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Looking for slim wallet recommendations
I'm in the market for a new wallet. I had used leather trifolds for many years then switched to a cheap Chinese knockoff of the Ridge wallet a few years ago. It's been pretty good, but it's showing its age a bit and I want something that looks a bit nicer.
I want something slim that can go in my front pocket while leaving room for keys and other stuff. It needs to hold 9-10 cards and a small amount of cash. Preferably not more than $80-$90. Though I'd love to know what you all use regardless.
I ended up with this random cheap one from amazon. I'm sure you can find a similar form factor from a real company made out of quality materials, but mine is going strong after 5 years. I have 2 IDs, insurance card, 5 credit/debit cards (and could fit 2-4 more fairly easily) and cash (does get bulky when you start carrying 10-15+ bills, but usually not a problem).
Did the exact same thing 2 months ago. Bought one from Amazon for $8 and it does the job. I figured I’d try a small cheap one to see if it works for me, and I’m actually really happy with it.
I had a good experience with my wallet from Secrid -- the only reason I switched away from it was because I needed a wallet with a proper coin purse bc of where I live. Their card storage is really clever and compact (and kinda fun to show off lol). Plus you can get the outside in real leather so it's more durable.
I bought one of the basic 4/6 card ones for my wife several years ago and she still uses hers. Seems they added a coin pocket but no idea how well that works.
Yeah I got one of those a few years back and it was very serviceable, but since Germany is still not remotely cash-free I switched to a wallet with a properly sized coin purse and more space for bills. But their bigger models look like they'd handle OP's bills along with cards well.
Belroy Card Pocket is what I've been using for almost 6 years.
I've got 9 cards and very rarely carry cash. But the zip allows me to be sure I won't lose a coin.
Goes in my front left pocket with my keys and ear buds case. Granted, I don't wear jeans or other tight-pocket pants.
https://bellroy.com/products/card-pocket
I have, what after a lot of googling, seems to be mostly closely described as a "bifold card wallet". It looks more or less like this: google images. This one has more pockets and is probably thicker than the one I have but the shape is roughly the same.
I got it in Japan from a local shop, it's deerskin and very soft. the wallet itself is both thin and pliable (which was one of my issues with ridge-style wallets - they can make a rectangle shaped bump on your pockets, which is both ugly and uncomfortable). It has three pockets, one of which I put most of my CCs, one of which (on the other flap) I put transit cards or hotel cards, the biggest pocket I put a bit of cash.
I've been using a slimfold for about two years now and it looks exactly like it did when it came out of the box. I don't what black magic its made out of, but its about as thin as a wallet can get but still tough as hell. Best wallet I've ever had.
Perhaps a money clip wallet would suit your needs? I can recommend this one. The clip means less layers of leather are needed, therefore keeping it slimmer.
I use a Saddleback Front Pocket ID Wallet -- I have six cards total (2x ID, 2x CC, 2x debit) -- the rest are in my phone. I never use these cards. I also fold up a couple hundred bucks and store it in the middle pouch. I fold all bills individually and its great.
Its less than you want, but its also good to get even further than the Costanza wallets our fathers had.