The Ridge Wallet vs. Knockoffs! Are they really just as good?

[@ChrispyThings]

What are your thoughts on The Ridge Wallet and the knockoffs that I've shown in this video? Which version do you have? Sound off peeps!

[@Oaf2877]

Trash

[@ChrispyThings]

kevin newkirk Great constructive criticism! You get an A+!

[@MarlowQAI]

I have 2 Ridge Wallets (and several others) one with the band one with the clip, I still keep going back to my Trayvax Contour...

[@enisdesevic8277]

Amaizing review ,but for me at least huge desapointment at the end.I dont give a flying fuck what anyone thinks.I had to become lawyer ,because everyone in my family has "high level degree" .You know what I did one day after becoming layer ,went to family estate ,give my mom degree and told her to frame it and put it on the wall ,gone and became poker player ,10 years ago. Now carbon fiber I dont like its to glossy for me ,maybe in perspn its diferent ,but to spend 10x the money so someone thinks I am better?!?!?! In my whole life when ever I was paying a check in restoraunt ,my wallet was under the table its called manners!!! Now if you give me reason to pay 10x the money because I ll be safer from cyber crime ,sure ,because my cards fall out ,its poorly constructed its gonna fall apart sure!!! But to pay 10 fold the money so I can impress some jerk ,or some golddiger ...Doesnt couple of Dom Perignon do that regardles of my wallet. Now I dont live in country where we speak English ,and I am sorry for my spelling ,but man ,great great video ,I am looking to change my wallet ,but to pay 100 euros insted of 10 just for few letter on the side ,come on... I also would buy nike knock offs if it wouldnt fall apart after first rain. I know that my advice means shit to you ,but live your life ,dont give a crap what anyone else thinks.If anyone respects me is because I keep my word and everyone knows I dont give a shit what somene else thinks :) this was a lot longer than I meant to ,sorry brother. Have a nice one!!

[@jabbourchris]

www.amazon.com/Minimalist-Blocking-Wallet%EF%BC%8CMinimalist-Women%EF%BC%882018-Version/dp/B07F67ZMG9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2NA2NQUJP5C92&keywords=elivebuy%2Bwallet&qid=1554343813&s=gateway&sprefix=elive%2Bbuy%2Caps%2C148&sr=8-1&th=1 Purchased it a month ago. Used it for a day, went back to my leather bifold wallet for a day. The knockoff model won. Super light, super tensioned, the clip is so tight i have to lift it to put cash in it. Tapered entry for the cards(lifting the back card helps a bit too). Over all good $15 purchase. Currently holding 9 Cards.

[@mothas23]

The money clip is raised more on the knockoff for the 90 bucks you saved.

[@antonyyi5912]

mothas23 😭😭😭😭😭

[@GreyRock100]

🍻🤣

[@kamotetopz6776]

BooM!

[@BOTzerker]

Nice feedback!

[@findingnemo696]

OMG that made me laugh so hard ahaha thanks men lol

[@juleon12]

I can hear the hurt in his voice as he is realizing he paid way too much for that ridge wallet lmao

[@ChrispyThings]

Considering how much I've made from ad revenue...nah.

[@Jeramithehuman]

It says on how much KZbin pays per 1000 views which is anywhere from .7-10 cents let’s do the math. Even with 10 cents on 89k views it still doesn’t cover the cost of the knockoff. Keep in mind that’s if everyone is using regular KZbin and not KZbin++ KZbin add block or KZbin Ceracube. Even if buddy is getting royalties from selling the wallets through the link and the commission is 4 times the revenue of ad revenue it still only buys 2 knockoffs. If you add total KZbin money then yea the ridge is free.

[@ChrispyThings]

Jeramithehuman Go watch my original Ridge review. When I actually bought it for 72 bucks.

[@blacknine]

lol.

[@Beer_Dad1975]

I can buy knock-off suits, watches etc - I prefer to own the real thing. Sure other people aren't ever going to notice, but when you hold something that's really well made in your hand it has an emotional connection with you that you don't get with even a decent fake. I mean, little things like the screws - you can see the torx screws in the Ridge are super high quality - the fake carbon fibre one the screws look a bit crap - and the fake aluminum one they are bloody philips head, clearly cheap as shit and look absolutely awful - again nobody is going to notice except the owner, and some people are going to be fine with it - but I'd rather pay a bit more and get something that is perfectly engineered.

[@kcgunesq]

What are the odds that there are two factories in China making these wallets?

[@wadevenerdi1060]

Next to zero. All these brands are made in the same place and stamped with different names. I opted for the $17 version. It works perfectly, I’ve had it for 6 months. Lol

[@MeetTheSLAYER]

@@wadevenerdi1060 lol, it would not be near as far fetched as you would like to think. Especially since QC will vary from factory to factory in China. So the odds are actually quite high that there are multiple factories in China producing this item.

[@TERRORIZERRRR]

@@MeetTheSLAYER Doubt, it

[@Sexgneur]

@@wadevenerdi1060 it's not hte same material like all product made in china, they reproduce the same in the same factories but with cheap material.

[@zachsplep]

All made in the same factory: one side makes the knockoffs and the other side makes the Ridge. Guess which side pays for the entire factory building to exist?! ;)

[@ofacekillah]

You sold me on the knock off!

