You will either love this leather Kindle Paperwhite case, or you will not.
— LEATHER —
This beautiful leather case is exactly what it's meant to be. There are some that thought this wasn't a good case and returned it; they didn't understand what they were buying. This is aniline leather—a type of leather that doesn't cover the surface with a topcoat paint, this means the leather retains its natural surface grain and texture. The design reasoning behind this choice was so that the leather could patina over time. What you see in the product photos is what it looks like, new. Over time, scratches, dents, and bruises are *supposed* to show on it, that is what gives your case life, *that* is what gives it character. Each case will end up looking unique over time.
— FIT —
The black plastic is form-fitting to your Kindle Paperwhite, not wasting a single millimeter of space. Your Kindle is secure and protected when closed because of embedded magnets in the cover, and you won't have to worry about cracking the screen or back. If you take care of your Kindle, you could easily sell it for a decent return and upgrade to a future model.
— SUMMARY —
This is a beautiful premium leather case, and I love how mine looks now. It's certainly been through some exciting reading adventures [see photos]. This case also makes a great gift for people that treasure old books that read on new technology. Highly recommended.
Do you like nice natural leather products and love holding your Paperwhite? Then this is a really well made (and expensive) case you should consider.
As other reviewers mentioned, this case has a natural finish (not suede) that shows marks easily (see my photo how it shows "a to z" via a fingernail). If you're not fond of patina, take a look at the standard Amazon leather cases which have a very tough treated texture (the yellow case in some of my images). Or opt for one of the inexpensive paperwhite cases ($10 Fintie case shown in my multicase photos with a very dark brown color below the yellow case). In my opinion, the $40 Kindle leather case's leather feels the same as the obvious plastic "pleather" of the Fintie case. Just be aware that the inexpensive Fintie (other brands too?) cases don't provide as much drop protection as the Amazon Kindle branded cases (see my photo of the case interiors and edge profiles).
Amazon claims this is their lightest case. On my kitchen precision scale (second measurement made in grams):
Premium Leather Case: 4.8oz (135g)
Amazon Kindle Leather Case: 4.9oz (140g)
Fintie case: 3.1oz (87g)
Lighter yes, but by a negligible amount. Fintie case is noticeably lighter with its super thin edges and minimal drop protection.
Total weight with 2014 Paperwhite inserted into this premium leather case is 12.1oz (343g).
I personally thought the leather on the case looked dry. After making the "a to z" mark on my case (see photo), I applied saddle soap to the top of my case. (see photo that shows the darker cover with saddle soap rubbed on it and the untreated back of the case). Notice how the "a to z" mark has almost completely disappeared. My last photo shows how the saddle soap darkens the case, making it a darker walnut brown color. While the case can still easily be scratched, 50-75% of a light scratch can be rubbed out easily and quickly with a finger now that the leather is more moisturized. If you want to experiment with saddle soap (or other leather care products), make sure you test only a small part of the case first and ensure you like the result.
I'd never heard of aniline leather, so I looked it up and this is what I found: "Aniline leather is a type of leather dyed exclusively with soluble dyes without covering the surface with a topcoat paint or insoluble pigments. The resulting product retains the hide's natural surface with the 'grain', i.e. visible pores, scars etc. of the complete original animal's skin structure." - Wikipedia
The cover has a slightly rough finish and yes, it does scratch easily. It also heals pretty easily. Over time the oils in your hands will seep into this leather to give you a unique patina. I just try to keep in perspective that I bought this cover to protect my Kindle.
The cover has a magnetic clasp that is easy to open and close. I really wanted a cover to put my Kindle to sleep when I close it and wake it up when I open it (now I just have to get rid of the advertising). My Kindle fits snugly inside with no danger of falling out. The inside fabric is like a thin, dark denim.
I'm very happy with this cover. I hope you enjoy my video.
Upgrading from my Kindle keyboard to the new 2015 Paperwhite and and decided to "go all the way" on the purchase of a cover. So glad I did.
It is important to know how this item is supposed to behave to scratches and normal wear. Many reviewers seem to miss this fact or don't understand the type of finish applied to this leather. The leather is treated for an aniline finish, meaning that the leather is treated, but not protected by the finish like typical leather products. The cover shows wear VERY easily, so be prepared for that - it is supposed to be this way.
This is exciting and terrifying at the same time. I am thrilled to see the eventual patina and wear that will give my cover it's future look, but at the same time, I want to make sure that I don't rest it on a wet spot or have someone sit a glass on it...yeah. I will be even more mindful of this than I would the regular cover for this very reason.
Just received my 2015 Paperwhite and it fits perfectly. The unit sits inside the cover very securely, and rests even within the border, so you don't have a weird rise or drop around the perimeter of the case.
