QOTD: ⚡ Is there really the much of a difference between the band style wallet out there to say one is better than them all? Or does it truly come down to personal preference and feature needs?
@Grogg224 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another good comparison review. It seems to be preference of features. From these 2, if I were pushed to choose it would be the Aviator. I'd add the felt to the coin space & use it for keys, such as home, mailbox, office. For extracting cards, did you try pushing out the opposite side from what you demonstrated? The indentation seems like a good push point, and I'm curious if that would alleviate the concern you expressed regarding accidentally opening the coin holder.
@LoganSumrell4 жыл бұрын
Will the coin holder hold a larger coin like a challenge coin? Sometimes they are a little thicker. Thanks
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Not sure if all challenge coins are the same height but it fits mine.
@mistersig4 жыл бұрын
You mentioned adding the coin slot from Aviator to the Ridge. Could you upload a video showing how it was done and if you would recommend it?
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
I’ve got a Q&A video coming up, I’ll add it to that list.
@churchgest4 жыл бұрын
Jimmy trust world recommended your cool channel that's who brought me here
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Welcome! Jimmy was very kind with his shout out.
@kenal15324 жыл бұрын
Do u mean tries..?
@spectruum4 жыл бұрын
@@kenal1532 Yes
@GodzillaI4 жыл бұрын
Same.
@JUSJAK3 жыл бұрын
Jimmy *tries world
@Guayubino4 жыл бұрын
This guy is such a good KZbinr! I don't care about wallets that much but i do enjoy watching his craft. A wallet channel is too niche, otherwise he would have a lot of subs. But if he loves it, good for him.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Thanks William you're very kind.
@audaciouscitizen.93132 жыл бұрын
I’m thinking of starting a channel which specializes in finding the best scotch-tape brands of the world. Maybe even a bricks-n-mortar store one day too! Scotch Tape World. 🤞
@iamthe2262 жыл бұрын
i mean a lot of people are avid wallet enthusiasts in a world where billions of people use wallets how are there only 30k subs then
@Zach.32462 жыл бұрын
@@audaciouscitizen.9313 That sounds like a good idea, but keep in mind you probably won’t get many views as most people don’t really pay attention to different kinds of scotch tape, so if you’d like to make more of a profit you could expand it to tape in general, which is something I’ve actually looked into
@DeX9O24 жыл бұрын
An Aviator ad right before the actual video had me confused for a sec...
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Oh I’m sure, KZbin does what it wants with ad placement.
@justinanderson62873 жыл бұрын
I had a ridge ad before mine so at least KZbin is unbiased 🤷♂️🤣
@MrVassago893 жыл бұрын
Same
@fm63302 жыл бұрын
I been carrying a Ridge Aluminum Wallet for two-years. The only advantage that I found is that it has a small footprint over my previous leather wallet and that it can get wet. The downsides are huge for me. The money clip broke. So I started using the cash strap. Then the cash strap back plate broke; now I just using the cash strap with out the plate. The fabric on the cash strap is frayed. The I can't count the number of times, when I tried to pull out one credit card, I dropped all the cards on the floor at the cash register. Finally, after a couple of months, the finish on the blue aluminum looked horrible; it is full of scratches and most of the color has come off. Not what I expected for a wallet that now cost $95.00 new. I am now looking for something else. For $100, I expect that wallet would look and wear a lot better after 2-years of use.
@ghostballs18742 жыл бұрын
Lifetime warrant tho
@YourGenericBrownGuy Жыл бұрын
@@ghostballs1874 So are alot of handmade leather wallets such as Rose Anvil's wallets, except you probably won't ever have to use the warranty cause they will probs last your whole lifetime
@yanceysautodetailing9179 Жыл бұрын
I’ve got the carbon fiber one. It seems like I have replaced the cash strap seems like 100x times an the screws as well. I’ve had mine for 7yrs an its falling apart will definitely not buy another one.
@carloscervantes836 Жыл бұрын
@@yanceysautodetailing9179 Had mine for 3 years or so. The finish does look bad now with all the scratches on the plates(green aluminum). Also, there are dents where the elastic opening is as there is no support against the plate there. I've had no other issues build issues. One thing I don't like is the opening on the bottom to push the cards out, I would prefer it be on the top to pull them out. I wish they also sold replacement or specialty plates separately. How many cards do you use with yours? I'm at 9-11 with a bill or paper sometimes folded at the second to last spot.