[@blakehenderson8828]

Did seem like he would attempt to defend the ridge only to then say he liked the knockoff more

[@benau9520]

@mikeisu mines lasted me 6 months already🧐

[@romeofernandez8608]

Ben Au how is it now? And can you tell me which one you got

[@benau9520]

@@romeofernandez8608 mines just geart it's a lux wallet on amazon

[@MooseX2012]

mikeisu I’ve had a “fake” ridge wallet, and it’s been about a year. Still looks brand new

[@wrathfang]

ive had my knockoff for a year now and its still looks new.

[@paulwilliams107]

Yeah same here

[@peterjuryobligacion5743]

How's the rubber?

[@RollTheWindowsUp_WISAD]

That's cool but my ridge wallet will last long enough to pass down to grandchildren...willing the ridge company still making replacement bands.

[@RollTheWindowsUp_WISAD]

@S A so that's ur own prerogative but I did shell out the full price of the ridge and I can't be happier. Their customer service is what does it for me because after a year or so I no longer care if I spent 20 or 100 plus. And when 1 breaks. Like my ridge money band. They sent me screws and band for free in a matter of days.

[@bobnewhart4318]

@@RollTheWindowsUp_WISAD jokes on you, you won't be passing anything down to your grandchildren by that time digital currency would have taken over so no need for wallet or credit cards

[@mihastih]

We are taliking bout the carbon fiber and feeling for 90$ less I don't know where is humanity. 120 freaking bucks for the wallet.....15$ does the same job and makes you richer.

[@ethanc8130]

A 120 for a genuine leather bifold wallet is acceptable for me. I wouldnt spend that much money for a money clip/card holder irregardless the brand.

[@Ella-richpeasant7614]

@Kyle Watson how?

[@shanelofton1990]

Rich Peasant because dude. You know what dude you can go fuck yourself for asking that. Apple sells their phones extremely high. For the iPhone 11 1300... while the Samsung galaxy s9 with the same shit for like 600. I’m done with you ignorent pieces of shit saying your poor if you don’t have an iphone

[@Syrxen]

@@shanelofton1990 Damn you really got way too mad for such a simple comment. Pocophone is like $300 and is also pretty much as good as a Galaxy S9

[@brandonsatterstrom7894]

That sounds suspiciously like something a poor person would say when they're tired of not being able to afford what they really want...

[@mcc6008]

knockoffs all day long as long as they are functional. I can switch to a different wallet when I get tire of it without feeling guilty as if it was an expensive wallet.

[@ChrispyThings]

m cc I’m giving away 2 Ridge wallets and these exact 2 knockoffs. Check out my newest video! 🤘🏻

[@ChrispyThings]

Never mind. I just saw your comment there! Thanks!

[@kens4vols]

Crack it in half! It’s $11

[@derwood]

Another great review!...I know my knock-off isn't the quality of a brand name Ridge...but I just can't wrap my mind around spending $100-$150 for the Ridge

[@ChrispyThings]

derwood Thanks for the compliment! Regarding your decision on the knock off, I really can’t blame you. The price for the quality of wallet can’t be beat.

[@solenya89]

My coach wallet was cheaper then the ridge lol

[@lelandphill4408]

You can get discounts, I have the aluminum one. If I were to upgrade it would be titanium not carbon fiber.

[@Joseph4997]

yeah IDK if i want to spend $75 on a soda can and a few rubber bands since that's all its made from. I'm really confused about why they are this expensive in the first place.

[@taco8895]

derwood hey man. So after 8 months of having the knock off, is it still holding up? What’s your thoughts on it now?

[@danfraser9767]

I'm sorry to say, I've been carrying the Carbon fiber knockoff for over a year and love it. There's no way I'll ever be convinced that I should pay ten times much to get the name on it. I've never had an issue getting cards in or out.

[@Godric_71]

Here's the thing with something like this. You cant really tell if it's worth the money until you own it for awhile (2+ years). Anything can look and seem just as good as the more costly one when you first take it out of the box. I have always been a firm believer in the saying "you get what you pay for".

[@KekusMagnus]

have fun getting ripped off then lol

[@Godric_71]

@@8qk67acq5 i got mine about a year and a half ago. I haven't had any "knockoffs" of it so, i can only speak for mine. I love it. The concept is great. Especially for someone like me who suffers from ocd. Keeping everything in an organized and compact way helps with the wallet aspect.

[@houstonraver834]

@@Godric_71I have a knock off for about a year and a half just come scratched I’m assuming your is scratch resistant for that price ? Other than that everything is working fine no lose cards

[@BabySefus]

I’ve had an amazon knockoff for over 2 years and it’s just as good if not better than the day I got it. The con he mentions in the video of it being hard to get cards in was true at first, but once you use the wallet for a few months the elastic ‘breaks in’ so to speak and it’s easy to get cards in and out. With ridge you’re paying markup so they can advertise on social media and put paid promotions in KZbin videos.

[@upnorthvlogs]

I only use the ridge, but Axwell looks pretty good

[@thomaslearn1136]

16:35 - 16:40 is all you need to know... I got a knockoff and never looked back

[@thomaslearn1136]

Do you not know how youtube works? If the video has an ad and you scrub to some point later in the video, you get the ad right away.

