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Swanky Leather MacBook Case Day

Yesterday was apparently swanky leather MacBook case day as two separate makers released new models. Vaja has long been known for rather expensive, but very finely crafted mobile phone/PDA cases. They are now apparently moving into the notebook case world and are offering the classic Jacket (from $120) for the MacBook and MacBook Pro (15 & 17). It's a leather sleeve-case, but like Vaja's previous cases looks to be very sumptuously made.

On a separate note, Case-mate is releasing the signature suits (pictured, $150), which are "form-fit leather wraps for your MacBook and MacBook Pro." Unlike the classic Jacket, the suits are designed to remain on the MacBook (Pro) during normal usage.

So if you've ever felt the need to wrap your high-tech MacBook (Pro) in fine, hand-crafted animal carcass, now is a great time!

[Via Macworld (x2)]

Yesterday was apparently swanky leather MacBook case day as two separate makers released new models. Vaja has long been known for rather...
 

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BigDrew

I just got my Case-Mate signature suit for my MacBook, and it is by far the best case I have ever seen, and securely fits without any rubbing. After 2 days I already know that I will not have another case for my MacBook, and the envious looks I get at work and the coffee shop makes the price tag a bit more bearable as well.

January 27 2007 at 12:45 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
MikeInAZ

#4, I had a Booq Viper for my 12" PowerBook and it was great.

But recently I upgraded to a 15" MacBook Pro and got the Axio Hardsleeve which I really love. It's a bit thicker than the Viper, but I love the extra protection it provides.

http://axio-usa.com/

January 26 2007 at 12:51 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
BdeRWest

@4 Um... I'm pretty sure Case-mate designed their case so you can use itwith the notebook in the case.

I would worry, though, that I might catch the leather on fire, what with how hot my CD MBP runs right now. Covering it in leather can't do the heatsinks any favors.

Same argument I have for not shelling out for Apple Peelz, although I desperately want to keep the Mac in pristine condition.

For now, I'll stick with my neoprene Incase case.

January 26 2007 at 10:57 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Bruno

Booq Viper cases are still my top recommendation. You can use the computer while it's still in the case (if you'd like).

Super durable and attractive/elegant. Woven ballstic nylon exterior, two zippers (neither of which can ever touch the computer).

January 26 2007 at 10:48 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Mat Lu

@2: It's called "poetic license"!

January 26 2007 at 10:41 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
KeepLooking

"So if you've ever felt the need to wrap your high-tech MacBook (Pro) in fine, hand-crafted animal carcass, now is a great time!"

A carcass is a dead body. I think you mean "skin".

January 26 2007 at 10:38 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
matthew

I've bought several Vaja products, and have nothing but good things to say about their work. Elegant, well crafted.

January 26 2007 at 10:22 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
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