@originalequi60434 жыл бұрын
using the aviator for over a year now. best card holder wallet I ever had and I tried plenty. fully recommend
@joee63493 жыл бұрын
So i ordered both... Got the Ridge wallet about a week sooner... Used it for a week... Then the aviator arrived... I tried it out for a couple days, wanted to give it a fair shake... But I am returning the Aviator.. I really fell in love with the ridge. The aviator isn't bad, and if i never had used the Ridge I probably would have been fine with it... But I just feel like the Ridge is a lot easier to handle... I think it's easier to sort through the cards, easier to put the cards in and take them out... Sliding all the cards out is pretty easy on the aviator, but choosing one individual card is not as easy as with the Ridge.... One aspect of these wallets, might be a plus or a minus to you, but the Aviator does have a tighter grip on bills. Now I found the Ridge at first to seem a little loose for cash, but after using for a week, and having it in my pocket, the cash never came loose or fell out... So I was thinking i wished the money strap was tighter, until i received the aviator wallet... The aviator money strap/clip combo is very tight... But almost too tight... It is more difficult to get your bills in and out... It even bends up the corners of the folded bills when trying to slide them in... So what i thought was going to be a plus, for me was more of an inconvenience in every day use. I think the ridge although seeming a little loose at first, gives just the right amount of grip to the bills that they will not fall out even moving around in your pocket a lot, but it does this while also making putting the bills in and taking them out extremely smooth and convenient.. I also thought i was going to like the Aviator for the Change slot... but this just gives the wallet unnecessary thickness in my opinion... i can do without it. The ridge just seems to be a little more together... The front and back metal don't move around as much.. For the aviator the cards also get stuck a bit on the elastic when sliding cards in... Overall the ridge is just better in every way in my personal opinion. Cards getting stuck when sliding them in is just not an issue with the ridges horizontal build. Now maybe what I prefer is not what other people prefer, Maybe the aviator is the better wallet, I just think the ridge checks off all my personal preferences to a tee. I do think the money strap could be just a bit tighter, but like I said the bills haven't come out, and with the Aviator i'm really bending up the money trying to shove it in. It just takes a lot more concentrated effort to pry the money clip open enough to slide the money in... If you are someone who rarely uses cash at all, and want it to be as secure as possible, maybe the aviator is for you ... Or maybe the money clip version of the ridge is better... I just think the most important thing for me was how it feels actually taking out my cards and putting them back in, and being able to navigate through them all without removing them from the wallet... and that feel and convenience, as well at the more sturdy wallet definitely goes to the Ridge. The aviator often times feels off line, like you have to re-stack a deck of cards after you shuffle them.. However the Ridge always feels like a perfectly stacked deck of cards.
@916medic3 жыл бұрын
Fellow KZbinr "jimmy tries world" recommended your channel. Good thing I found this Channel. Your reviews are great. Keep it going. You are helping out alot of people more than you know. Thanks from Northern California.
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@allamericanwiseass3 жыл бұрын
Truly, there is a YT channel for everything. Interesting watch, though. If I wasn't such a cash guy, I'd snatch up a Ridge today.
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
A lot of great cash carry wallets! We have a fun site at explore.walletopia.info where you can use filters to drill down to specific wallets we've reviewed if you'd like to see wallets that accommodate cash properly.
@j.a.styles5474 жыл бұрын
Great comparison mark, thank you for emphasising coins still used heavily outside the u.s... here in the Philippines wee still use them on our public transportation , The aviator looks good but it looks flimsy putting cards in and out 🤔 btw the aviator cost more if you want the cash plate like the ridge last time i looked, and its silly how much they charge for it. The good thing about the ridge what you see is what you get, no add ons etc.. thats why i didi not purcahse an aviator because its more expensive.. and how they can trick you in spending more if you want diff finishes or materials for the wallet. Which i dontlike and did not bother anymore. Thanks agaid for the comparison
@two_mey_3 жыл бұрын
The coin tray also seems like a great idea to hold your change. Whenever I’m at the register checking out, I get a bunch of loose change and I awkwardly cram it in my pockets, but if I could simply just toss it back in my wallet, then that would be super convenient.
@mikep38133 жыл бұрын
You have that backwards. "Awkwardly cram it into my pockets"? You have change in your hand, you put your hand in your pocket, you open your hand and boom, the change is in your pocket. "Simply toss it back into my wallet"? That tray requires you to place them all in flat in order to close the thing....that seems way more likely to fumble around with and not practical at all. Most people would never use it for change, I could maybe see storage for a key but that's what a keychain is for.
@manscave3 жыл бұрын
I've had a titanium Ridge for three years, still as good as new, very simple to use, very stylish. The object of a card wallet is to carry cards, not coins and the Ridge is the more tactile and good looking. For me worth the extra £s.
@HamishCarpenter3 жыл бұрын
Is it easy to access the cards inside? Thank you
@manscave3 жыл бұрын
@@HamishCarpenter easy once you get used to it..
@keithgreen51773 жыл бұрын
The aviator slide shits on ridge lol
@mjsabie85172 жыл бұрын
@@HamishCarpenter It is easy. You push out slightly then give a little pinch on the corner. Once you pinch you can fan the cards easily. Also you put your most used cards in the very front and very back so they are easy to get to.
