable. If there's one downside, it may have still have too much storage, so if you're not diligent, pocket bloat can easily return.
Thanks for the great content and reviews!
I use a RAINS water resistant slim leather wallet I got through a Bespoke Post box. Before that I was using a generic knockoff of a ridge wallet I found in Amazon, and was using that for a few years before I swapped about a month ago. It’s a lot slimmer than what I was using before, and it’s helped me cut back on carrying around so much bloat. Also it looks super clean, which is half the battle.
Good video Maurice 🙂 Some useful info about the pull strap and the card or cash. I am currently using my Mitchell Leather Money Clip wallet. 👍🏻🙂
I use the Bellroy Slim in black leather and I’m really like it so far. I hope it holds up well through time.
Just discovered your channel/video. I have to say that bellroy has been serving me well for the last 4 years. After a bit of time, the leather stretches enough for the outside card to go down a bit more to have the pull-tab just barely outside for you to reach it better. But I don’t put cash/credit card on the outside b/c it increases the overall thickness.
I place my most often used cards inside but on the outer part of the stack. So when I pull it up, just tune bit, I have access to 2 cards on the outside.
Put thin cards on the outside (like metro) since I found that it reduces the overall thickness and prevents leaving any marks on the pants. I place the once/twice a day use cards like the metro on the outside since it is harder to pull cards from the outside than inside.
Also, since I carry very few bills (couple of $20s), I do a 2-fold to make it barely as thick as a card and put it inside but on the outer part of the stack. Cash slides deeper into the stack so that only when I pull the tab all the way, the cash pops up. On a light pull, I get access to the cards on the stack.
I purchased a bell Roy slim sleeve and was also surprised at how thin the leather was. To me that made it feel cheap. Considering it was 89$ I expected more. It quickly loosened up to where my cards would just slide out with little effort.
I just recently picked up a Coach medium zip around wallet from a friend. Slightly bigger than what I’m used to carrying, but it’s nice for my needs right now.
I have been using a Mitchell Leather Money Clip wallet for about 4 years... Minimal, with a great design!
I currently use the trayvax accent and I love the leather smell. I am looking at the trove to go slim and change it up . You can’t beat leather
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Entries are now closed - Thanks for everyone who entered! Winner will be announced in the next video!
I currently use a ridge wallet. The "half dome" style. It's done me well going on almost a year with it. It ages very well imo
The herschel Charlie is massive, I brought one years ago thinking it was small but it’s not…
I used a lascote card holder for years, moved to a Hugo boss one when the lascote one got tried looking…
Tried using the herschel after nearly losing the the Hugo… but I took one look at it when it arrived and placed it in the draw.
Been using a life adventure bifold that is the same size of most card holders, folded the other way for quicker access to the cards and the notes went in the middle.
Just went to look for the Herschel and I’ve found an animal card holder that I never knew I had…. Smaller than my leather card holders, going to run with that for a while with a money clip to see how it goes.
I use a wallet from Minimalism Brand modified without the pull tab. It acommodates my 6 to 8 EDC cards, as well as cash, an victorinox mini and a bic lighter. All in a package smaller than an altoids tin so pretty happy with it
I use a slim wallet from Zara, it only has 3 slots so I push two cards into each slot. I love the cards you drew! :)
Right now I’m using a bellroy. It’s so convenient 🙌🏽
I've been using a Dash wallet for several years now. It's holds up pretty well, fit all my cards and cash. I have to add an insert for my coins though..
I use the aluminum version of Ridge wallet with money clip. A big downside for me is that it’s very heavy.
hey just FYI - cash can be done on the charlie wallet. I have the same leather one as you and have tons of cash + cards. the secret is to fold the cash and press down with some weights (or just place the notes upside down in the wallet and it slims out over time). once the fold crease is solid, it fits in sooo good!
Like the Bellroy stuff, another excellent presentation 👍👍
Right now, I’m using the Popov Leather 5 card wallet. I recently got into wallets and never looked back.💯
I’m using a 1/1 carved wallet. I’ve used it for a bit over a year and it’s holding up well. Though you can only put in about 5 cards and then some cash.
My current wallet is an Anovus Smart AirTag Wallet.
Really enjoy your videos!
I’m currently using the Apple mag-safe leather wallet. I only carry 3 cards so it’s perfect for me.
My go to is a Gucci Kingsnake card holder, and I also just picked up a nomad horween leather card wallet.
I also have a Bellroy Hide n Seek billfold, but I never use it as it's too big for my liking
How many embossed cards will fit in the bellroy? The Credit Cards are normally all embossed, but you didn't mention a thing? Thanks.
