No, Mr. Bond, I expect a 5 Star Review.
I made the decision to purchase a sturdier eye patch to replace the cheap foam and fabric ones I have been using.<br /><br />This handmade patch showed up in my mailbox this afternoon, the first day of the "will deliver by" date range. It is solidly constructed and will definitely outlast the ones I've been using. The hardware is metal, as are the connection points where the leather straps connect to the patch and where the buckle is connected to the end of the strap. There isn't a single stitch of thread in this entire piece and all of the connections are solid. I wasn't sure if the strap was going to fit, as my head is on the larger side of the size range, but it fits very well. There is enough material after the last hole that I could add another half inch if my head swells for some reason.<br /><br />I've only worn it for about an hour today but it is very comfortable and unobtrusive so far, and I don't see that changing. There are no rough spots in the areas where it touches the skin and the leather is supple enough that it doesn't dig into my head.<br /><br />I was expecting it to be more 'pirate' than 'Bond villian', and I am very glad that it looks like the latter instead of the former. Now maybe I'll get some respect around the office through intimidating looks.<br /><br />30 DAY UPDATE - I'm still using the patch daily and have found that the strap has stretched a bit, making for a more comfortable and secure fit. Everything is as good as it was on day number one.
Rating: 5 stars