@ermal61572 жыл бұрын
@@keithgreen5177 I think as far as design Ridge is better looking but I think Aviator is easier to use.
@banzaibomb49804 жыл бұрын
Honestly I’d prefer that money is harder to remove, makes me feel a bit more secure w/ my bills
@Monarth3 жыл бұрын
Try an Exentri trifold wallet, the bills are a lot more secure. It has a card slide feature similar to the Aviator on the outer card slots, which is perfect for payment cards. Less used cards stay secure in the inner slots.
@Spielen893 жыл бұрын
This is my dream KZbin channel. I love wallets. I love this. You’re a fantastic presenter and I’m so happy I found your page!
@cpwalton8133 жыл бұрын
I’m very happy with the Ridge and based on this review, I still believe I made the right choice. The design is far more sleek and stylish and the Aviator’s coin tray seems rather gimmicky and impractical, especially on account of the low volume it can hold. I mean, c’mon, the change is going to go straight to your pocket, nobody will fumble with that silly coin tray.
@LeskoBrandon2x3 жыл бұрын
What the fuck is a coin?
@zab6663 жыл бұрын
You could put other stuff in there like an SD card, a flat pen or even a thin blade. But yes, for coins maybe not so much.
@almightywarrior39792 жыл бұрын
Ridge has a coin tray that you can slide in
@virginielekiwi2 жыл бұрын
I think I will put 2-3 tablet for migraine sold in a tinfoil like individual package, plus 1-2 elastic bands for my hair
@CompleteProducer842 жыл бұрын
The coin tray is absolutely essential for me personally, justfor my key. I dont drive at the moment so I don't have a car key ring. So I keep my house key in my wallet
@DeX9O24 жыл бұрын
Out of these two wallets I would go with the Ridge. Well made video!
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Throg_Morton3 жыл бұрын
13k subs for a wallet channel says a lot about your integrity and reputation. Thanks for balanced take :)
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@snubbynotsorry10244 жыл бұрын
This told me everything i wanted to know, thank you for the quality of your video !
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@Simpsonsnut1014 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making the video. I always see advertising for the Ridge. After seeing your review, I purchased the AVIATOR. It also comes with a lifetime warranty. While pricey...if it last me a lifetime, I am happy! Plus, they have some neat designs.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy it!
@Dept2462 жыл бұрын
Bought both wallets. Ridge also has coin tray now. If you want to put cash in the trays you need to fold the bills into quarters. I like the Ridge better. The cards don’t wiggle as much in the Ridge. Also both metal plates in the Ridge have a plastic backing whereas the Aviator has one plate with no plastic backing.
@walletopia2 жыл бұрын
Great info, thanks!
@warrior_mtl48954 жыл бұрын
As a canadian we have coins in 1 and 2 dollars. I put the coins in my pocket when i have them. I own two ridge 1 aluminium and 1 with carbon fiber. From what i saw in this video ill stick with the Ridge.
@Blake9534 жыл бұрын
Agreed. I have been using a Ridge wallet for 3 or 4 years and it is a great wallet. I will never go back to a traditional leather wallet. And he messed up with the removal of the cards, they can be "fanned" from the bottom and a card selected without taking all the cards out to get the one you are looking for. I carry about 7 cards in mine and have the strap (for receipts) and the clip for cash. As for coins (fellow Canuck here) I generally do not have them around and when I do I use a small leather coin pouch that lives in the console of my car.
@kevinkarnes40674 жыл бұрын
@@Blake953 Agreed. I've been using an American tourister leather coin pouch. I got the carbon fiber ridge with the cash strap for sleekness. Mainly use it for receipts, cards, etc. When you say you've got both do you mean they're on the wallet at the same time, like on either side?
@Blake9534 жыл бұрын
@@kevinkarnes4067 yes
@Nick-fn9ot4 жыл бұрын
@mikeisu You just wasted your money well done
@Mougharbel2 жыл бұрын
I am questioning if embossed cards can be used ? I’ve heard many people complaining about damaged cards over time and not being able to slide them in and out easily ! Can anyone help me .thanks
@LightCyrus3 жыл бұрын
The Aviator is almost perfect for me but I can't justify a wallet of this type not having a back stop. Bummer.
@Stank6563 жыл бұрын
They have a new one that does now
@Darren_Tay3 жыл бұрын
This is outdated. You should go check out the newer aviator.
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
I did review on it in January 2020, kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6u6fWujrLekeJY
@TubeDeviant3 жыл бұрын
I would say the Aviator Slide alleviates all the perceived problems quite nicely..
