Dango A10 Adapt wallet // modular carry experience refined!

[@SantaZeede]

Great review! Between Dango and Trayvax we have so many interesting choices, and both are Made in the USA! I have the M1 Rail Maverick and the rail system is such a neat piece of engineering! Glad to see them doubling up on it for the A series!

[@walletopia]

Yes, the M1 Rail review is coming soon and I'm glad they doubled down on it too, great concept. I'd much rather buy the foundation chassis with options then countless variations of the same wallet frame.

[@snrtaco]

Sango D01 bifold is a win

[@THEREALTWISTEDINSANE]

Maaaaan , best channel ever, just said to do this one next and BOOM !

[@walletopia]

I aim to please!

[@TsiratiugZ]

Not sure how I fell into this wallet rabbit hole, but I've probably watched 100 different wallet reviews and I still can't find a wallet that checks all the right boxes for me. There's lots to like out there, this wallet included, but there's always SOMETHING that keeps me from pulling the lever. Not sure why that is.

[@walletopia]

Narrow it down to material, then carefully consider what you carry and how you carry. Do you like lighter (slim) wallets or don't mind something bigger like a bifold. Finally, determine how many cards you HAVE to carry, not that you WANT to carry.

[@Omegaparsec]

so it's been a year since this comment, have you came across the right wallet by now? If so, what did ye get?

[@hepgeoff]

Me too! I

[@chimchu3232]

I went with the dango maverick bifold, I couldn't be happier. Been carrying it for a year and a half, holding up great. The leather has broken in nicely and it's been dinged up a little because I take it to work every day, but no damage just light wear. Suits my needs perfectly and I would buy it again

[@armandcouture4655]

Holy Moly same exact situation here also!! Dango has that 20% for Father’s Day too! I like all the Trayvax ones but there is always something that deters me from saying that’s the one. They all have pros and cons! Maybe that’s why people just get a few of them!!?

[@heatherg3440]

The rail system tears the hell out of my cards. Any suggestions?

[@RyanHicks]

One thing you never seem to touch on in your reviews is everyday use as it pertains to carrying it. What I mean by that is how does it fit in your pockets, what's the best way to carry said wallet, does it put holes in your clothes from the different materials since its metal, or is it even comfortable to sit on if in your back pocket? Those sorts of things.

[@walletopia]

Thanks Ryan, great feedback!

[@hepgeoff]

Exactly the questions I had, thanks!

[@chimchu3232]

I would never carry my wallet in my back pocket, that's bad for your spine. I have the bifold maverick, it's slimmer than a traditional wallet, but being steel it is rigid and hard so it doesn't flex. That said, it fits just fine in any pants I wear, if your normal wallet fits you should have no problems.

[@davidbroadway3012]

The flexure built into the rail is a clever feature for holding cards , but I'm concerned that it won't provide enough holding force to serve the dual function of sufficiently securing the card expansion adapter without it sliding off when going in and out of a pocket. Is a set screw or some other mechanism provided to provide an additional component of force to prevent this from happening?

[@walletopia]

No, nothing other than what it comes with.

[@scottshaw3220]

Still looking for the one. Had a strapo, it was nice. My biggest hangup is finding a wallet I can carry 1 key in as well. I don't like it hanging externally. Plus being visually impaired, I don't like trying to fish for it. Any ideas

[@Unjustified_Bot]

I had an issue with this wallet when it arrived. The company stripped 2 screws during assembly. It made it had to get the screw out to change the face plate. I contacted the company and they said since I damaged the face plate (despite them being the reason) and not sending it in, they wouldn’t honor anything. No support phone number makes them seem shady too.

[@racsocastro5976]

Always a great helpful review, Markie ❤️

[@walletopia]

Thanks man!

[@lefort5206]

The adapter wallet looks like it can fall/slide off easily, it doesn't seem snug.

[@walletopia]

It's not, it rattles a bit, so if that play is problematic then it will drive you nuts.

[@garytillman9380]

When will you review the Durango M1 Lite?

[@hepgeoff]

Nice review. One concern I have for all metal wallets, is how well does it carry in your pocket? Will it wear holes in your pockets over time, and will it scratch my iPhone in the same pocket?

