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bionic77

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I have been using the same shitty Eddie Bauer wallet since high school and want to get something a little flashier. Any suggestions on brands, prices, etc?
 
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Haven't used a wallet for a couple of years now. They suck! Just roll your id/cc up in what little cash you have and stuff that shit in your pocket.
 
I use a wallet like this:

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I hate giant wallets, and this is the only one that I can actually stand. I think I bought mine a few years ago at J. Crew for around $15 or $20.
 
Cerebral Palsy said:
Haven't used a wallet for a couple of years now. They suck! Just roll your id/cc up in what little cash you have and stuff that shit in your pocket.

I have too many cards for that to happen. I follow the George Costanza philosophy when it comes to wallets.
 
In my whole life I've never used a wallet. When I die I will be a John Doe until I am identified, with money in one pocket and a condom in the other.
 
I just got a leather wallet a few years ago and I've discovered they suck. Once they stretch out they don't go back, so if you have a bunch of cards in a section then take a couple out the rest will have a tendancy to slide out because that sleeve has been stretched out.
 
ForzaItalia said:
In my whole life I've never used a wallet. When I die I will be a John Doe until I am identified, with money in one pocket and a condom in the other.

:lol :lol

A true man.
 
spliced said:
I just got a leather wallet a few years ago and I've discovered they suck. Once they stretch out they don't go back, so if you have a bunch of cards in a section then take a couple out the rest will have a tendancy to slide out because that sleeve has been stretched out.

That's why you should use the wallet that I posted. Keep your most used cards on the outside, and put the rest inside with the elastic strap. It can't stretch out.
 
bionic77 said:
I have too many cards for that to happen. I follow the George Costanza philosophy when it comes to wallets.
You do remember how that turns out, right? Enjoy picking up your shit when it explodes in your fucking face.
 
Error Macro said:
Actually, no one has mentioned wallets in this thread so far. You're all talking about billfolds.

</nitpickinginternetnerd>
I always thought they were the same thing. Dictionary.com and Merriam-Webster agree.
 
temp said:
I always thought they were the same thing. Dictionary.com and Merriam-Webster agree.

Actually, MW says that wallets are usually for carrying unfolded bills. In the traditional use of the word, that's correct.
 
I have a Louis Vuitton wallet. Was something like $350 (bought it in Japan). It's small enough not to cause a huge lump on my pants, and big enough to store everything I need it to. It'll probably be my wallet for the next twenty years, so it was worth the investment. :lol
 
Error Macro said:
Actually, MW says that wallets are usually for carrying unfolded bills. In the traditional use of the word, that's correct.
God, that's past nit-picking. I can't even find a definition that says bills being folded or unfolded is exclusive to either.
 
BuG said:
You do remember how that turns out, right? Enjoy picking up your shit when it explodes in your fucking face.

:lol

Such a great episode.

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George pulling out his wallet.

George: Because important things go in a case. You got a skull for your brain, a plastic sleeve for your comb, and a wallet for your money.

Jerry holding up a hamburger while holding George's wallet.

Jerry: But look at this thing. It's-it's huge. You got more cow here than here.

George: I need everything in there.

Jerry looking through George's wallet

Jerry: Irish money?

George: I might go there.

Jerry: Show this card at any participating Orlando-area Exxon station...to get your free 'Save the Tiger' poster.

George grabbing back his wallet.

George: All right, just gimme that. And gimme some of those Sweet & Lows.
 
Hmm, this thread has not been very successful yet. I was hoping it would end up being like the shoe threads in the past.

Ask GAF for help on nice wallets, you don't get much help. Ask GAF who the best porn star is today and you get a 6 page thread with 2 billion views.
 
bionic77 said:
Hmm, this thread has not been very successful yet. I was hoping it would end up being like the shoe threads in the past.

Ask GAF for help on nice wallets, you don't get much help. Ask GAF who the best porn star is today and you get a 6 page thread with 2 billion views.

This is what you do: Go to the nearest outdoor/indoor swap meet, convenience store, etc., and buy one of their inexpensive leather deals. Black.

I've thought about upgrading in the past, but seriously, no one gives a shit what you carry your money in. It's not like someone is going to notice, or even care to compliment you on it.

