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[Nexus 6 Accessories] rx2mazda:
NICE! What Leather did you go with? I'm wondering how the Darker one looks, I might order it!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] swimdude1120:
I went with the darker leather and it looks pretty damn nice I have to say on my Midnight blue!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] wilder782:
Does the blue sand away easily and what grit sandpaper did you use?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] suzook:
Pic????
[Nexus 6 Accessories] gambit07:
100% agreed, this is something I've wanted with almost every phone I've owned, it's strange to me that nobody has picked this up and ran with it. Can't wait! :laugh:
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Pilz:
I'm installing my black leather back this weekend. I'll post pictures for everyone. I'm sure it will look great with the silver frame on my Nexus.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] FatRocker666:
Hey can you share a link to where you got the silver housing for the N6 from (can't find it on eBay)
[Nexus 6 Accessories] drpancake:
here is one on I found on ebay. IDK if its the same merchant he bought it from but its the only one I could find

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Housing-Middle-Chassis-Battery-Cover-For-Google-Nexus-6-XT1100-XT1103-White-/271746286302?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f455742de
[Nexus 6 Accessories] ink-red-ible:
Finally A wooden Back

Hey guys i finally got the bamboo skin yesterday and i put it on today , took me about and hour because i had to trim the bamboo because it comes slightly bigger on all sides, on the top and the bottom i used a small file and on the sides i cut it with an exacto knife and a metal ruler to guide me... Even though it took me an hour i did a pretty bad job, i got anxious towards the end and rushed too much... Even so it looks awesome. For those wondering on the ungly dimples on the bottom, they are non existant :D
[Nexus 6 Accessories] failure_2_win:
I'm doing this too! Just waiting on my bamboo skin. Glad it went successfully for you!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] ink-red-ible:
Thanks, for the sides cutting it will be your best option but for the top and bottom, a file or sandpaper and alot of patience will be the key
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Pilz:
Here is the Black Horween which I must say is excellent! Thank you again [MENTION=5582214]slickwraps[/MENTION] and Weston!

I also posted some pictures of it next to the Football Horween and the Dark Brown so you can see the color difference. I did condition all of them so their color is darker than it was without applying any leather conditioner.

The lighting may not be the best but I hope the pictures are acceptable
[Nexus 6 Accessories] blumnm:
Anyone else with the natural skin leather have an issue with the adhesive seperate from the leather? I tried removing my leather back for the first time after being installed about 10 days and the leather came off, leaving the adhesive behind on the phone...
[Nexus 6 Accessories] nexicon:
What conditioner are you using? And how does the leather feel?

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I've slowly peeled off mine but it seems mine also leaves the adhesive too...
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Pilz:
I bought one called "leather honey" off amazon and I also have some other one I use in my car. I let it sit for 2-3 hours then wipe off any excess. I removed my old one without any adhesive residue but I used a skin under it so maybe that's why. The leather is very soft and feels closer to my old Tumi wallet that I used for 3 years. It's a nice soft feeling but it doesn't scratch easily like old leather would. It feels 10x better that it did initially in my opinion. Be careful because the natural leather can get dark spots from conditioning it but that doesn't bother me.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] shigga:
How do I get the black leather? I don't see it posted on the website. Thanks.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Pilz:
It was sent to me from Weston at Slickwraps
[Nexus 6 Accessories] T-R:
Very excited about upcoming back replacement from Slickwraps. I already got a silver replacement frame so waiting on Slickwraps's new product
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Pilz:
Here are a couple better pictures of the Black Horween:
[Nexus 6 Accessories] seanowns:
Looks great Pilz.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] biggiestuff:
The texture looks great but what happened to the dimple?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Pilz:
It's there I just didn't push that area down (I just did about an hour ago) I'll take new pictures when I get a few minutes.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] T-R:
The sides looks perfect! But is it me or the camera seems to be about 1.5mm recessed, which is kinda strange considering the sides are nice.

