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★★★★★
High Quality Sleeve For Kindle 2
I looked at many different sleeves before I finally decided to purchase this one. I wanted a case to protect my Kindle and this case provides the level of protection I wanted. The quality of the construction feels very study. The stitching on the fabric shows no lack of quality. The velcro shows the same workmanship.
This case has a nice soft inside material that sort of reminds me of micro fiber. Also it seems to provide enough padding to keep the Kindle from getting damaged from accidental drops or from being damaged while in another bag.
I wanted a case that was fully enclosed but worried that a zipper case may scratch the sides of the device when opening or closing a zippered case. The book style cases didn't provide a fully encasement when shut not to mention the case was attached to the Kindle when in use.
The only thing I would have changed is the amount of room for the Kindle. It is not a big deal but when you pick up the case with the Kindle inside you can tell, that at times, you are accidently pressing a the next buttons on the side of the device. This isn't a big deal because I always but my Kindle to sleep before placing in the case but I still find it half way annoying. Just a little extra room, maybe a 1/4 inch, possibly less may keep this from happening.
**Update**
After having the sleeve for a couple weeks now the materials seemed to have loosed up and I no longer think it needs any extra room. The fit now is perfect. I enjoy this product so much that I have been thinking about ordering the Timbuk2 Messanger Bag.
I did accidentally drop my Kindle once so far while getting out of my car and the sleeve protected it from the parking lot gravel.
**Update** 11/30/2012
After nearly two years of owning my Kindle and this sleeve both are still in great shape. No signs of wear on the Timbuk sleeve. Definitely will buy another to fit a newer model Kindle if I ever upgrade.
December 2009 · Electronics · verified purchase