[@chimchu3232]

No. Been carrying mine for a year and a half, I don't carry my wallet in the same pocket as my phone, so can't really attest to the scratching your phone question, but I think it would be unlikely. All the edges of the steel are well rounded off, nothing sharp on it, an mine has leather pockets on both sides that kinda pad it. I've never once had it wear a hole or otherwise damage pant material

[@chimchu3232]

It is different having a hard steel wallet, doesn't flex in your pocket or anything, but overall they are smaller and slimmer than most traditional wallets so I find I don't even notice a difference in most cases

[@m_recordz]

Perhaps you should consider rating packaging as well? A rating separate from the wallet's would be interesting, to me at least! Is the packaging recyclable? Is it reusable? Is it wasteful? In this day and age, sustainability is a legit consideration with any product.

[@walletopia]

Great insight. While I don't have a rating explicitly for that I do wrap some of that into the perception rating. As you might have noticed packaging is big with me as it shows how well the company is trying to present their brand and principles. If they've put great thought into the packaging, then you know the product will usually be good.

[@noahbenjamin1473]

Really enjoy your videos. One question about this wallet, did you store it in your back pocket? If so, do you feel it'll start to bend like the aluminum box wallets. I'm really thinking about this wallet but keep my wallets in my back pocket and I'm 6'1 200lbs

[@walletopia]

No, I always carry in my front pocket and especially metal wallets.

[@noahbenjamin1473]

@@walletopia thank you for the feedback 🙏

[@AK-of9qx]

Very cool wallet. Hope there’s leather options available in the future

[@walletopia]

Me too, that would be cool.

[@kimekholm6469]

Your prayers have been answered, color options for each accessory as well

[@SJ-xp7zi]

I'm curious as to how you calculate your scores. You seem to have 5 criteria, each with a 5 or 6-point scale (0-5 or 1-5 stars), which seems to suggest a max of 25 or 30. How does this wallet end up with an overall score of 39/50? Regardless, you always do a very thorough job on the reviews - thank you!

[@walletopia]

Ah yes, that question comes up often, it's weighted which throws it if you're doing a straight calculation. Go to this video to the end and you'll see how the weighting is applied. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqO6Y4OcqNWUmJY

[@SJ-xp7zi]

@@walletopia Wow, a whole video explaining the process - nice! Thanks for passing that along...

[@MBynum]

I got my A10 in the mail yesterday and I like it so far. The rail system on it takes a little getting use to with four cards in the slot. Got three cards in the front for now to help lossen the DTEX to get the cards out a little easier. Like to see them come with one of the M1 attachments next.

[@walletopia]

Great to hear! I just finished a carry test with this wallet, I quite liked it really. The rail mechanism was solid and I do like the ability to swap out accessories.

[@MBynum]

I was debating on getting the bifold accessory based on my previous Dango wallet I was carrying 10 cards. But since I'm trimming down the amount of cards I have to at least 5-6 (including ID and debit card), the single card attachment should work for me. And adding three cards in the front definitely losses the DTEX if you leave it like that for a day or two. Actually was able to add another thing ID card as a 4th card to it just for kicks.

[@MBynum]

For the DTEX front attachment, how easy is it to slide the cards in and out from the pocket if you do 2 cards instead of 3?

[@walletopia]

Super easy, I just finished a carry test with it (that video will be coming out in a few weeks) and it was no problem.

[@brucepolsky4590]

How many bills can you store inside that hidden compartment ?

[@walletopia]

3-5 folded, then it gets very tight.

[@trumpeter93]

Do you think that pulling the wallet in and out of your pocket would slide the rail?

[@walletopia]

If your pants are super tight, it could, but it does require some effort to get past the initial friction lock in the slider. I've been carrying it for a month with loose(r) pants, shorts and never had the problem. The slider turns out to be a great fidget device :)

[@trumpeter93]

@@walletopia I am on the fence of this because I really want a minimalist wallet that doesn't have cash exposed and I don't prefer a bifold cover. I also use the tile slim. I currently have the fantom r and use the tile overtop of the cash on the silicon strap. My only issue with this one is that my cards seems very loose in the fantom r and it makes me anxious. Any other suggestions? I really don't want cash or anything to move when I am taking it out of my pocket and I want it covered from eyes. (I've seen most of your videos now hah)

[@walletopia]

How much cash do you typically carry? The cavity space between the slider and the card carry spot in the back is good, but since you have to fold your cash twice or in thirds, too much cash would be a problem, OR it would keep the slider more secure :). The card slot on the other side is very secure I've never had issues with cards sneaking out of it. Overall I've been happy with this wallet, especially since it's not as wide as traditional Dango wallets.