The perimeter of the case is a softer rubber feel, like a protective bumper for your device. The inside of the case is a soft fabric that also protects your Kindle from scratches.
The magnetic flap also turns the Kindle on and off as advertised, such an improvement from the Kindle Keyboard power switch I am used to. I highly recommend this product for your Paperwhite!
Really darn nice. Really darn expensive, but if you're looking to splurge, go for it. You won't regret it!
Update - I was running after the bus and my kindle fell out of my jacket pocket and got run over by a car. You can see the tire tread in the photo. Still works! If that's not an encouraging review of this case, what is.
Feature Product
- Designed by Amazon to be the lightest and thinnest protective cover for Kindle Paperwhite (will not fit Kindle or Kindle Touch)
- Crafted from premium leather featuring a ruggedly smooth finish, the classically styled aniline surface will wear and patina naturally with use, making each individual cover unique
- Wake or put your device to sleep by opening or closing the cover
- Magnetic clasp ensures cover is securely closed
Description
Better Together
A fusion of soft, premium textured leather and an innovative, form-fitted interior secures your Kindle Paperwhite without any hinges or straps.
Crafted from premium natural leather featuring a ruggedly smooth finish - the classically styled aniline surface will wear and patina naturally with use, making each individual cover unique.
This innovative cover automatically puts your Kindle Paperwhite to sleep when it is closed and wakes it upon opening, making it easy to jump back into your books.
Slim, form-fitting covers designed by Amazon to perfectly fit your Kindle Paperwhite and provide full front and back protection.
Lose Yourself in Your Reading
Our top design objective is to make Kindle devices and accessories disappear, just like a physical book, so you can get lost in your reading.
We achieved this with a form fitted cover that does not require straps over the front of the device, enabling the cover to wake your Kindle or put it to sleep by opening and closing it. The subtle woven nylon interior perfectly colored to disappear along with the device. Additionally, the cover is designed to fold back, so you can read comfortably with just one hand.
On the Go
Thin, lightweight, and durable, this cover is perfect for taking Kindle Paperwhite wherever you go. When you are finished enjoying your content, simply close the cover to put your Kindle Paperwhite to sleep and you are good to go. The integrated magnetic closure will ensure your cover stays shut while in a backpack, purse, or briefcase.
This leather cover is perfect for the Kindle. Very well made. The stitching is tight with no fraying or knots. The Kindle fits tightly and perfectly into the case. There are no 'straps' and no chance that your Kindle would "fall out", even when dropped ... based on experience. Just a comment for those who haven't had or handled leather products in the past. Leather is soft, it can be marked up easily. If it get's wet it will get 'darker'. If you put oil on it to make it water repellent, it will darken and never return back to it's 'original' color. The natural oil on your fingers will darken the leather and make it 'shinny' much like the corners of a well read book. It feels wonderful in the hand like a well worn baseball glove, and yes, it smells like leather. The picture provided shows my Kindle after countless hours of reading and travel. It goes with me everywhere. Highly recommend.
Comparing the actual case to the picture I can see why some people have been disappointed. It's not that the quality is bad, it's just that the leather finish is different than what people might expect. From the picture you might expect a cover of something like marbled leather underneath a delicate satin sheen. What you get, however, is entirely different but beautiful in it's own right. You get soft, wonderful smelling leather in a finish that looks vintage almost as soon as you remove it from the case. Yes, it shows scratches, but yes, they can be buffed out. The leather felt a little dry when I first got it, but an application of Bickmore Bick 4 helped moisten things up a bit. Further applications might be even more beneficial. My Kindle has been banging around in my backpack for a week now, and for the first time today, the leather had more scratches than I really wanted. A quick once-over with a horsehair brush brought things back under control. Frankly, however, we both know that I'm not going to keep brushing this case. After the novelty wears off, I'll just leave it alone and let it do the whole patina thing.
Functionally, the cover works great. The Kindle sits in the case very securely, and it puts the Kindle to sleep and wakes it as promised. The inside of front cover feels like some kind of sturdy fabric, and it feels good and natural in the hand. I haven't noticed any hand-sweat.
I like this case. It looks rugged and interesting, like a courier's satchel or something. I'm willing to accept the argument that it may strike some as a particularly masculine cover, but I think it would appeal to both sexes if they understand what they're getting. They're not getting buttery leather, they're getting earthy leather--if that makes any sense.
Here are some pics.
I'd been coveting this for many months and finally bought it when it was temporarily on sale for 25% off.