Also, does it have the plastic base?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Pilz:
The camera isn't recessed I'll take a better picture of it to show you. There is not plastic base, I just cut up an old skin and used that underneath so I could remove the back easier in the future should I want to.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
Looks Dope! Thanks for sharing!!

Weston

Slickwraps
[Nexus 6 Accessories] shigga:
Weston how can I get a black one?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
Hello,

Please PM me.

Weston

Slickwraps
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Pilz:
I sent you a message earlier today let me know when you see it.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
Did not receive a message from you today. :(

Weston
[Nexus 6 Accessories] emann56:
Did you do anything besides a skin underneath to remove the indents? or is it just really hard to tell with the black Horween leather?

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I also sent you a message as well. Hopefully you got mine :D
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Pilz:
Ill resend it again sometime later today when i get a minute or two.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] situman:
[MENTION=5582214]slickwraps[/MENTION] sent you two msgs regarding a new order and adhesive issue with the current natural leather.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
Pinging me via the thread does not speed up the fact I haven't responded.

I try to respond to everyone as quick as possible.

Thank You,

Weston
[Nexus 6 Accessories] ethan.r.besbris:
Natural leather? Their site only has tan, and dark leather... Where's natural? [MENTION=5582214]slickwraps[/MENTION]
[Nexus 6 Accessories] situman:
As in the natural series.......
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Pilz:
Tan is the natural leather
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
Update on replacement back

I apologize for not posting photos yesterday as promised I've been little under the weather.

- The back plate we received from the plastics company was basically the same thickness as the back, so we're now waiting until a thinner back can be provided later this week.

- 3M reps we're here last week to test the adhesive on the back of the N6 and provide SW with a similar but less aggressive adhesive. The new adhesive pattern will simulate the OEM N6 back plate but will be easier to remove.

I hope to have some images by Thursday of the final mockup to share. We're predicting a full launch the first of March.

Weston

Slickwraps
[Nexus 6 Accessories] gambit07:
Hey Weston any updates on those compete replacement back edit : nevermind!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] emann56:
Can't wait!!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] stumpy352:
Man, did you even read the post above yours? Lol.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] gambit07:
Hahaha, whoops! Don't know how I missed that
[Nexus 6 Accessories] MikeC84:
I just ordered two natural wraps on Monday. I would rather have the new adhesive considering I had a wrap for only a week before I had to get phone replaced under warranty and of course there was no way the wrap was coming off cleanly without adhesive separating from the leather.

Not to mention within the ONE week I had the wrap the color on the sides were wearing off from being in my pocket..
[Nexus 6 Accessories] situman:
The adhesive stuck to the paper backing more aggressively than on the phone actually lol. The adhesive actually separated from the leather and got stuck to the paper backing. Didn't force it any further but the corner lifts now on the phone. Just have to be more careful when taking the leather off the paper backing. Look for a crease on the side edges and start from there. The entire wrap came off the phone pretty easily as a matter of fact.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] freddykarrat:
Hey Weston, any details regarding the natural cork back?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] soraths:
The black leather looks amazing! Where can i order it?

Thanks!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] clninja:
I'll be ordering first thing when the replacement back comes in ! Really want a full replacement wood back.. Hopefully a zebra or ebony is gonna be an option
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Pilz:
It's only for special people /S but it is nice. My favorite is the brown so far but the black is nice.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] emann56:
I like black on the midnight blue. Any colour just does not match.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Pilz:
Yeah mines the white version but it still.looks nice. I used to have the blue one before I had to RMA it the last time in December.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] emann56:
Oh yes I agree, I meant that any other colour but black on midnight blue would suck.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] joselb:
Got my dark brown leather,messed up a lil on the camera
[Nexus 6 Accessories] joselb:
after a hour with a scalpel got the lettering on not 2 good though
[Nexus 6 Accessories] emann56:
Did you put anything under to prevent the indents besides that black skin?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] joselb:
yeah i bought a dbrand skin so that i could get d M logo n i just put it under
[Nexus 6 Accessories] emann56:
I see something white on the frame tho. What is that? did you put it under the skin?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] joselb:
that a piece of envelope paper. I put the sticky side next 2 d power cable so if u ever change d skins d glue wont pull it apart
[Nexus 6 Accessories] MontAlbert:
finally got mine the other day- why can't I find any natural install instructions? Is it different to the usual backings? Do i still need to use a heat gun/hairdryer?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] T-R:
Man, that doesn't look good at all.... no pun intended.