[@trumpeter93]

@@walletopia I carry 5 cards (2 with numbers, one slim medical card, and 2 no numbers), and a tile slim (width of 2 cards no embozzing). Usually only carry a max of 4 bills. Can fit this all?

[@walletopia]

The tile might be the difficult bit. The rest will work no problem , but the time might be a problem unless you went to the bifold option.

[@ahmedaladraj]

Best channel ever 👍

[@walletopia]

Thanks Ahmed, you're very kind!

[@brandonsmith4039]

I’m having trouble deciding between this bifold or the maverick bifold what would you recommend? Money isn’t a issue either

[@walletopia]

I like both, but the A10 is narrower than the Maverick, which makes it more usable to me. I'm finishing up a carry test with the A10 and I've really enjoyed it.

[@davidbirkes7308]

I love carrying the a 10 I also put the ekster tracker in it since I am prone to losing my wallet

[@normalman8447]

Hello, Mr. Ward! Did you look into any of the wallets from Recycled Firefighter? The man offers some interesting wallets :D

[@walletopia]

Hey! Yes, we have it in inventory, I’ve added your vote to it so it can move up the review schedule!

[@petipetya]

Many materials together but plastic is the weak link . For example it wobble in Chrispy Thingss channel.

[@walletopia]

I’m seeing the same thing as I carry it. That will come up in my carry review.

[@obsidiansands]

YIKES! It's $109 for the bifold one. Their wallets are way out of my price comfort zone. My Stow hasn't let me down yet.

[@walletopia]

Hands down, the STOW has yet to be topped in my mind by like wallets, it just hits all the marks.

[@turnbasedtoddy7664]

walletopia Where can you actually vote? I believe you already put in a vote for me for the Farrah money clip wallet, but I was just wondering if there was a place to vote.

[@walletopia]

@@turnbasedtoddy7664 We don't have a place to vote unfortunately as the inventory is constantly changing, but when someone in the community asks, I always mark the wallet so we can keep the most requested wallets coming first.

[@bogiesan]

I found the A10 with the dtex bifold interesting but ultimately unusable. In addition to all the weird stuff you pointed out, the lips of the dtex pockets are sewn into positions that catch the top edge card in the pocket; the card cannot be removed without serious fiddling. The noise, the bills interfering with the slider, limited rail capacity … it’s a cool product with no practical functionality. I hate it.

[@walletopia]

Agreed, great idea, but the execution was problematic.

[@TongueJedi]

using the M1 titanium.. love it but a bit bulky..I think this wallet would be better for me, but waiting for leather/titanium version.

[@walletopia]

I really like where this is going and I don't doubt they'll have that combination in the future.

[@donaldshaffer1065]

From the pics I thought this was much smaller than the m1 but it's not that much. I really want to see them side by side

[@walletopia]

@@donaldshaffer1065 It's actually more like a "normal" wallet. The A10 is 64mm wide where as M2, for example, is 74mm. Visually and in your hands you can tell it's narrower.

[@donaldshaffer1065]

@@walletopia yea it's just they're never both shown in pictures together. The a10 is always shown in landscape and m1 in portrait so one always looks significantly smaller to be though it's not much

[@j.a.styles547]

I think in my opinion its a stepback compared to the m1 rail ( still their best wallet our of everthing ) 🤔 , thanks mark for the review 👍

[@walletopia]

FYI, the M1 Rail review is scheduled for publish very soon. The concept of the flexible entry head that snaps cards into place is incorporated twice in the A10. I believe that the failing, which isn't that big a deal to me, is the tolerances of the plastic in the accessory which does allow some play and rattle if you move it around. Other than that, the connection for security is really good.

[@bh9262]

How can you pot cash folded in thirds? I couldn't do it..