@andycasiello71774 жыл бұрын
I bought one a few weeks ago. I like it. However, I'm still fumbling around with it at the checkout line of a store while I try to get at the particular card I'm trying to use. It sure beats the gigantic leather wallet I used to carry around. I have a bad back, and having that thing in my back pocket is exactly as you said - it makes you sit at an angle. I can carry the Ridge around in a front pocket and forget it is there.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing! Front pocket carry is the only way to go, if anything for our health!
@notthisguyagain85573 жыл бұрын
Thank you for showing how the cards feature works! So many guys bumble, stumbles or just flat out avoids talking about how it works. Thank you
@MegaChoo23 жыл бұрын
I’d like to see wallet testers use actual embossed cards, both these wallets are harder to use in person because the embossing catches and the gauge your magnetic strips. Sent them both back, hanging on to my grandpa leather bifold.
@MegaChoo23 жыл бұрын
Gouge not gauge lol
@The_Drive_Inside4 жыл бұрын
Good lord what a helpful channel 👍🏻...leaning heavily towards the aviator now!!!
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Watch the video on their new "Slide" model, it has a new pull head on the strap since this video, but it's excellent! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6u6fWujrLekeJY
@alan301894 жыл бұрын
Great review. I like the Aviator better, but both are "no's" for me. I don't want to push out all of my cards each time I want one card. The coin tray is a no, also. I carry coins loose in my pocket. If I wanted to put them in something, I would carry one of those rubber squeeze thingies, where there is no rattle noise. I also don't like my cash bills flapping in the breeze that much.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Your reasons are a common complaint why someone would not choose a "sandwich" band type wallet. There are certainly drawbacks to this design.
@JorgeAlbertoMussuto4 жыл бұрын
I also like this gentleman who does a good wallet review!
@kevinkarnes40674 жыл бұрын
Love the video. These 2 wallets are the big players and perfect for going head to head. Have you considered doing a 3-way EDC test with Ridge, Aviator and the PocketPro wallet? It'd be interesting to see the result.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
We have the PocketPro in our inventory for review, we'll do that soon.
@georgewilliams63282 жыл бұрын
If a person feels like they need more than 12 Credit cards well then they’ve got a problem. I personally only carry two credit cards with me And some cash from time to time! To me, That’s the whole purpose of this wallet is to minimize the bulk in your back pocket or your front pocket if that’s what you choose! Great video my friend I like the continent
@brandon0711943 жыл бұрын
Thanks. The ridge won me once you said the other one carry’s coins. The only coin I want is Bit and doge 🚀
@DavidTaylor-ki2ir3 жыл бұрын
Thanks to Jimmy Trusts, looks like this channel went from 9k to 24k subs almost overnight. I’m happy to be one of those additions.
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@mrbit104 жыл бұрын
Aviator for the win, coins are not the main difference for me but how you get cards out, the ridge has always been annoying with the pinching of the bottom to fan out, i prefer at least for me to push out with the thumb opening on the aviator, far faster and less complicated for me. If i have to make concessions for the way it handles cards, then for me it voids the reason to get a card wallet and i would just go with a thin minimalist leather option.
@ermal61572 жыл бұрын
I agree the thumb slot wins, and it isnt even close. Aviator >>> ridge
@Rob-ur4ft3 жыл бұрын
OH. MY. GOSH. A 10-minute video on aluminum wallets! That's insane. That guy never cracked a smile. Straight face the whole time! $65 for a "wallet"! CRAZY.
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
😂
@BrettsGarage3 жыл бұрын
Not really sure why I'm here. Bought a nice red Brooks Brothers billfold 7 years ago and it's still working well for me. Would like some more protection but, but like the look of my brooks brothers.
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
It's always fun to window shop 😀
@aniocean62133 жыл бұрын
How do you only have 26k subs?? This video is so high quality
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Share it out!
@Mad.lock793 жыл бұрын
Have had the Aviator wallet for 2 years. To stop the change from sliding around I keep a bill in there.
@hotshotsbydonphotography93764 жыл бұрын
I’ve used the Ridge Wallet for over a year and love it. Still looks new and is really easy to use. Just have to break the habit of using a traditional wallet and even that occurred within a week.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Yes, I've discovered that sandwich style wallets like these are either don't like 'em or love 'em type thing with people. There isn't much of an in-between.
@CMH_19754 жыл бұрын
I have a forged carbon and regular carbon fiber Ridge wallets. So much more comfortable than my old leather wallet.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
I really like the forged carbon look, very sleek but muted.
@nsmith31284 жыл бұрын
Do you put them in your back pocket
@kenljohnston4 жыл бұрын
I have the Aviator Titan One #275, and love it. Couldn't ask for anything better!
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Nice! It's a fun and functional wallet.
@GcTheHardstyler4 жыл бұрын
Ridge will work much better for what I need it for, I have 3 cards I use and never carry coins, rarely carry notes. My ID/access stuff for work is on my keychain so I'm just carrying around a bulky leather wallet for 3 cards. It's definitely time to downsize. Thanks for your review, now I know what I'm in for.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
What you just expressed is what I hope all wallet owners do...take an honest inventory of what they really need to carry, decide how they carry and then stick to the plan, making minor adjustments as they go!
