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Thanks to esspic for saving me a lot of time and effort. I also received my Gecko real leather cover yesterday. Mine is labelled 'red' but is actually a lovely rich burgundy colour -- a very good partner for the red T1.
My first impression is that this is a very classy product. Quality stitching, fit and finishing around the edges of all cut out parts and it feels substantial. I could be wrong, but my impression is that the burnished leather (i.e. non-suede) parts ARE real, at least it smells like real leather. Also, personally, I actually like the velvety interior. Also, I really like the magnetic closing -- no flap to get in the way.
Up to now I have been using the official Sony non-lighted cover, which cost me 30.99GBP back in October. The Gecko cost me 25.40GBP. Therefore, for me, the Gecko is easily the better value for money.
If you're particularly worried about protecting the corners of the T1, it has to be said that the Sony case edges it because the plastic 'box' completely encases the T1. But the Gecko wins for screen protection because the front and back covers are rigid and padded, whereas the Sony's are neither.
A couple of other metrics:
Gecko weight (empty) is 132g. Sony standard cover is 83g.
Gecko thickness when closed containing T1 is 21mm. Sony standard cover is 14mm.
In conclusion -- buy with confidence -- I don't think you'll be disappointed.
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