[@jungy537]

@@thomaslearn1136 are you calling me a scrub?!?

[@diet_lv]

Thomas Learn so should I buy a knock off?

[@thomaslearn1136]

@@diet_lv I still have my same $15 knockoff from 11 months ago... If it lasted half that long it would still have been worth it.

[@GaudyMarko]

I'm sold, those ridge wallets are hella over priced and I think it looks sleeker without the branding

[@LucciOW]

The money clip is raised higher so you can fit in all the money you saved from not getting ripped off by the Ridge

[@jasperjones6857]

These are darn close, and maybe they're made in the same factory. You're getting me to get a knockoff. (And the knockoff is a good test of the Ridge concept.)

[@peterjuryobligacion5743]

I appreciate this man's honesty and for not being biased at all, respect.

[@marlonpublico7328]

I have to question whether you're comparing a brand new ridge vs brand new knock offs? I've tried a ridge and a knock off and to be honest, I havn't noticed a difference between the two, at least not so much that I would think to purchase another ridge wallet in the future. I've compared the two and mine goes easily in and out for both knock offs and ridge products however, when I had them brand new they were a lot tighter than when I had them. Eventually both products would loosen up.

[@ChrispyThings]

Marlon Publico All 4 wallets were brand new.

[@WillThessen]

Which knock off is good

[@kevinkirk6442]

I had a knockoff first and loved it. My woman and kids gave me a ridge for Father's day. From using both, I can agree the build is more premium on the ridge and the cards slide in and out easier. The knockoff was great for the price and made me fall in love with the design and I got the knockoff because I didn't know if I would like it or not and it wasn't a big loss if I didn't end up liking it. However, I think the ridge has ended up being a higher quality product ( if it justifies the price is a matter of opinion ) The only downside to the knock off is, the screws holding the Carbon fiber face plate came off in my pocket and I lost too many screws to re attach the face. Those are just my experiences.

[@codingpineappl3480]

tried varieties wallets of amazon. I always lost money from the money clip. Been using ridge for 3month now. Have not lost anything.

[@antonyyi5912]

I bought a knockoff on Amazon for 7 bucks and it literally functions the same as the ridge. Obviously I paid 7 bucks so I do sacrifice some quality.

[@wrongchampionship615]

when you whipped out the 15 dollar one i immediately thought ridge was a ripoff. wow dude. ridge literally bought these wallets off amazon 15 bucks a pop and sell them for 115 dollars. oh my god

[@ChrispyThings]

No, no they didn’t. Lol. If you actually held one in your hands you’d know they really aren’t the same wallet.

[@soobie2bmw_m361]

this video convinced me to get the knockoff version. the snug fit of getting cards in and out actually means that the cards are less prone to sliding out. ill save some 60 bucks and get the knock off one thanks for the vid!!

[@michalborkowski2132]

Saving $$ may be a valid reason. Snug fit is not. Cards absolutely do not fall out of the Ridge.

[@Mo-xm8ci]

It is pretty obvious that the overall quality and experience will not be the same. And it is better to support the actual company. But for people on budget it's pretty simple to recommend the chipper one. I budget the fake one and I hope that when I will have money to spend I will upgrade to the official one. BTW ridge offering life time warranty so it is a great reason to upgrade. Thank you for the review man

[@boilerhousegarage]

The knockoff bulky money clip is apparently a feature, where if you squeeze the top of the curved bit, it'll let you "fan" the cards out.

[@ian-hm6cx]

The ridge is obviously higher quality. Is it worth $105 extra? That depends on your financial situation, but as a high school student, it's nowhere near worth.

[@ChrispyThings]

lemon I always say it’s all about where your priorities lie.

[@brettmillard1338]

I've had a Ridge for 5 years now. It is crazy how much the price has gone up on them. I paid around $45 for mine. The same one goes for $75 now.

[@forbiddenspatula4243]

Its probably only worth $45. They like to really sell you on the fact they use REAL aluminum and titanium but the grade of the metals they use is the most common consumer level grade.

[@armychef32]

I paid $50 for my ridge wallet this year

[@brettmillard1338]

@@DavidG-zk7xj I understand how inflation works. $35 bucks in a big jump though.

[@hepgeoff]

$95 now (2022), so yeah, crazy.

[@brettmillard1338]

@@hepgeoff Gross

[@greylawson6352]

I go for knockoffs on anything that’s not electronic, companies cut way too many corners when it comes to technology.

[@ArtumTsumia]

As someone who's been moderately interested in ditching the old leather wallet for a slim wallet like the Ridge, I was rather surprised to see the markup Ridge has on their products. I enjoy a nice quality product and ostensibly the brand recognition that goes along with it, however, when it comes to something like a wallet function is my main concern. My wallet is not something that is on display very often, and something like the Ridge wallet isn't suitable for business cards. That basically means the only time it's on display is when I'm paying for something or when it's on the nightstand. Ostensibly it might pop-up at business lunches, but chances are that clients or coworkers aren't going to be paying such close attention that they form any judgement beyond the fact you're using an aluminum slim wallet. If Ridge wallets were perhaps only double the price of "knock-offs" it might be worth more consideration, but there's a hefty premium that I presume is largely due to the marketing behind Ridge. A good review that just kind of highlighted that Ridge doesn't seem to offer too much over the competition in these cases.