@MegaGam3rsUnited Жыл бұрын
I have been going from review to review and each felt like it was missing some information or some things weren’t talked about. THIS video is exactly what I need!! Phenomenal job
@walletopia Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@Braindoner1013 жыл бұрын
Aviator: I have a pull out lanyard Ridge: push at the bottom Aviator: once pulled out you can fan the cards. Ridge: you can kinda do that. Aviator: I can hold up to 20 cards Ridge: oh umm... 12 and gets a little tight Aviator: oh we’re can adjust retention Ridge: we... can’t. Aviator: we have a built in coin tray that’s optional. Ridge: umm... the coin tray has to go in with the cards and takes lots of space.
@BustaChimes3 жыл бұрын
wouldn't the hole in the aviator's hole make it not rfid blocking?
@Craig-up3mb3 жыл бұрын
The Ridge wallet does have an optional coin try like the Aviator. I actually use the coin try for putting money in instead of having being on the outside. Thank you for the comparison review.
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
Yes! They came out with the tray after this review was done. I'm going to be doing a followup between these two wallets again within the next month or so.
@1deeky12 жыл бұрын
I have an iClip wallet. Advantage is that the cash is enclosed. Half the price of Ridge or Aviator
@benkupferschmidt44703 жыл бұрын
Ridge all the way. Being Canadian and using coins I can tell you it can’t that big of a deal to hold four coins in your wallet or having a handful of change in your pocket. I’m just buying a new ridge now cuz I want a different colour lol my other has been holding up for 8 years nothing ever wrong. Great video. Never used the aviator but to me the coin tray can’t sway me that way plus ridge sells the tray now anyways.
@Mougharbel2 жыл бұрын
Can I use embossed card ?I’ve heard that cards are not easy to insert them in and out and that they can be damaged over time by doing so .thanks
@somitomi4 жыл бұрын
6:25 "I'm sure a lot of people are wondering: well Hank, who needs to carry coins?" No, I see these wallets and I wonder where you're supposed to put the coins you will inevitably have.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Very reasonable and you would think an obvious question! I believe many people take coins, put them in their pocket long enough to dump them in their coin jar at home. But for those outside the US, coins are required every day.
@Artremas3 жыл бұрын
If you're putting coins in your wallet, you need a purse
@axelbaltazhar4 жыл бұрын
I watched Jimmy before this, I didn't searched for this but it showed up in my recommendations.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
The KZbin algorithm at work!
@JVIPER883 жыл бұрын
Functionally speaking, why not just put a rubber band around your cards and save $70? You can "fan out" your cards the same way with a rubber band.
@GRTakerTh3 жыл бұрын
because then you are not cool
@funkykong77693 жыл бұрын
@@GRTakerTh facts
@lance44543 жыл бұрын
Because if you do any kind of physical labor for a living your cards will get rekt
@ahmedhishamdr84854 жыл бұрын
For this type of wallet I do prefer the Hell bent 3.0 wallet. Great comparison test👍🏼
@THEronleon14 жыл бұрын
If I had to choose, I'd go with the aviator. The card access is better, the money band seems easier and I like the tray because I do like to keep 4 pennies on me.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
So, why 4 pennies, that's an interesting comment :)
@TransplantHelper3 жыл бұрын
I just saw a very popular KZbinr who recommended you channel. You are great thx
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
Welcome! Jimmy?
@TransplantHelper3 жыл бұрын
@@walletopia yes, Jim
@sdlevin012 жыл бұрын
I have been using this style of wallets for over 10 years. I have been buying them in Austria and Germany. They keep breaking because the frame is too light and its forged aluminum. The Ridge is heavier duty and designed not to break Only criticism it would be nice for first card to be displayed and move the money clip or strap to back.
@rzlb5 Жыл бұрын
I did know that the Ridge (push the notch on the side) like style has been around for 10 years. I thought Ridge was the first to come out with it in 2013. Good to know.
@shortsweetreviews3 жыл бұрын
Coming from Jimmy Tries World as he recommended you. Great video Walletopia.
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
Thanks and welcome! Jimmy was very kind
@Joyapp3 жыл бұрын
The ridge is also made to stop people from hacking your cards. Thats why they didnt include the thumb slip.
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
The protection comes from the materials….a side benefit.
@tchill123452 жыл бұрын
Aviator..The concept is great, but that's about it. I ordered one , paid close to 100 euros. I pinched the tip of my fingers to insert my card, AND BENDED THE PLATES!!! I couldn't believe it, sooo thin and so cheap!! I send this back after 5 minutes.
@walletopia2 жыл бұрын
Wow, very surprising!