We definitely need that plastic base that Slickwraps is working on because the way it is now, it looks like a leather jacket that got deformed from rain.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Pilz:
Sent you a PM
[Nexus 6 Accessories] mmini1990:
Sent a pm!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] mmini1990:
Received my natural leather back, installed great and put a black nillkin on it, I love it. Can't wait for the full backs!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Normandroid:
PM sent as well!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] lstrike:
PMed...pleaaasseeee don't make me beg...too much! :)
[Nexus 6 Accessories] clninja:
Pm sent
[Nexus 6 Accessories] evviesaurus:
hmm

That looks amazing. Considering doing this, but using painters tape under the skin to help stop it from sinking in where the holes are. Either its a good idea or Ill start a house fire.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Monsterduc800:
Here's my brown leather installed with a small modification. Love the way it looks and feels. Now I need to take the back off so it sits flush.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] stumpy352:
That is gorgeous. Did you laser cut the nexus logo? Looks pretty neat.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Monsterduc800:
Thanks. No it's not laser cut. I used a skin that had the nexus and Motorola emblem cut in it as a template. Then worked the letters with a fine tipped leather tool and a black permanent marker. Let it dry then installed it.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Sleeepy2:
Wow, that looks awesome. Great job.

I wish had that kind of skill (and patience). I would like to have black leather with silver lettering but I don't think that will happen.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] emann56:
Um...... Why are you posting it here? I saw you post it in another Slickwraps thread with the same post.

Edit: Use this thread http://xdaforums.com/nexus-6/accessories/nexus-6-d-brand-skin-t2921852
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
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BA!

You're very talented, it does look laser cut.

Weston

Slickwraps
[Nexus 6 Accessories] stumpy352:
Might "feel" premium, but its still vinyl. We're talking about real leather here.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] situman:
[MENTION=5582214]slickwraps[/MENTION]

I get that company wants to offer as many products as they can to attract customers, but what happened to servicing customers on existing products? Place two separate orders two separate time and both are extremely delayed in processing and shipping. The first order took over a week to ship and only after Weston helped me out (thanks again), my second order is still in pre-shipment and its been almost a week. Emails take a few days to get responses and just tried calling and all I get was a voicemail prompt to leave information.

Weston, please don't take this personally. You've been more than helpful, it's the rest of your company that needs to get on the same page.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] rx2mazda:
[MENTION=5582214]slickwraps[/MENTION]

PM sent about beta testing! Thanks
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
Hello,

I'm very sorry to hear this.

I did just learn today that some orders we're on B/O that had Cognac Horween Leather as a item. Horween is an amazing company and great leather, but it's taking over a month to get large orders from them. At the current rate we are selling out weekly of the Natural Series. We are working with Horween to speed up purchase orders and increase the QTY amount of hides.

In the meantime, I will have your order overnighted and a credit placed on your account for the full amount of the order.

I apologize for not being able to handle this sooner.

Weston

Slickwraps
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
Thanks!

You're first on my list!

Weston

Slickwraps
[Nexus 6 Accessories] rx2mazda:
Awesome!!!!!!!!! Can't wait, thanks!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] emann56:
Any update on those photos of the replacement backs?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] situman:
Thanks. Against nothing against you. You've been very helpful. Just wish the communication was better. I would have been fine if someone from your company had communicated that its backordered. Thanks again.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Monsterduc800:
Thanks, black with silver lettering would look pretty cool. Once the black is available, I may have to order one to work on.

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Thank you. I can't wait for you to get the new replacement backs available. I'll be ordering at least one for each of the different leather colors you have available. They are a great product.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] prophet of doom:
sent pm ...not sure if it went though didnt show up in outbox.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
Yes, the inbox has reached it's capacity. :)

I think this can take a few days to sort.