I have owned the the regular Amazon leather Paperwhite cover Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Case - Lightest and Thinnest Protective Genuine Leather Cover with Auto Wake/Sleep for Amazon Kindle Paperwhite, Onyx Black in a couple different colors. This Deluxe paperwhite cover is much nicer. It's only slightly lighter, but the leather is MUCH better. The leather of the regular Amazon leather Paperwhite cover looks and feels cheap in comparison. The deluxe cover's leather looks and feels like real leather.
On the other hand, the regular Amazon leather paperwhite cover is much cheaper (though still expensive), more durable, and comes in lots of colors. The Deluxe one only comes in brown.
I'm reluctant to recommend the Deluxe cover for a couple reasons.
First is the cost: It is almost never on sale, and the regular price is literally half as much as the Paperwhite itself. If you plan to keep your Paperwhite for many years, you'll get your money's worth, probably. But I like to upgrade to a new Kindle every other model, about every 3 years, and whatever money I spend on cases is usually lost when I upgrade.
Second, the color and appearance of the Deluxe case are a bit different than shown here in the photos. When mine arrived and I first opened the box, I was disappointed in the color, which is darker and less vibrant than shown in Amazon's photos here. Some users have included pictures in their reviews, which is helpful.
Third, as almost everyone else has said, this leather is soft and easily accumulates scuffs and scratches. Now, as a real leather product, this is to be expected, and you can keep it looking nice with the occasional application of saddle soap or leather conditioner. So I wouldn't let this deter your purchase decision.
Fourth, it is only slightly lighter than Amazon's regular leather Paperwhite cover, which I think is too heavy.
There are a couple other options. One is the regular Amazon leather Paperwhite cover for $40.
Or you could go cheap and get a Fintie or Omoton cover, like this one (which I also own): OMOTON® Kindle Paperwhite Case Cover -- The Thinnest and Lightest PU Leather Smart Cover for All-New Kindle Paperwhite (Fits All versions: 2012, 2013 and 2015 All-new 300 PPI Versions), Brown Map. The Fintie and Omoton covers (which are virtually identical to each other in every way) come in lots of colors and designs. They are MUCH lighter than the $40 Amazon leather Paperwhite cover. They are not real leather, but they look approximately as nice as the $40 Amazon leather Paperwhite cover. The only downside is they are less protective and frankly won't likely last as long as the Amazon cases.
But I'd either go with the cheap options or the Deluxe. The regular isn't much nicer than the cheap options and it's much inferior to the Deluxe.
I have been watching this for a while on amazon waiting for the price to drop and it finally did. At $59 it is still a bit pricey, but I do feel it was worth that. I have always appricated real leather covers on both my Bibles and other books and as much as I use my Kindle wanted that same look and feel. This cover does not disappoint, it is a soft brushed leather texture, not a smooth shiny one. That is what gives it the more worn look with wear over time, like an old book.
Please read the description below, it is designed that way;
"A fusion of soft, premium textured leather......Crafted from premium natural leather featuring a ruggedly smooth finish - the classically styled aniline surface will wear and patina naturally with use, making each individual cover unique"
I was surpized to read a review saying this was not leather, Yes, It is most definitly real leather, and it smells like it too! Some have complained about the scratches that form on it, Yes, it does mark up some, but again that is because it has a soft leather finish, and to me that adds to the look of it. Again, please read the discription it does say the leather will show wear making each one unique. (It is supposed to, I don't think some reviewers read the description before buying it) I have noticed if you take a damp paper towel and wipe down the lighter scratches some of them will mostly go away; however, mine is marked up from being in my work book bag, but I think it looks great, like an old saddle.
If you want one that won't mark I would suggest the original leather kindle case that has a more smooth shiny finish. I have one of the original leather ones on my Kindlefire and it is nice, but I do prefer this one on my kindle reader. The edge is thick rubber and better quality than the cheap plastic edges of my last aftermarket cover and protects the Kindle well. The metal clasp is nice quality, riveted on well, and closes nicely to the magnet and puts the kindle in sleep mode. The case has stitching around the edge binding the leather to the cloth backing and it has some kind of hard board or plastic that is in-between the leather and cloth stiffing it , it is of good quality and I am sure will last many years. Probably will out last the Paperwhite itself. I'm very happy with this purchase.
After reading the reviews I opted for this expensive case because after 5 years my Kindle Keyboard case looks slighly worn but more or less the same as it did when I got it. The leather on this one is meant to accumulate wear patterns to establish a unique look. Came out of the box with two marks on it and has picked up some more in a week. I've read that some users have used leather treatments and brushes to keep it very fresh looking and that's one option. I personally want it to give my Kindle a bit of character. I liked worn books and think this case will lend that feel to my new Paperwhite. The only complaint I have is the sharp edge by the charging port and power button. I frequently hold left handed and support it on my pinky. Causes a bit of pain after a stretch and I find myself still searching for a more comfortable way to hold it.
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