@050sniper2 жыл бұрын
the little gap on one side of the aviator would make sense to use as a way to push the cards out easier then fan them out
@rydmerlin3 жыл бұрын
You can equip a Ridge with a strap or a clip or both. I don’t even use the plate on my ridge. With these it becomes muscle memory as to how you access your cards. I’ve tried the top loading styles and I just couldn’t get access to my cards as easy as the Ridge. The coin tray should be made to hold keys.
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing! Yes, the coin tray could be used for keys or any other item that doesn't fit the sandwich model very well.
@rzlb5 Жыл бұрын
Wondering why did you not use the plate? Is it because of its thickness or it help usability?
@williamclark7554 жыл бұрын
I bought the Ridge ! I like it🦅🇺🇸
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Nice!!
@Gkkiux4 жыл бұрын
While I'd still need to find some place to keep my car registration and the coin slot seems a bit small to be ready for everything (within reason) you might get as change, the Aviator actually seems like something I'd call a wallet and not just a card holder.
@nickv40734 жыл бұрын
My 20 year old leather wallet is soft, has slots, holds more and doesn't require a torque wrench. I'll stick with that.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Fair enough!
@nickhexum014 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I just went with a Saddleback medium bifold. I'm over minimalist wallets. I don't wear skinny jeans anymore. I just want a wallet that will last me a decade plus.
@SOCMTBR3 жыл бұрын
I don’t like to have coins in my wallet and I don’t put cash outside in the strap either, so I put few cash inside of coin tray instead. My Aviator wallet looks nicer and cleaner. Awesome wallet!
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@teamchecko90862 жыл бұрын
the ridge is great for me. feels better in the hands and i dont really need a coin tray. who carries change now a days lol. anyway , the aviator has no backstop which makes it risky. but my pick will be the ridge.
@walletopia2 жыл бұрын
Best part is it fits your needs and work as expected!
@frankrawl87052 жыл бұрын
Another brilliant review, best chanel on utube for wallet reviews...... Brilliant work man, keep it up 👍
@princepersona3 жыл бұрын
Jimmy Tries World recommended you. Glad to find an someone who will have an expert opinion so as to find a replacement for my Horse Leather Wallet.
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
Welcome!
@AZ-sv8ox3 жыл бұрын
I got The Ridge Damascus (laser etched) and absolutely love it. It takes some time to break in and get used to but it has become so easy since first getting it. I recently ordered the Aviator Slide in obsidian black with the aluminum frame and coin tray. Looking forward to its arrival. I have had my eye on the Titan One Slide model but simply cannot justify the cost, given its extremely good quality of grade 1 titanium, it seems a bit high unless you are constantly spending and pulling the wallet out. May get it in the future but waiting for the price to go down quite a bit and titanium costs level out. Thanks for the great review! NOTE: Don’t wear tight jeans or pants with metal card wallets like these.
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
Great insights Andrew, thank you. The Damascus version is stunning in the look and feel.
@Richard_Barnes4 жыл бұрын
Great comparison Mark. I have had a few Ridge wallets. For me in the UK I don’t know why, when I think of the high cost and import VAT, 😂 I used them a bit and then sold them on. I just keep remembering that ‘squeeze’ to get cards out, then having to pick my cards up from the floor where they’ve just been ejected to! 😆 👍🏻 Again, like you, I don’t like folding money over twice anymore.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
When I was carry testing the Ridge, I was at a car rental desk and when I went to pull the card I wanted after trying to pinch the stack, the cards went everywhere, fun experience 😂
@hepgeoff2 жыл бұрын
Nice review! I like the Aviator because of the coin tray, except I would put guitar picks instead of coins in there.
@ryanshimabukuro32834 жыл бұрын
I think you forgot about RFID protection in the feature category because it doesn't look like the Aviator has it, while the Ridge does. Just an observation. I don't need a coin holder, even when I travel internationally so I prefer the Ridge & have been very happy with my carbon fiber model.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
I didn’t mention it because it’s merely a marketing ploy. RFID protection is not needed anymore and questionably was ever needed. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h32VeXidhKuErsU. Regardless, I really like the look and feel of the Ridge Carbon Fiber, I would say the best looking of their offering.
@thommykent77854 жыл бұрын
Have the Aviator, well made, excellent customer service. But for 2 pieces of thin aluminum, fancy torx screws and some elastic it`s woefully overpriced. Walking around with a lump of metal in your pocket isn`t that enjoyable. The screwdriver is the best part. Truthfully a wide rubber band works just as well as any of these style "wallets"
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Haha, they do, evaluated in the context of what it’s doing and what a rubber band can do, they compare very close 😀
@randybobandy72032 жыл бұрын
yeah until someone scans your cards and steals your details :)
@jamesmathews79582 жыл бұрын
Quit complaining, you could have returned it
@GutenLieben8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video! Thought the designs were lame. Will definately stick my awesome leather wallet.❤
@DarAllSha2 жыл бұрын
The Ridge Wallet does have a coin tray, you just have to order it separately, I use it to store extra keys.