[@Venomxjjb]

I'd go knock off. I'd pay $40 for a ridge but $115 is redicoulus. I'm really hard on all my EDC stuff so I'll buy a couple knock offs if they break no biggie.

[@stefanpuffer]

$40 bucks is the most I'd pay too. $115 leaves you with no money to put into it.

[@mikezmac]

OneNote with the ridge if the money clip or elastic brakes there's a guarantee and the ridge will send you another one. Also another note aluminum has many different grades oh, you're not getting a high grade aluminum for 10 bucks. I'm sure that most of the knockoffs will work just great however I am not someone who would want to take a chance that the elastic breaks and that I lose my credit cards and license and I'd rather spend 70 80 bucks more and get something that gives me a little more peace of mind. Also for me a hundred bucks isn't too much of a big deal. However if money is tight then go for the knock off there's probably not much left on your credit cards anyhow.

[@TERRORIZERRRR]

It's all made in the same factory in China. 100 bucks isn't a big deal to me either but that doesn't mean I'm gonna spend it if there's a cheaper similar alternative

[@andrewmartinek9135]

HEX can you really prove that?

[@jherboivan3764]

Andrew Martinek ya he could

[@DaleSteadman]

I have bought a lot of knockoffs products over the years and my experience is the material they use in China isn’t as good as the real thing, they just don’t last very long, however to pay $70 for a wallet is pretty crazy.

[@ItsRossinator]

I know this comment is old but the original is also made in China...

[@hepgeoff]

I know, right? It's now $95, so even more crazy.

[@blacknine]

Man that's crazy. I bought the "knockoff wallet because of your review. lol. Nice honest review. Thanks man.

[@pumpzanied]

Everyone complaining about the price, ridge now has poly wallets, same aluminum internal frame with poly plates they are like 40 bucks

[@ChrispyThings]

pumpzanied Polycarbonate wallets from Ridge are 45 bucks. Thanks!

[@Sammich88]

For anyone who says you can't justify that $100 range, well wait for a coupon! Otherwise you have to think about it this way... It's something you use almost every single day. If you're not willing to spend extra on something that you use almost every single day, then what is worth spending a little extra on? I realized this when I bought 3 chairs in 3 years all $100~120 each and all 3 of them had issues surfacing by the end of the year. Whether it be some tearing, cushion flattening, squeaks that I just can't get rid of, or even the overtime back problem because of so-so back support. Ended up giving them away to relatives. Eventually I thought, I use my chair pretty much every single day, why am I cheaping out? Spent $350+ on a high quality chair and 2 years later it's like the day I bought it. Has good back support and none of the problems the previous 3 suffered.

[@_Nathan-]

Apples and oranges

[@EagleWolfSparrow]

Well, theres bunch same design on Amazon, obvious 5~10 $ made in china. Is there no COPY RIGHT for design like small item ?

[@aaronwright561]

For me a purchase like this of a supposed luxury wallet. And inventive design american small time manufacturing. Im gonna support the brand every time

[@ChRis6i]

it's manufactured in china

[@TERRORIZERRRR]

Ignorance is bliss

[@chicofromph33nix64]

MADE IN CHINA🤫

[@rydmerlin]

I have a carbon fibre ridge and I have the one with the strap but I added the clip. I don't use the clip for money but rather the strap. I actually have a loyalty cards under the strap. Interesting thing to note about this is that you always have to cut them down to size for them to fit and a TILE Sport sits there wrapped in cash. I use the clip to fasten the wallet to my pants pocket as I don't feel having it lose is secure enough for me.

[@ChrispyThings]

rydmerlin Thanks!

[@luiscespedes2715]

How uncomfortable is the clip in ur back pocket

[@TheTrueDoomSlayer]

@@luiscespedes2715 I try it, you don't notice it

[@jamesbenham2249]

well, I made my own from a strap of leather and a bulldog clip. it's lasted me years.

[@roxieloot]

So Ridge is over priced. Thats the information i have took from this video.

[@Marc-fi5pw]

I brought the Ridge, last week, it camne last night. i am very pleased with it. It feel comfortable in my front pocket all day, I hardly noticed it. i keeping to see if it was there. I added the money , and the cash band. I am very happy with the wallet. i like the light weight and protects of this wallet, i would buy it again, for my son. pay the extra money, it is worth it.

[@stayvigilant7856]

Just ordered the knock off seems for the money difference it's just as good with the stringer money clip on the carbon knock off Wich is what I like I carry cash.. great review!!

[@garypleasant3116]

I have carried the ridge aluminum for over a year. My dad bought the knock off with the idea that if he liked it more than his huge bifold he would get the ridge. He still has the knock off because apart from the price they are nearly identical. Note we do not use the money clip. We wrap two $50 notes around a card to keep the profile to a min.

[@GagnonGaming88]

Which knock off(

[@garypleasant3116]

Matt Gagnon sorry bro, we could not figure out the exact one. There are so many now. My dads is also aluminum. It’s a bit lighter in color. I can tell you that a carbon fiber knock off my dad got did not have RFID but the aluminum knock off does.