Btw, I'm not a pessimist, I'm a realist.
 
Error Macro said:
This is what you do: Go to the nearest outdoor/indoor swap meet, convenience store, etc., and buy one of their inexpensive leather deals. Black.

I've thought about upgrading in the past, but seriously, no one gives a shit what you carry your money in. It's not like someone is going to notice, or even care to compliment you on it.

Btw, I'm not a pessimist, I'm a realist.

Eh, I am not doing to impress anyone. Just want a nice wallet for a change.
 
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This has enough space for all the cards I need to carry (medical/ID/credit card/atm/student ID/etc), and it doesn't feel bulky. The only thing is it doesn't have one of those see-through ID pockets which would have been nice but it hasn't been much of an issue for me. Added bonus, it matches a jacket I have.

How much are you willing to spend? This one was around $40. Before I found this one I was considering a Ben Sherman wallet which was around $50.

Error Macro said:
This is what you do: Go to the nearest outdoor/indoor swap meet, convenience store, etc., and buy one of their inexpensive leather deals. Black.

I've thought about upgrading in the past, but seriously, no one gives a shit what you carry your money in. It's not like someone is going to notice, or even care to compliment you on it.

Btw, I'm not a pessimist, I'm a realist.

Girls will notice. :)
 
Awhile back i went to one of these

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I only carry abit of cash, my license, 1 credit card, and my check card so it works out fine. Got into the habit of using one from when i was living at clubs/bars and a wallet was more of a pain in the ass than anything.
 
bionic77 said:
Hmm, this thread has not been very successful yet. I was hoping it would end up being like the shoe threads in the past.

Ask GAF for help on nice wallets, you don't get much help. Ask GAF who the best porn star is today and you get a 6 page thread with 2 billion views.

You need to start a new thread: "What kind of wallet does your favorite porn star use?"
 
Yeah, get something minimalist. Brand doesn't really matter. As long as it can't carry change you should be fine.
 
heavy liquid said:
I use a wallet like this:

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I hate giant wallets, and this is the only one that I can actually stand. I think I bought mine a few years ago at J. Crew for around $15 or $20.

Where can I get that one?
 
loxy said:
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This has enough space for all the cards I need to carry (medical/ID/credit card/atm/student ID/etc), and it doesn't feel bulky. The only thing is it doesn't have one of those see-through ID pockets which would have been nice but it hasn't been much of an issue for me. Added bonus, it matches a jacket I have.

How much are you willing to spend? This one was around $40. Before I found this one I was considering a Ben Sherman wallet which was around $50.



Girls will notice. :)

How much I am willing to spend depends on how much I like the wallet. ;)

I really would like to hold the wallet first (as with almost any clothes or accessories I buy) before I buy it. What kind of wallet do you have in that pic there?

And I will look at some of the Ben Sherman's too.

I am surprised more people aren't interested in this. I guess not many people give a damn about their wallet.
 
bionic77 said:
Hmm, this thread has not been very successful yet. I was hoping it would end up being like the shoe threads in the past.

Ask GAF for help on nice wallets, you don't get much help. Ask GAF who the best porn star is today and you get a 6 page thread with 2 billion views.
Has GAF failed you, or have you failed GAF?
 
I've got a pretty old Fossil bi-fold wallet. Holds 6 cards, picture thinger, and the money. Had it for ~5 years now and it's held up well.
 
JFolds run about $45 USD/$60 CDN. I think it was a good purchase because it's something I actually use daily, so I don't mind spending more money than usual on it. At least that's my thinking.

On the flipside - IT'S ONLY A WALLET. You could purchase an identical wallet except way less stylish for a fraction of the cost. It'd still be just as functional IMO. Regarding durability, I dunno. My JFold is in pretty good condition, but I don't think a cheaper wallet would really be that much less durable at all.

Still, what's $60 in the long run? Really depends on what $60 is to you.
 
I have this custom made thingy that I got at the local Saturday Market that's a combo of a money clip and a pocket to hold cards. It's really thin and works like a charm.
 
Ecrofirt said:
Since someone already used the Bad Motherfucker wallet, I present you with my second choice.

Duct tape wallets.

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Are there step by step instructions on how to make this wallet? I want one!
 
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