[@clayb.6077]

Nice review since I've carrying my favorite wallet the trayvax OG2 blue for over a year now this A10 is the only other wallet I've considered purchasing I I love the money clip on my og2 so I'm very curious if the optional money clip would work with the bifold a10 or one side of the bifold would get in the way. Also I've been debating the huge price difference to get similar card capacity of my og2 for $29 compared to over $120 for the bifold a10 and optional clip.

[@TongueJedi]

the bifold wouldn't work with the clip. it will get in the way covering the back. Also keep in mind when adding any of the attachments you lose the card/ID window since the add-on takes the place of the rail. however, you still have the hidden compartment for cash, key etc

[@clayb.6077]

@@TongueJedi thanks for the info. It's good to know . so the bifold without the clip could be a nice option

[@TongueJedi]

Clay B. That’s What I would use however as mentioned in another post.. waiting to see if they make it in leather and titanium.

[@alvinchng1982]

Jealous that you received 1st than me... 😂 I bought bi fold and add single pocket.

[@walletopia]

Great options! I like how you can mix and match accessories.

[@alvinchng1982]

@@walletopia Yup and this time, no screws haha.. Saved alot of time to swop around with the accessories.

[@StruC]

What's the difference between cash folded in thirds or cash folded twice?

[@walletopia]

Technically they're the same as the note if folded twice to get there, but in practice, folded twice is fold it in half, then fold itself over in half again. Folded in thirds is you fold both ends in equally over the note. Folding twice is much faster than thirds, but many wallet manufactures like to show cash in thirds because it looks better and appears to not be as bulky.

[@StruC]

@@walletopia Ah, so it's about folding it twice to get either thirds or quarters. Thanks!

[@walletopia]

QUARTERS! That's it! I knew there was a better way to describe it, but it was lost on me.

[@iamtheblackmiura]

Does Euros fits in this wallet?? The secret comparment seems to be small for euros since euros are a bit more bigger than dollars

[@walletopia]

Great question, the

[@SteelHex]

Not the wallet for me. - Relatively large, thick, and heavy for something that carries only 5 cards and 2 bills. - Due to its metal frame, it can’t be stored in the same pocket with other items I don’t want scratched, like my phone.

[@THEREALTWISTEDINSANE]

It's the one for me! Woooooo

[@walletopia]

I'm carrying the A10 now for a future carry test video and I've had to move items from pockets due to the metal, my car keys are in the same pocket now versus glasses. But from a weight perspective it's very light, much more than other Dango's I have. I also discovered today that the DTEX is NOT RFID, I've been tap paying like a bandit, which is so convenient.

[@SteelHex]

It is lighter than other Dango wallets, but compared to a Bellroy Note Sleeve or a Trove or any other 5-card 2-bill wallets, it is bulky and hefty. It does have a certain tactical look and it can be used as an ID holder. These features would appeal to certain people, but not to me. My 4 pant pockets are filled with a smartphone (sometimes two), a multitool, a card wallet, a hand sanitizer spray bottle, keys, and occasionally a pocket .380. A front pocket wallet to me needs to have a small footprint and non-marring material, because it may share space with 1-2 other objects.

[@walletopia]

Agreed, it has to meet your carry strategy or it’s no good, especially when a wallet is only thing one item on your EDC list.

[@brandonxchang]

Would you recommend the bifold version of this a10 over the bifold d01?

[@brandonxchang]

is it worth spending the extra money?

[@walletopia]

They both attempt to do the same thing, so I would say get the one that you like the most.

[@brandonxchang]

@@walletopia okay thanks. Are cards easier to get out of the A10 with the rail system thank the rubber band on the D01? Or are they about the same

[@marclondon5638]

@@brandonxchang I like the a10 myself,as you can put bills in the little cavity, instead of messing with. a strap.

[@el_iconoclasta]

Bought the phone adaptor and don't hold the a10 securely

[@justincro7146]

Double pocket would be nice

[@walletopia]

With the bifold accessory for the rail system, there are two card slots

[@dennisb119]

If u shake the wallet the cards will come out. Not secure at all

[@JFX_304]

I actually can fit 5 20s folded under my license with no problems and without the single pocket.

