I grew to love this case
I received this case today.  Because I love the unique look, I'm trying to overlook the bulky feel when I'm talking on the phone.  I will definitely need my headset for this case.  Its also more difficult to use the power and volume buttons which I wouldn't mind so much until I have to take a screen shot.  Its also difficult to stand the phone up with this case since there is no built in crease to hold the phone in place.  This could have been a great case if it was better thought out.  I may end up going back to my $10 case simply because its more functional.<br />Update 12/6/2018:<br />After breaking it in, I'm able to bend the leather to make the phone stand up.  I've actually grown to love this case and decided to use the hand swipe feature on my Note 8 for screen shots.  I'm glad i gave this case a chance.  The leather gets better with use.  Im able to carry it as a wallet with my credit cards and driver's license snugged in place and my keys connected to the hand strap for quick runs.<br /><br />Update: 9/26/2021<br />I change this to 5 Stars!!<br />It is almost 3 years later and I'm still using this phone case.  The leather has darkened to a beautiful brown and the leather is softer and looks like good quality leather to this day.  This case will out live my Note 8.  When I update my phone,  I sure hope this case will be available for my phone type because I dont want to use another case Ever!!
Rating: 5 stars