[@JPs-Channel]

I use a high quality rubber band, one that is made to last and hard to break. Usually, they are black. Still under a buck. Best way to hold cards and money. You are not limited to how many cards you can carry inside the rubber band or how much cash you can carry inside a rubber band. You can even carry one card and one bill and it will be secure. Also it should be said that it is harder for a pickpocket to remove something from your pocket if it has a rubber band on it, as the rubber ax as some friction and it will be easier to feel it if it is being lifted from your pocket. I tried some of these wallets, not the ridge per se, but similar products and always go back to my trusted rubber band. I also carry this setup in my front pocket and not my rear pants pocket.

[@roelgarza7088]

YES !!! a comment I totally 100% relate & agree-what a bunch of dumxxxx losers buying Bullxxxx ... I use a regular rubber band - probably less than .00001 of a xxcking Pennie - WAKE THE XXUK UP EVERYBODY !!!

[@wadevenerdi1060]

You should downgrade to a knockoff rubber band. The knockoff might not have the RFID though... lol

[@Jeramithehuman]

Wade Venerdi 🤣

[@hans-jurgenwiegand7465]

It’s only a wallet, I’ve never been impressed by phony Marketing. I’ve always been more impressed with what comes out of the wallet! My attention picks up when the first card is declined!

[@christechguy]

I’ve had my ridge for two years never had an issue, I had screws fall out contacted ridge got a new set of screws sent to me I never had another issue with them.

[@ThunderDraws]

Time for some screw lock ...

[@MichaelSidneyTimpson]

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?

[@curlyhairdudeify]

Modern cards no longer have embossed numbers.

[@rainbowsixsiege-netherland9044]

If you spend $130 on a wallet it's going to be thin alright

[@clintmanuel8545]

I have the ridge wallet, the burnt titanium model for less than 2 months. I've been really careful with it but It scratches easily. You're better off saving your money and going with the cheaper one IMHO. The warranty doesn't cover scratching of the outer plate. It's really disappointing!

[@PickledShark]

Yeah, the burnt look is just an oxide layer. The anodized versions or the carbon fiber would hold up better to scratches

[@soulademics]

The aluminum wallets scratch a bit, wear and tear on things happen, BUT if it bends or gets dented thats a totally different story, I had the polycarbon wallet before I got my gold Ridge wallet, and the polycarbon one bent and had a hairline crack. Ridge replaced my wallet by giving me a discount on the aluminum wallet, so i didnt pay full price because I wanted the aluminum instead of them giving me another polycarbon wallet for free because of the lifetime warrenty. Iv had the gold aluminum wallet for almost 2 years and its fantastic.

[@keithfortson667]

Found knockoff on Amazon for $10. I have been carrying it for about six weeks and love it. If it breaks I might spring for a Ridge.

[@yorokobikanaa]

how is it? broke yet or still strong?

[@jamesstewart7887]

My biggest issue with knockoffs is somebody is profiting off of stealing an idea from someone else. These people/companies do not deserve the time of day let alone my money.

[@nobody2021]

the only reason why people buy knock off stuff, is because the knock off is doing something important that the name brand isn't. in that case, it's cost. i would not be surprised if a standard aluminum ridge wallet costs maybe $3 of materials and labor to manufacture, and the rest is just pure branding markup. you can argue all day whether or not the knock offs deserve to exist, but at the end of the day, they still exist. if they cut into the profits of ridge significantly enough then they need to either sink or swim. like i said, the main complaint a lot of people have is that they can't imagine spending that much on a wallet which is just two flat pieces of aluminum, some screws, and some rubber bands. if it becomes enough of a problem then they will have to be more competitive with their pricing to survive. i am interested in getting one of these, and if i do, it for sure will be a knock off. i'm not a rich man, i can't spend $75 on something as frivolous as a wallet when i already have a tyvek mighty wallet that still works fine, which i bought for $15 several years ago and still works perfectly fine.

[@thomasluong2674]

lily-liver well said.

[@shapeofsoup]

For this particular style, yeah, I think the knockoffs are perfectly acceptable. But then I’ve never been a big fan of the Ridge design. Sure, there are some quality differences, but I don’t think they’re anywhere near worth the premium price. Now I’d love to see knockoff versions of some of the more unique designs like Fantom, Dango, Trayvax, etc.

[@ChrispyThings]

I haven’t seen any knock offs to any of those companies yet. If you come across any let me know. I’d be more than happy to do a video on them.

[@Subieghost]

Finally, wallets I can buy and still have money left to put in it

[@justinbarabas8943]

Joben Xedis if you have no money after spending $100 sounds like you don’t need a wallet

[@Subieghost]

@@justinbarabas8943 it was a joke.

[@externaledition6836]

Where did you get the weighing scale?

[@JoesapTV]

Just ordered a 18.99 knock off! Thanks for showing me that the ridge really isn’t 60 dollars better than a knockoff.

[@TomBabula]

I have been obsessed about ridge wallet and their clones. I started with knockoffs Duxtio and Rossm “forged carbon fiber”. Returned them and ordered burnt titanium. It was not easy decision as their forged carbon fiber cost same and is lighter but I liked the look of burnt titanium better.

[@MRTORRESONE]

that aluminum knockoff wallet sold out at $10.97 . Any further suggestions?