Weston

Slickwraps
[Nexus 6 Accessories] serdaj:
Also sent out a PM. I assume the same is the case for me. Hope to hear back from you soon as I am looking to change my frame from blue to silver as soon as the chassis comes in from China.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
Introducing Natural Cork

At only 0.12mm thick it will not add any unnecessary bulk, while still having an option for a case. Natural Cork offers the highest level of grip out of any style in the Slickwraps collection. Remember XDA members receive a discount using code: XDA

Link: http://goo.gl/pPG3mz
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Elnrik:
I'd be too afraid my officemates would try to pin notes to it!

J/K, looks good! Might have to get it.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] stumpy352:
Looks nice but the quoted thickness can't be right. Did you mean inches, not mm? Or there is an extra 0 in there. That's 1/10th of the he thickness of a human hair, lol.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
Yes! Added an extra zero in there.

Weston

Slickwraps
[Nexus 6 Accessories] swimdude1120:
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Here is my second attempt at swapping out the OEM backplate for the leather back. What do you guys think?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] T-R:
The gap (especially on the bottom) seems too big
[Nexus 6 Accessories] stumpy352:
Looks good. Would look awesome with the silver frame though. Its hard to find wraps that suit the blue frame. Think I'll have to get a silver one & swap it out.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] swimdude1120:
Thanks for the input. Is still a WIP as of now

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Yeah, I've been debating on ordering a replacement frame myself and swapping that out.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] serdaj:
When sanding the frame what grit sandpaper did you use and did you have to use any solvents or anything to bring the color set out of the aluminum.

I would love to see pictures if you have any of the power button and volume rocker up close as you say you didn't polish them.

Lastly, how did the metal frame look before you began the polish but after the sanding and cleaning was complete? Trying to decide if I want the shine.

Waiting on a SIM adapter in the mail so I can use my N5 while I mod this thing. Thinking either Natural Horween or maybe Cork (maybe burning the Nexus and Moto logos into it) from Slickwraps.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] seanowns:
Remove please.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] cc16177:
Any word on replacement backs with cork? Love to try it but rather wait if the replacement backs are around the corner.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
We are shipping Beta's out this week and after testing we will launch.

I wouldn't worry, we have hopes to make these available to past orders for little to no cost.

Weston

Slickwraps
[Nexus 6 Accessories] rx2mazda:
400, 600, 800, 1000, 1200, 1500. I usually finish with 2000-3000 grit but I got tired and wanted my phone back together. I used "Greased Lightning" for the side buttons. Just soak them in there for 10-20 minutes and it takes the anodize right off. You could soak the whole frame in greased lightning to remove the blue but, you will have to remove everything off the frame(i.e. Led flash, etc,). If you want to go with a brushed aluminum finish and not polished then you can just stop at 400-600 grit. The sanding is the polishing once you get into the 1000's grit. I did finish with some aluminum polish but it was plenty shiny before that.

BTW, if anyone wants a silver color replacement frame but doesn't want to wait for shipping from China, please PM me. I have one I don't need.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] emann56:
I was supposed to get the black leather natural install.... No where in my package do I have it. Just got the package today and it took forever just to get here :(

EDIT: the football leather is not staying on the back of the phone :(

EDIT 2: I just took it out of my pocket and its not sticking anymore :(
[Nexus 6 Accessories] robert_ayala:
I sent a PM to be added to the list of beta testers. Thanks!!!!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
Hello,

Please DM me.

Thank You!

Weston

Slickwraps
[Nexus 6 Accessories] emann56:
Done.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] cc16177:
Cool. Just ordered a cork and dark leather back. Love supporting you guys since you listen to us so well!!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
Huge Thanks!

Means a lot to us!!

Weston

Slickwraps
[Nexus 6 Accessories] situman:
Weston,

I see my order finally shipped on Wednesday. Wasn't overnight or anything else, but I'm just glad it's on its way.