I’ve been using burnt titanium ridge wallet since 2019 went a for a minimalist wallet after losing $700 cash once in my old style bifold leather wallet. Made the choice to Completely go card only and carry emergency cash $50 at most 2 $20 1 $10. Still love it but looking for additional wallet leather preferably I miss the texture mostly and the looks of it. Do you have any vids on nomad wallets? those have also caught my eye right now.
I have used a Secrid wallet for the last ten years or so. Works for me.
i am in love with bellroy products
Hey man, seeing you cards and cash requirements I would encourage you to buy an Open Sea Leather Gundeck as it hits all your requirements and it'll look cleaner tbh
Just got the Herschel Charlie off ASOS for about 24$ aud. Not the leather one though, very Nice and slim.
Bleep! Ketelatan! I was hoping to enter the give away but I just found out about your video today - October. Ya, sudah! It is such a nice surprise seeing you slipping an Indonesian Rupiah (2:40). I'm planning on visiting Jakarta soon. I will tell her you say hello. :-) Excellent video! Keep up the good work!
I currently use a slim, folding, minimalist bifold wallet sold by Kinzd and is made of a microfiber synthetic material.
I use open sea topsider wallet currently great quality and slim fit
i own both Herschel Wallets i like the Raven more. i have them both in leather Brown. Didn't know the Raven was discontinued . i also own a louis Vuitton , Gucci , Coach and Bellroy wallet. i just love leather wallets.
had one of these, Bellroy stretches within less than a month - I returned 2 of them
Herschel Charlie “leather” version is not available on Amazon presently, I think. Any other suggestions?
It's funny ou mentioned having 2 of the same wallet. I myself have 3 Bellroy Card Sleeves. A light tan, a medium tan, and a green. I've bought them as I love the wallet so much, I wanted to have back ups in case one ever got lost, stolen, damaged etc. and in the worst case scenario that they stopped making them.
I'm currently using the Vaultskin Chelsea Slim Leather wallet.
I use the Recycled Firefighter front pocket wallet.
I have been using the Herschel charlie for about 8years
I have been using crabby gears crabby wallet. Its a front pocket wallet I highly recommend.
I recommend leaving your Costco card in your vehicle, and a digital version on your phone.
Woooaah I'm on row 24 in the spreadsheet :) I just had my birthday last Feb 24
I've been using the Vaultsking Manhattan for 4 years now but it recently failed on me, the elastic strap ripped. I would love to win the Herschel wallet to replace it.
I live in Europe and cash here is very common and also coins. So i use a bifolder to carry my 5 cards cash and my coins.
I’m using the bellroy card pocket.
I am using the Tauruscamp Grain Wallet I bought on Etsy
I'm using a lambskin billfold. Thank you.
I recently move again to a bifold by Armani [it's almost new] because my slim wallet fall apart and I can't decide mi next slim wallet, I'm interested in some Bellroy's models
Any updates how the pull tab is holding?
Congrats to the winner👍
I’ve been using bellroy apex slim sleeve wallet for an year now
Wish I could find a leather raven
I'm using a Big Skinny Trifold in Black. I carry a lot of cards and it holds it all without getting too bulky :)
Bellroy card sleeve all the way!
I use the classic herschel wallet
Im using Open Sea Leather wallet.
Coach makes the same style as the raven but cost a lil more cause its a coach
I love the fake cards you drew. Hahaha!
What model knife is that?
Hers over bellroy all year long!!! 🇨🇦🇰🇷
I just carry my card and Drivers, I have a bulky Pokémon wallet my wife got me, but I think it’s because it’s bulky I leave it at home
Sering ke indo ya mas 😆
Too bad herschel don't have the Raven Leather quite disappointing it's even on available on Amazon real bummer
Yes you do need to stock cash to your wallet in indonesia 😂 until recently
I use the belroy Apex it holds my 7 cards and 0-7 bills perfectly. Check it out
Using an older secrid
2:46 wow Indonesian Rupiah 😃
Ridge wallet
Woooah you got seratus ribu rupiah there
Micro Sleeve is better...
unfortunately, I don't have a pocket for the cardsunfortunately, I don't have a pocket for cards, so I put them in the pocket of the phone case , so I put them in the pocket of the phone caseunfortunately, I don't have a pocket for the cards, so I put them in the pocket of the phone case.
A realtively cheap aging amazon bifold.
i love how you used fake cards thats funny
Congrats! - you’re the winner of the Herschel Charlie - please DM me on Instagram (IG: mauricemoves) to arrange shipping. If you don’t direct message me by March 31st, I will redraw for a new winner! Thanks! 🙏
Don't use cards, use cash. If they phase out cash and everything becomes digital, they can take whatever they want from you. Cash is freedom.