[@ChrispyThings]

Yes. Type in ridge wallet on amazon. You’ll see a lot of cheaper knock off versions

[@MRTORRESONE]

Chrispy Things I truly appreciate your help, great content by the way.

[@mmitch8236]

It probably will loosen up after awhile of usage

[@58920mar]

Bajan mitch not on the ridge I had mine for 5 years and and I replace the clip and strap free because it’s life time warranty... that wallet is a monster up 2000 dollars on the clip well folded 😎🔥

[@itsyaboiherman]

@@58920mar oh u can replace the clip?

[@andrewmartinek9135]

Patriotic Waifu yeah you can replace the clip and elastic band! Makes a huge difference if you ask me. It all depends on how well those knock offs are made.

[@natedagreat19]

Real boxing Fan1 it depends on how long the knockoff lasts. If you’re replacing it every other month for whatever reason, you’d pretty much have spend at much as a Ridge after 2 years. On the other hand, you can make the same argument as jewelry or other accessories like watches, glasses, etc. No one needs a nice watch or real silver rings, or real diamonds. You pay for the material used in Ridge wallets for their value alone, I.E. titanium.

[@cheezehdglen9468]

I place and hide a crisp $100 bill in with my cards in my knock off. It makes those cards slide in and out with a smile each time I see that bill.

[@ChrispyThings]

You’re rich!

[@cheezybred]

In my opinion, it’s not about the “brand names”, but something that you touch and interact with every single day should be high quality. I would spend an extra few bucks to get an authentic wallet, I have my ridge for a year or so now and it’s holding up great, no complaints.

[@W0rp3D]

WOW saw the ridge sign behind you and thought you were going to bag the shit out of the knock offs, kudos for your honesty!!

[@ChrispyThings]

W0rp3D I’m not sponsored by them. I just like reviewing wallets. I usually put the logo of whatever wallet I’m talking about behind me, but recently stopped because people think I’m sponsored and biased. Lol Thanks for watching.

[@W0rp3D]

​@@ChrispyThings This is the first video i have watched of yours, i searched for ridge knock off's and your video was the first video that came up on google, i just bought 2 knock offs from ebay, not sure about the clip getting caught when putting it in my pocket so i bought one with a full band, but it doesnt have the side or bottom band just 1 that goes around the outside, so i bought a clip one as well, for under $11 Australian each, why not.

[@jamesarmenti8876]

bought a 10 dollar knockoff that is very similar to the ridge, bevelled edges for easy card insertion. ridge is grossly overpriced IMO. It also blocks RFID as tested. I could never justify spending the money on something that is SO similar, and clearly not worth the price for what is likely 5 dollars in raw materials!

[@Meloen5]

Mind sharing which one you have? For a friend ;)

[@hepgeoff]

Which knockoff did you buy that has beveled edges?

[@wick3done1]

what is the screw driver for with the ridge wallet they say its to loosen the strap if its to tight for the cards

[@GuiltyMalice]

It really sucks when you’re a maker and come out with a successful product just to have other companies profit from your design. I completely understand buying the cheaper one, I’m not wealthy or even well off and I love this wallet but I cannot afford to spent over $100 on a wallet that won’t ever even hold that much. At the same time I’m a maker myself and it’s the first thing I think about when seeing stuff like this. The time and money invested to have someone else make more money from it because they cheapen it up. It’s the type of shit that puts small makers out of business and in a deep hole of debt.

[@T.A.24]

Don’t be greedy and this won’t be an issue

[@GuiltyMalice]

@@T.A.24 Having a company over seas steal your design to mass produce and sell it cheap will always be an issue for any small businesses that come out with a successful product and it has nothing to do with greed on part of the original maker.

[@fourminusone_]

Owned a Ridge aluminum for 3+ years now and love it, but it has gotten pretty scratched up. I'm wondering if I could buy a knockoff aluminum and switch the plates to my authentic Ridge body, using the Ridge torx screws. Do the holes lineup exactly? Would be cool to see a video of that!

[@ChrispyThings]

That’s a good question. I won’t be home for another week but I’d be interested to see if they line up.

[@2spooky]

As much as I like my ridge, If I were ever mugged, they'd end up taking it and leaving everything else behind, lol.

[@ChrispyThings]

Ha

[@AsAbove_SoBelow444]

I said to my wife if I mugged someone with a ridge wallet I would leave the cash and the cards and snake the wallet. She is now buying me one for christmas lol.

[@anonymouswatcher5733]

My question is , over time pulling the cards in and out of either wallet, does it wear out the cards and scratch them up possibly ruining the card reader strip? Is this an issue ?

[@ChrispyThings]

They do get a little scratched. But hasn’t been an issue for me regarding the strip.

[@Joshadamwyo]

A viable “knockoff” to the ridge would be Armour Supply Co wallets. They have the same contouring on the lip to easier slide your cards in and come in a variety of colors/designs at about 1/2 the price.

[@N.dlr_sparky]

Same price as the ridge

[@AllThingsIzzyTTV]

so where can I buy the rep?

[@ChrispyThings]

The rep? I have links below in the description box to every wallet I talked about in this video. Thanks!

