Searching for a New Wallet

***iacas*** · February 19

Before 2005-ish, I had a leather tri-fold wallet.

For about the last 20 years, I've used this: https://moneyclamp.com/collections/core/products/geneva-black-matte-rfid-wallet. Many of you have or had them, too: I gave them out at Newport Cups and some other things, I think.

Well, the metal fatigues and they break every 5-7 years or so. I had three from the TST order back nearly 20 years ago, but my last one broke yesterday.

In my wallet right now, I have about six credit or debit cards on one side (some personal, some business), things like my PGA card, health insurance card, etc. on the other side, and my driver's license and digital business card (NFC and QR code) in the middle, with anywhere between ten and whatever number of bills this shows (I thinned this out a bit after taking this photo, but admittedly I like paying for things in cash, particularly from small businesses or to tip):

I see, like many of you probably do, all those wallet ads on Instagram. Or Kickstarter. There are a lot of options out there.

So, for those of you who carry wallets and who still carry some cash… (TBH I'm more likely to drop some credit/debit cards from my wallet and just use them via Apple Pay than I am to not carry more than a few bills of cash) what wallet are y'all using? What's good?

I don't think I want one of those "all metal" wallets, but maybe that's just the updated version of what I have now, and maybe that's fine. I've seen the money clip type things that are magnetic, but… I feel like those might only work with about six bills of "thickness." Otherwise, it feels like it'd have to be a strong magnet, and I'm not sure I want a strong magnet on my wallet as I chuck it in my golf bag, a cart, near my phone, by credit cards or hotel door keys… etc.

So, again… what do y'all use? Or am I just really old and nobody uses wallets?

**klineka** · February 19

I purchased this one in November of 2018 from Amazon and it has held up incredibly well considering the price point.

Amazon.com

But I am also starting to look for a new one now though because it gets annoying whenever I have cash because the bills get folded in half so the thickness increases quickly with just a few bills plus its a major pain when someone hands me change to try and get it back into the wallet in the correct order and folded in half properly especially if I'm carrying bags or items or something else. That part has always bugged me it's just gotten annoying enough lately to where I want something different.

Edit: @iacas are you aware that there's a lifetime warranty on yours? Looks like you could get a new one for like $25

Edited February 19 by klineka

***iacas*** · February 19

7 minutes ago, klineka said:

Edit: @iacas are you aware that there's a lifetime warranty on yours? Looks like you could get a new one for like $25

Yes, but they break every 5-7 years. So… Meh. I'm looking at alternatives. I also don't like how they call it a lifetime warranty… but give you $25 off a product (I was looking to get the Munich if I stuck with MoneyClamps).

**ChetlovesMer** · February 19

9 hours ago, iacas said:

Yes, but they break every 5-7 years. So… Meh. I'm looking at alternatives. I also don't like how they call it a lifetime warranty… but give you $25 off a product (I was looking to get the Munich if I stuck with MoneyClamps).

Way back when I got 2 Ridge Wallets off their Kickstarter campaign. ... that was maybe 2013ish.

I gave one away and have been using the other one ever since. No complaints.

***iacas*** · February 19

1 hour ago, ChetlovesMer said:

Way back when I got 2 Ridge Wallets off their Kickstarter campaign. ... that was maybe 2013ish.

I gave one away and have been using the other one ever since. No complaints.

None seem to hold much cash.

I have 11 cards (counting my driver’s license and stuff).

**StuM** · February 19

You could go Old School for the cash. The bands do get brittle after time but are cheap to replace.

**ChetlovesMer** · February 19

3 hours ago, iacas said:

None seem to hold much cash.

I have 11 cards (counting my driver’s license and stuff).

I have exactly 11 cards in mine right now.
Here's some pix of it with 11 cards and 18 bills.

**saevel25** · February 19

I got the ridge wallet that has the elastic strap to hold the money. The ridge wallet itself is built great. I am getting use to using the built in strap. I had the one in the image above with the metal money clip and it worked great.

Since I got my 2nd one, I use the old ridge wallet for gift cards and misc cards.

**dennyjones** · February 19

I've been looking at this one but haven't pulled the trigger yet:

Amazon.com

During Christmas they were 20% off. I don't see that price now.

Edited February 19 by dennyjones

***iacas*** · February 20

Top two choices:

Hide & Seek: Wallet With Hidden Pocket | Bellroy

This billfold’s classic good looks and slim profile hide a clever secret – a concealed section inside that keeps extra bills, cards or coins out of sight.

Ridge Wallet - Forged Carbon

The strong, slim, and sustainable ridge wallet is now available as forged carbon wallet. The anodized aluminum plating lets you enjoy a scratch-resistant surface.

Distant third:

Amazon.com

This was one I considered for a bit too:

Amazon.com

**TN94z** · February 20

I have been somewhat looking into a new wallet as well. I was curious about the ridge since none of my friends seems to carry them. I move to my old Sandtrap with money clip one when we are going out somewhere. I change when I am working though. Strange, I know...haha. I like the idea of the Ridge, but I also like the Bellroy you posted. I have not seen that one. I carry maybe 8 cards plus the driver's license and some cash

***iacas*** · February 20

I ordered both the Ridge and the Bellroy. I might keep the one that arrives first, I might try both and return one… I don't know.

**boogielicious** · February 20

I have the Bellroy. I really like it. The hidden pockets are a neat idea. I have about 8 cards in it too.

**colin007** · February 20

I hope I'm not the only one that was thrown off by Erik mentioning that it's been 20 years since 2005.....

**Missouri Swede** · February 21

4 hours ago, boogielicious said:

I have the Bellroy. I really like it. The hidden pockets are a neat idea. I have about 8 cards in it too.

I've got other Bellroy stuff and like it. I've looked at their wallets, but I've been concerned that the owl logo would snag on my pocket. Has that ever been a problem for you?

***iacas*** · February 21

31 minutes ago, Missouri Swede said:

I've got other Bellroy stuff and like it. I've looked at their wallets, but I've been concerned that the owl logo would snag on my pocket. Has that ever been a problem for you?

It's a little raised bump, isn't it? Probably only a few mm.

**boogielicious** · February 21

10 hours ago, Missouri Swede said:

I've got other Bellroy stuff and like it. I've looked at their wallets, but I've been concerned that the owl logo would snag on my pocket. Has that ever been a problem for you?

No. It’s just a small logo and it don’t wear skinny jeans. 😜

**wetzel1592** · February 22

On 2/20/2025 at 10:37 AM, iacas said:

I ordered both the Ridge and the Bellroy. I might keep the one that arrives first, I might try both and return one… I don't know.

I have a ridge but my favorite option is to just use a binder clip. Wrap your cash around your cards to make a little sleeve and you’re good to go. My family apparently thought I was just poor and got me a ridge as a Christmas gift so I’ll use it until it wears out.

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