@walletopia2 жыл бұрын
Yes, when this review was done they didn’t have one yet.
@MichaelSidneyTimpson4 жыл бұрын
One thing I have noticed on all these wallet comparison channels, is that none of them use cards with number indentations on them, but in real life, we would. Do the indentations A) take up more space, and B) cause harm by scratching the adjacent cards magnetic strips?
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Box wallets, for example, are impacted as the embossed cards are taller. These companies usually have a chart on their site that shows how many cards you can get in. By way of rubbing, if the cards are all oriented the same way, no as the embossing is on the bottom and the strip is at the top of the back of the card.
@Leinsterbaby Жыл бұрын
I still have my Secrid wallet, allows me to store cash and pulls cards out in a way that i can see which card is which.
@thebigempty_57923 жыл бұрын
I think a better solution would be a way to isolate the cards. Have one as a "primary" and the rest bundled together. If I'm at a point of sale making a purchase, I don't need my drivers license and LTC card popping out every time. Like the Grip 6 model where you push a lever and ALL cards come sliding out. 80% of the time, I'm using ONE card and it would nice to have it "separated" from the rest.
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
Yes, that’s the “quick access card slot” I mention and really like with wallets. I will use one card 90% of the time so quick access to it without needing to pull the stack out is preferred.
@SeanPat10012 жыл бұрын
It’s probably a wild coincidence but when I clicked on this video an ad for ridge wallet popped up.
@walletopia2 жыл бұрын
They and Elster advertise like crazy
@angelazoul27964 жыл бұрын
Does anyone find having a rigid rectangle of metal in their front or back pocket uncomfortable? Leather wallets have some give for comfort when sitting or bending. Thanks!
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Yep, it's what you get when you have metal in any wallet. Most all have rounded corners so they don't poke you or cause holes, but it's still metal.
@captainpronin52644 жыл бұрын
I find it pretty comfortable. It doesnt bend as a traditional wallet would, but it is also smaller, so its not a problem.
@tommyholm19934 жыл бұрын
Isn’t that also what a phone is
@bradybeckner50104 жыл бұрын
Tommy Holm yes plus a wallet is smaller so it’s more comfortable
@w00gedyb00gedy3 жыл бұрын
I’ve gotten used to having my iPhone in my front pocket, these metal wallets being significantly are barely noticeable for me.
@maxwelld232 жыл бұрын
I had a rossom witch is very similar to a ridge wallet and now I just got the avaiator slide wallet and it's much more practical.
@pontusletfors36934 жыл бұрын
You say that you can use the aviator coin tray in the ridge wallet but how would that work? Wouldnt the elastic bands stop the coin tray from coming out?
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
No it works great. You slide the tray on the same side as cards. The backstop elastic will keep the tray in place the same way it does with cards.
@Sab3elbromba3 жыл бұрын
I've always wondered: After you are doing your carry tests, what is your goto wallet that you keep going back to ?
@captainpronin52644 жыл бұрын
I use the aviator completely differently. I use the cutout on the side to push out the entire stack of cards with my thumb and then fan them out to pick the right one. The way you do it seems very cumbersome and slow.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Another great way to do it. I've seen at least 4 ways to do it. I like the flexibility of this wallet.
@Dug6666666 Жыл бұрын
Question to Aviator owners. If you put your regular use cash card at the top of the stack, will it scan at a checkout thought the rectangular opening without having to remove it?
@MattHikesHills Жыл бұрын
I'm not feeling these band style wallets. They look like they require constant readjusting and two handed action. I use an Akielo with the leather outer and can remove the fron or back card with one hand. I work on an Air Base and using this wallet makes it easy to reach my ID card when at the base gate. I put my ID card at the front and my cash card at the back as they are the most used. The leather covered version provides some secure pouches on the front and back too, ideal for cash and more secure than a clip. Cards come out quick and are easy to return to the holder. I cant fault it.
@rogergoddard12343 жыл бұрын
i see no reason for a wallet to hold coins. All my pants have a built in feature known as a pocket. So, unless i am spending time at a nudist resort, the coin slot is not needed.
@da3v1ls933 жыл бұрын
When you're spending 100 bucks in a wallet I expect there to be a motorised fan and a music box let alone a coin case
@mr.tkingtexas59033 жыл бұрын
So where would you keep the wallet at a nude beach?