[@5trider29]

I don't really care for brand names (unless its electronics). My concern is about functionality, usability, and durability. Like shoes, I have bought like nike, adidas and converse, and some lasted a year, while other lasted 5 years. Like my fossil leather wallet, it has lasted over 10 years. I can still use it and has developed an unique worn look and patina, but I think its time to change it. Of course, when I am deciding to buy a product, I do a lot of research, to get the right product for myself, especially if its gonna last for years. Although, I usually opt for the genuine affordable aluminium Ridge, that burnt titanium does look awesome.

[@DJKCJ]

What do you think of the Armour supply co carbon fiber wallet on amazon?

[@ChrispyThings]

I haven’t tried their wallets yet.

[@onparguitar3448]

The two main differences is the name and the warranty. The Ridge costs much more due to the lifetime warranty. The same as cell phone cases. Kinda like Snap-on tools, they are nice and made well, but the no questions asked replacement is what you are paying the extra $$ for.. Or you can buy cheap....and keep buying cheap when its worn out. Disposable -vs- lifetime replacement

[@ForwardBias]

Well you would have to replace your wallet six times for the "lifetime" warranty to be worth it, then. Imagine paying six times the price of your phone for "no questions asked" replacement

[@t4thfavor1212]

Snap on has a nice warranty, but you buy it because they genuinely work better than knockoffs. A wallet isnt going to cost you thousands when it rounds off a head stud.

[@LudosErgoSum]

I just use mobile payment. Saved me upward $90 to not have a wallet or fool around with cards. Future is cardless (and already cashless) hence why lifetime warranty is a moot selling point.

[@ChrispyThings]

It’ll never be cardless. At least not in our lifetime. People also thought cellphones would replace watches because your phone can tell time. Your phone also has a flashlight so no need for actual flashlights anymore right? Wallets are accessories and will always be around. Sorry to burst your bubble homie. And if you don’t need or want a wallet, why you watching my videos?

[@Zyanide09]

I decided to buy a few (two) of these knock offs from amazon. Both of them had sharp edges, which resulted in a small hole in my pocket. I then filed the edges down, which helped. One was alot easier to slot the cards in, even though the other had a pull tab. Also one had a screw that fell out instantly, because the hole for the screw was broken, which meant i had to glue it down, and not being able to take the "carbon plate" off again. These knock offs can be quite good, but the quality control isnt.

[@hepgeoff]

The sharp edges of the knockoffs had me concerned for my pocket linings, so thanks for highlighting that.

[@brianmaxwell8949]

Where are the links?

[@LokiDWolf]

People seem to not get that most of the time the original cost what it does because of research, quality, durability, customer service, etc. Knock offs are when you're not really serious about the product from the very beginning. Now, I'm not suggested everything priced high is worth it. But, lots of times, it is!

[@JoNassRasierer]

Tell that Apple.

[@revirdkcalb]

Most of times it's not. If I bought one of $9 (what I usually do with "knock-off's" is immediately buy 2) Even if it only would last me 1 year, I could still buy 1 each year for 10 years before reaching that $90 of the Ridge, which would probably not last 10 years anyway. And yes, I get that R&D and stuff are all included in the pricing, but actually that's the more reason to go for tge cheaper option. They didn't have all those expenses but just copied the concept, so the product will most likely be pretty close to the original thing. A minimum of $90 for the Ridge is not worth it. About $75 price would be OK, but probably it should be priced at $50-60.

[@minnesotaboy]

Do they both have the same RFID protection? I know they say they do, but can we test that?

[@sosaix3545]

I just place the 4 cards I carry in 4 RFID sleeves, wrap my cash around the outside of the whole bundle, then use an inexpensive money clip to hold the bundle together. Been doing this for years and it has yet to fail, plus it’s even thinner and lighter than these are since there’s no metal or carbon fiber involved.

[@tairikuokami]

Or you can just put in RFID blocking card into the bunch to protect all effortlessly, like Blockr Nano.

[@enevarez1471]

So what do you all prefer : armour supply co wallet or ridge wallet?

[@ChrispyThings]

enevarez1471 Ridge for sure

[@enevarez1471]

Chrispy Things- why did you pick Ridge? They look exactly the same.

[@ChrispyThings]

enevarez1471 Well then why choose Armour if the look exactly the same? The Ridge was the first with this design. If that’s the case Armour ripped it off.

[@enevarez1471]

Chrispy Things - I understand but $75 is a bit pricey I just thought something was different between the 2. If there both the same and have life time warranty’s as well and also help a veteran for $55 why Not. Thank you

[@CoffeeBreakSomewhere]

@@enevarez1471 so if someone mugs you on the street and takes your money and gives 10 dollars to a homeless man does that make it all better? They stole the product and to some that means something!

[@Whitttty]

A big selling point for me on the ridge is the fact it has a life time warranty. That makes it worth it.

[@T.A.24]

How when I can buy 10 before getting to $100 and I’m never gonna need more than 10 replacements 😂

[@SteelBuckeye]

Is the card insertion difficulty due to the unused elastic?

[@ChrispyThings]

Not at all.

[@speedyfeint]

i was gonna buy the authentic ridge wallet, but after watching this video, i decided to order the $12 one.

[@hogster5935]

I'd like to know if carried in rear pocket, does it ruin pants/jeans? Meaning wear through material.

[@ChrispyThings]

No. But sitting on a metal wallet will be very uncomfortable.