Thanks,
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
Sorry about that.

I did credit your account for the full amount.

If you ever need anything I'm here to help.

Weston

Slickwraps
[Nexus 6 Accessories] situman:
Just checked my paypal and cc, no credit. It's fine. I'm not concerned about it. I am getting the product so I should pay for it.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] slickwraps:
It's in your SW account.

Weston

Slickwraps
[Nexus 6 Accessories] shigga:
Weston, i finally got my leather back, thanks. But I had Pm'd you about sending me the black one. I was sent the tan one.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] MontAlbert:
Loving the football leather skin. Was a bit slippery at first but after using it for a while it is so much more grippy than stock. I just stuck it onto the stock back (didn't want to mess with removing the back).

The extra thickness it adds is sfa. After using it for a few days I don't even notice it anymore. My spigen ultra hybrid fits over the top. It's a tight fit and not as good as without it but it still fits (I only use the case at the gym). The feel of the NFL leather on the back is amazing. Smells like a football too. Hehe

My only issue is that I'd like the edges to be rounded. Really looking forward to the replacement back NFL leather combine.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] blitos2:
Just ordered the bamboo natural series with moto dimple. Can't wait to install it! Hope it crosses the Atlantic to Europe fast! ?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] serdaj:
I really want to pull the trigger on the bamboo and the tan leather but I"m holding out for more word on these beta backplates. I trust that when you guys that are getting them receive yours you'll be uploading pictures and opinions here.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] clninja:
[MENTION=621924]weston[/MENTION] can I order a black horween leather yet?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] rx2mazda:
[MENTION=5582214]slickwraps[/MENTION] hasn't gotten my mailing address for the Beta testers so hopefully they haven't shipped any yet. I'm eagerly awaiting mine and I will definitely post pics/review once I get it!

Any update Weston?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Rodstarrr:
Just received my bamboo and leather skins.

The packaging and presentation is absolutely amazing.

That kind of stuff definitely goes a long way. Haven't installed yet because i'm trying to figure out what i'll be putting underneath the bamboo when I replace my OEM cover.

Might just use electrical tape to cover the loose wire but people have been saying they're using a spare skin.

Anyways thanks a lot to [MENTION=5582214]slickwraps[/MENTION]
[Nexus 6 Accessories] seanowns:
I just received the Cork and can echo all other positive statements. It looks very high quality.

I am going to try the full back replacement as well. I have a D-Brand skin I might try as the initial layer.

Oh by the way, it was like 2-day or 3-day shipping and actually beat an amazon purchase.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] jason1332:
Got my leather on today. Used a slim plastic backer as used in presentation binders cut to size. It will hold me over until the replacement with built in backs are ready. Great quality product.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] jason1332:
I was worried about the ribbon cable as well but it really wasn't a big deal. I didn't put anything over it, it is recessed into the plastic frame upon application.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] emann56:
PICS!!!! Please and thank you.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] jason1332:
Well, I'm impressed enough with the leather to order the bamboo. I'll be sure and report back once I get it and put it on.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] seanowns:
Pics
[Nexus 6 Accessories] seanowns:
Cork straight to the phone with backplate removed. The cork makes it sit quite well. I can't even tell it's not perfect flat.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Sleeepy2:
Damn, that looks really nice. I was holding out for black leather but I might change my mind now.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] joshm.1219:
Looks so sweet I ordered mine a couple days ago, planning to take off the back cover. You didn't put anything under it?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] seanowns:
Nothing under the cover. Be careful taking the cover off. It felt like one spot could mess with the antenna although should be easily avoidable if you are careful. I used my fingers to hold done phone inner while peeling off.

Hard to say if anything under it would help. It's a great height as is. You can feel the slight lack of flatness but it looks right still, stock look really.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] stumpy352:
How rigid is the cork as a back cover?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] joshm.1219:
Thanks a lot for posting pics and the advice.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] seanowns:
It doesn't feel very rigid to me. I go naked though and wanted the grip. KNOCK ON WOOD.