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Manhattan Portage Pen Case – Massdrop Exclusive
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Manhattan Portage Pen Case – Massdrop Exclusive
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Made in collaboration with New York’s Manhattan Portage and available exclusively on Massdrop, these cases offer a lightweight, versatile solution for pen storage on the go. The durable Cordura nylon exterior has a water-resistant coating and is available in multiple colors voted on by the Massdrop community Read More
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132
Oct 4, 2018
What the hell guys!
Here's a photo comparing my original Manhattan Portage Clamshell Pen Case to the Massdrop exclusive Manhattan Portage Clamshell.
You replaced the beautiful Cordura 1000D nylon interior with some sort of cheap soft and awful generic cheap black Nylon. If I had known that "Massdrop exclusive" stood for cheap cost cutting and a decrease in quality I would have never joined the drop!
Here's a photo comparing my original Manhattan Portage Clamshell Pen Case to the Massdrop exclusive Manhattan Portage Clamshell.
You replaced the beautiful Cordura 1000D nylon interior with some sort of cheap soft and awful generic cheap black Nylon. If I had known that "Massdrop exclusive" stood for cheap cost cutting and a decrease in quality I would have never joined the drop!
SunshineCrazy
144
Oct 23, 2018
I have the earliest half zip version, where the fold down flap is shorter than the most recent updated version. I prefer the shorter flap and will be keeping mine. And i just noticed on your clam shell version, they don't sew the pockets to the bottom (ie: the blue shows below") like the half zip. I wonder why
Vira
4117
Feb 13, 2017
Received mine today, much nicer in person than on screen. Good quality overall so I would highly recommend.
The five slots are not exactly equally sized. Starting left, first slot the smallest, second and fourth slot are the same, third slot is sized inbetween the first and second/fourth, the fifth slot is the largest slot.
If you have a naked needle tip mech pencil, I feel it is better protected in the middle (third slot) since the zip is reinforced there for a little more rigid feel so it doesn't bends there.
If you have a naked needle tip mech pencil, I feel it is better protected in the middle (third slot) since the zip is reinforced there for a little more rigid feel so it doesn't bends there.
Vira
4117
Mar 24, 2017
It's a Hemingway mechanical pencil. Its a very nice clean mech pencil! There's three material options, steel, titanium, aluminium; mines alu, fast to fly across the page.
You can check it here https://hemiwear.com/
Benjiaw
7
Oct 23, 2016
I would like an update of this item please as it has been quite some time since I (WE) paid. Thank you.
Sir_Bigzalot
12
Oct 30, 2016
BenjiawThank goodness for this comments section.. I'd completely forgotten I had paid for this and though something must of gone wrong.
Thw1990
209
Jan 6, 2017
So, I've had this case since the last drop, so I figured it was time for a review.
Reactions:
1. Material is Cordura, which is basically a heavy synthetic canvas. Exceptionally durable. Some have commented the quality is basic. I disagree. Craftsmanship and materials are very good, except fold over pattern should be modified slightly to accommodate closing it with large pens in it. You can easily do this modification yourself, as I intend to.
2. Each slot is a different size. Large pens will not fit properly in the middle (parker ballpoint) slot. The reason for this is when the case is closed it will crush the pen or it won't close all the way--don't do it. Small pens only in the middle. However, on either side there is ample space for even the largest of the large pens.
3. Amazing protection for your pens.
Bottom Line: Best 15 bucks you're gonna spend to protect your pens. Buy one.
Reactions:
1. Material is Cordura, which is basically a heavy synthetic canvas. Exceptionally durable. Some have commented the quality is basic. I disagree. Craftsmanship and materials are very good, except fold over pattern should be modified slightly to accommodate closing it with large pens in it. You can easily do this modification yourself, as I intend to.
2. Each slot is a different size. Large pens will not fit properly in the middle (parker ballpoint) slot. The reason for this is when the case is closed it will crush the pen or it won't close all the way--don't do it. Small pens only in the middle. However, on either side there is ample space for even the largest of the large pens.
3. Amazing protection for your pens.
Bottom Line: Best 15 bucks you're gonna spend to protect your pens. Buy one.
ChuckDee
1906
Jan 12, 2017
Thw1990Thanks for writing this- now I don't have to, and can just say that I totally agree with your assessment.
Neralo
132
Sep 27, 2017
Guys while I appreciate the update, ya'll should know by now that its pretty unacceptable to wait till the shipping date itself to inform us of a delay. The company's what, 5 years old now? And you've run many many drops by now. These are errors/mistakes/oversights i expect from a company that's just starting out and figuring out the kinks. Not one thats been around for a while now.
michchron
0
Sep 27, 2017
NeraloI cancelled my order. It is ridiculous that after a three month lead time, they still could not make the commitment. And then as mentioned above, wait until the expected delivery date to post an "update". There are plenty of good case alternatives from companies willing to deliver the their product.
Uppinder
8
Jan 4, 2017
This is one of the worst drops that I have participated in. The actual product took 3 months to be delivered and the quality is pretty basic. This is no good for expensive pens !
Lajos.Andrejkovics
31
Jan 26, 2017
UppinderExactly. I am shocked now to read all the praises of high quality and good craftmanship... then I wonder what is considered bad quality if this is top for most... You just can't say good quality for a $15 product. A quality is either good or bad, no matter if it cost $1 or $100. Better put your pens in a plastic zipper bag, at least it will be waterproof...
Fearlessleader
403
Jan 4, 2017
I see that nothing has been done to fully protect the pens from rubbing against each other. This real should be called a pencil case since I can't understand how anyone would put $50-and-up pens into these.
Fearlessleader
403
Jan 5, 2017
Not showing that in the pictures. The flap doesn't cover the clips and the half zip doesn't show anything to cover the pens when its closed.
Lajos.Andrejkovics
31
Jan 26, 2017
FearlessleaderGood point. The clamshell in only good for pencils and the one with the flap..well just look at the reviews, the flap is too stiff to work. I think I'm gonna put my micro-screwdrivers in it.. although it will be my most expensive screwdriver case...
Honeybadgers
371
Dec 16, 2017
THIS THING ROCKS.
I got mine on the last drop and am buying another right now. It will take two oversize pens and then 3 more normal ones.
if you're having them with the clips outside the pouch, for fountain pens, make sure the pens are rotated to the side to make sure the clips don't rub against each other. But it has no problem holding a visconti homo sapiens, a TWSBI vac700r, platinum 3776, full size bexley, and a lamy 2000.
Build quality is great. 5 pens is kind of my perfect setup for a week at school.
I got mine on the last drop and am buying another right now. It will take two oversize pens and then 3 more normal ones.
if you're having them with the clips outside the pouch, for fountain pens, make sure the pens are rotated to the side to make sure the clips don't rub against each other. But it has no problem holding a visconti homo sapiens, a TWSBI vac700r, platinum 3776, full size bexley, and a lamy 2000.
Build quality is great. 5 pens is kind of my perfect setup for a week at school.
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