[@lbank4526]

Your analogy about the car is just dumb. A "nice car" (whatever that may be) and a 1990 Honda Civic are two totally different things. These wallets on the other hand are not. They are virtually identical. So if I could buy a 1990 Honda Civic and it looked and drove and performed virtually identically to the "nice car" then yes. But obviously it wouldn't. Some things I agree you get what you pay for. But that definitely does not hold true for everything.

[@ChrispyThings]

L Bank Your statement is actually wrong, yet my statement about cars is completely accurate. And a “nice car” would be something that’s not a 29 year old clunker. THATS the point I was trying to make. So how is it “dumb?”

[@ChrispyThings]

You can choose to go from A to B in a pos clunker, OR you can choose to go from A to B in style. They’re both accomplishing the same thing, but one is worse than the other. You can pay 200 bucks for an old clunker and accomplish the same as a 100k Lambo. Your choice bud.

[@lbank4526]

Chrispy Things It’s dumb because you’re comparing a Lamborghini to a Honda Civic. These wallets are like comparing a base model Toyota Corolla to a Corolla S. Barely any difference. One has some leather trim. Exterior exactly the same, motor the same, etc.

[@lbank4526]

Only difference is you’re getting screwed over with the Ridge and the off brand is priced where it should be.

[@88Xlmk]

Both Ridge and the knockoffs are probably made in the same factory.

[@LudosErgoSum]

The premium you pay for the brand is 85% of the price. You pay for vanity not quality.

[@vinnymookow1142]

Do the magnetic strips of the cards get worn while they’re packed tightly together in the wallets?

[@ChrispyThings]

They do slightly if they’re stored against other embossed cards.

[@vinnymookow1142]

Chrispy Things thank you sir!

[@NotFinancialAdvice]

I just bought one for $15 on Amazon. Cool beans.

[@NotFinancialAdvice]

@Junior Sanchez Minimalist Aluminum Wallet, Slim... www.amazon.com/dp/B07KXHW2CP?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share So far so good.

[@NotFinancialAdvice]

@Dante Thorne Still have it... works fine... I do recommend putting the top card in upside down as I think the metal wears away at your card's chip.

[@MrNYCman530]

How does the Ridge compare with the Fantom wallet?

[@ChrispyThings]

2 completely different style wallets. The Ridge is 2 plates held together by elastic and the Fantom is a box style wallet with a lever. Both are solid minimalist aluminum wallets. I’ve done reviews on both. Check them out. 👍🏻

[@findingnemo696]

It's just like that yeti cups lol you can always find something like it and say it's better but it's not. I want a ridge wallet

[@lorenblackledge7932]

Finding Nemo yeah fr bro I ain’t trynna get no knockoff pos these mfs are broke

[@MrPAULONEAL]

All the tumblers work the same...

[@cboulware7684]

what is the knock off in the video starting at 9:24??

[@Kriptoker]

It's so funny, everyone complains about buying knock offs. You do realize 95% of the crap you buy, is made in the same Chinese Factory. Just like these Wallets.

[@Paul-xz2bd]

is is $50 better than the knockoff?

[@ghostrangex]

thanks, i was looking at the ridge for a while and only thing holding me back was that it was so over priced, thanks to your video i found a great knock off!

[@MichaelSidneyTimpson]

Ever compare to the aviator?

[@DarksideSleemo]

I wish I could afford the authentic Ridge wallet but I'm really pleased with the knockoff I got. Mine is slightly different from the ones you featured here. The indentation for removing the cards on mine is in the middle instead of the top which makes it a little hard to remove the cards until you get used to it but it does have the beveling at the edge to make it super easy to insert cards. I got the knockoff by Lexture. Only thing I don't like is the really big branding. I cover it with my cash in the money clip.

[@ChrispyThings]

Stephen Tillman I’m doing a giveaway of a few Ridge wallets coming out tomorrow! If you’re subbed, you have a chance to win one! 🤘🏼

[@seangiles3182]

I’ve had the ridge titanium for several years and the interior panels are milled aluminum not plastic and that is what provides rfid protection.

[@markfergerson2145]

Any electrical conductor (titanium and aluminum, could use copper or steel) provides RFID protection by reflecting the signal before it gets to the cards. Carbon fiber (made with real carbon fiber) is resistive and thus also provides RFID protection by absorbing the signal before it gets to the cards.

[@Moviemaniac174892]

I picked up a $10 carbon fiber knock off , it's scratched up but despite being dropped, sat on or stepped on its never cracked or chipped 👏👏👏👏

[@seanwatts392]

I wouldn't call the other brand a knock off. It's just a different branded wallet. Same thing with a Walmart brand trifold wallet. You don't call another branded trifold wallet a nock off

[@ChrispyThings]

sean watts Weird. Then why do you think The Ridge holds a patent for this design?

[@seanwatts392]

@@ChrispyThings I'm not sure. Around 2001 my dad had a wallet just like that before. But from a different brand. So the design didn't just come out. Mabe they want to gain more momey from the design. But I could be wrong. I own the Ridge aluminum wallet and I love it so far.

[@ChrispyThings]

sean watts As far as I know they hold the design patent according to their site. So who knows. Lol.

[@Andrew-it7fb]

Maybe they bought the patent from someone.