@infini19703 жыл бұрын
Over $105+ for the Ridge!? It's gone up over $40+ in a few years when I remember it at a store for $65. Ridiculous. Even at $60+ it was expansive. Both say they are Blocks RFID (wireless theft) but I would bet Ridge would be a better performer on that note. I have a ebay one that is a knock off and I could replace it many times and not reach that $100 mark. I've had it for over 4 years and it's still good AND has RFID (wireless theft) as well. Supposedly. Just my feedback. If money was not an issue maybe I'd get the ridge. I appreciate your comparison though. Thank you.
@daryl96124 жыл бұрын
Very good review. You opened my eyes to the Aviator wallet which is very nice. I most likely will buy one because I like variety. One thing you left out of your review is that the Ridge has aninterchangeable money money clip. It comes with the strap or traditional money clip. I bought the money clip as an add on.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Hi Daryl, yes, thank you for bringing that up, the flexibility of the Ridge does provide for interchangeable money clip or strap.
@LCDRmikecorrigan2 жыл бұрын
Solid review. Like both, but the coin tray seems a bit of a PIA with noise and thought of them falling out if you don’t get the cards right. Also, 20 cards? Kind of kills the minimalist concept. I can’t think of carrying that many cards… for that thickness, might as well go back to leather and go see a shrink about your hoarding issues.
@LudosErgoSum3 жыл бұрын
I have my only card in my phone case. Otherwise I just use mobile payment and most other auxilliary cards such as loyalty points and discounts are now connected to my card or bank account - even the driver's license and student ID have been digitalized. Not sure why you need an expensive wallet like this because in our lifetime cards and cash will disappear entirely making the lifetime warranty a moot point. But I have nothing against the review or reviewer if you think my post is aimed toward the channel - these videos are excellent!
@virginielekiwi2 жыл бұрын
Interesting where do you live? I am in Quebec, french part of Canada. And we are retard technology wise (we are far from digital driver's license and student id ... but we have a digital vaccination pass :) )
@ressiebee48154 жыл бұрын
I bought aviators coin tray for my ridge wallet I love it
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Excellent!
@wendypalafox24804 жыл бұрын
Here from Jimmy Tries World! He recommended you! :)
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Welcome Wendy! Jimmy was very kind to give us a shout out!
@raymondwolf63054 жыл бұрын
I don't have a left thumb, the ridge works best for mr
@jmoa57584 жыл бұрын
Yeah ridge looks exactly like what I think, more expensive inferior product to Aviator. Thanks guess ill be getting Aviator.
@bauert38723 жыл бұрын
but the RFID protection on the ridge wallet is much better than Aviator because of the cut out in the middle of the Aviator...
@georgiaredfish3 жыл бұрын
@@bauert3872 RFID protection is not a thing, never really was. It's been a marketing gimmick for years.
@SantosAl3 жыл бұрын
@@georgiaredfish what do you mean by that? more info would be appreciated.
@merc76013 жыл бұрын
@@SantosAl kzbin.info/www/bejne/h32VeXidhKuErsU
@lesjones4712 жыл бұрын
No Tething eyelet which I would use if present on ALL card holders for sale.
@davidlim91894 жыл бұрын
Option use for coin pocket is business card ! Plus IMO
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
On the original absolutely! On the new Slide, no, as the coin tray begins to taper half-way back.
@kevinkarnes40674 жыл бұрын
Good to know about the Slide. That's helpful.
@kevinlabbe83914 жыл бұрын
No mention made of the RFID blocking feature. is it there and how does it work?
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
Being that they're both metal it would come with it automatically, but RFID blocking is dead anyway, just a marketing scam now. No reason to buy wallets based on that anymore. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h32VeXidhKuErsU
@TheTrueDoomSlayer4 жыл бұрын
@@walletopia how is it a scam
@Jim-the-Engineer3 жыл бұрын
@@TheTrueDoomSlayer He talks about it in the video link he provided.
@Darkfoxx9993 жыл бұрын
I never thought I needed a wallet review but this was high quality content. Sub from me.
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@hoponpop33303 жыл бұрын
Why not put cash in the co8n tray I’m not keen on the money straps
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
On the aviator, you can on their first version, with their most recent one, the coin tray tappers in the middle so cash wouldn't do well.
@SoldierPayne4 жыл бұрын
What about the RFID protection? Do you have to put the Aviator in a specific position in your pocket due to that open slot on one of the plates? Feels very exposed if you have your creditcard there almost fully visible/open.
@walletopia4 жыл бұрын
I don't care much for RFID (kzbin.info/www/bejne/h32VeXidhKuErsU), but I would much rather add it to a wallet via a card like this (bit.ly/36nRgKn 15% off with the code "walletopia"), than have it be fully integrated with my wallet.
@brandonmccrimmon56523 жыл бұрын
How does ridge feel in the pocket though? As a back pocket for user the idea of sitting on a metal case with a stack of plastic in it doesn't sound nice
@walletopia3 жыл бұрын
Neither of these are good back pocket wallets due to the rigidity.