[@walletopia]

Nice, so you use your license as the card you slide into the rail with folded cash under it, right?

[@JFX_304]

Yes exactly

[@mccrimmon574ify]

I find the dango unconfrable in pocket like my leather good review

[@autumnmatthews3179]

The carrier they use really stings you for import tax here in the UK

[@walletopia]

I hope Brexit can solve some of that for goods coming from the US....VAT is a mess.

[@tonyparkin3379]

They need to change the rail design to lock in place. Way to loose to attach bifold accessories.

[@walletopia]

Yes it does rattle

[@mikeoreilly4020]

It's a LANYARD, not a tether. I'm talking about that paracord thing you keep pulling out of the Dango boxes and throwing aside. Trust me, I'm a knife guy.

[@walletopia]

I can agree it’s not a tether but it’s also not a lanyard, it’s too short and stubby. Not sure what to really call it.

[@mikeoreilly4020]

@@walletopia Never mind. I'm just funnin' you. I enjoy your videos. I bought the M1 Bifold. I hope the leather loosens up with time because the card slots are tight.

[@walletopia]

No worries I didn’t take it as such, it made me think more about it 😁. That leather will loosen up, no concerns there.

[@tomslovenski]

Great video. But that’s a ridiculous price

[@rush48192]

y do you need to pull all the cards out at one time

[@walletopia]

Yes, since there's no give in the metal slot, you need to push them all from the bottom, then pull the one you want out.

[@ahmedhishamdr8485]

I wonder who has enough patience to deal with such a complicated device..?

[@THEREALTWISTEDINSANE]

🙋🏾‍♂️

[@mccrimmon574ify]

I found a really top wallet company is das OFFENE MEER LEATHER the houbei or top side quick draw u will love them

[@walletopia]

We've reviewed a number of Das Offene Meer wallets including the Houbei - kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJ-wm59qf9eWoNE

[@mccrimmon574ify]

@@walletopia ok did not know thanks and the craft and lore got a higher score even knowing how the cash went in the other one could u explain what u liked a bit more in the craft and lore

[@walletopia]

The difference came down to a higher score for the Houbei on features and usability. That's due to the cash wrap function versus the cash folding on the Insider. Capacity is also much higher on the Houbei.

[@PhilipHubbe]

I tried organizing my wallet and I need too many cards for this :(

[@walletopia]

Next best option is look at the STOW wallet.

[@DrDennis]

Waste of $99! I went with the Stow Slip Wallet for about $50! Excellent

[@walletopia]

The STOW's a winner in most cases I'm finding with like wallets if you take preference out of it and leave it to features.

[@nukerecoil]

Review it with the bifold please

[@walletopia]

Imagine the same mechanism but with a bifold and 13 card capacity...there you go!

[@Richard_Barnes]

4 cards? What about embossed cards? No Rich, stop asking about another wallet, behave 😂👍🏻

[@walletopia]

Ah yes, the dreaded embossed cards, I just say take the number of flat cards and cut it in half for embossed. But no, no need to behave, we know which wallet you're talking about 😂

[@kamikazecho640]

dango looks cool yeah but its not smartly designed. Everything about it looks gimmicky. its not very flexible, features are forced. What I am looking right now is the veered wallet, a good example of quality, minimalistic and above all very SMART functionally.

[@ihavenoname8020]

First

[@elmcguffin3083]

How you get damn near 10 minutes out of that woman's wallet. 🤦🏿

[@walletopia]

😂

[@did4u2b69]

Very appreciate your great review, compare A10 and Akeeni Xsto, which one do you like better? Looking forward your response, thanks again!

[@walletopia]

I've carried both and the I prefer the XSTO, but didn't mind the carry experience with the A10.

[@did4u2b69]

@@walletopia would you mind sharing a little more about the reasons? You prefer XSTO because user experience or classy looking or others? Thank you again! Really like your reviews, i watched a lot of them, not skip the AD. Shared your reviews to some friends.

[@walletopia]

@@did4u2b69 For me it's a tighter footprint and overall I can carry more cards with more cash than the A10. The A10's pocket for cash does not accommodate many notes compared to the XSTO.

[@did4u2b69]

@@walletopia thanks for the honest review and opinion, I purchased both. LOL