Accessories Do not order a k2 case without the hinge system - Page 4

deety · 03-12-2009, 05:57 PM

I just got my K2, and I decided to get the Amazon cover for now and then check what other cases were available in six months or so.

The case is the perfect size and doesn't have too much overlap. The amount of padding feels sturdy enough to put in a bag without adding too much bulk, it fits perfectly in my everyday purse. I love the hinges, mine seem plenty sturdy. I have a hard time seeing myself willing to go to velcro or corners.

I was worried about the smell issue, because I'm really sensitive to scents. Perfume and chemical smells give me terrible headaches that are painkiller-resistant and can last for the rest of the day. The case had a slight odor that I could really only catch if I lifted it up to my nose. I aired it out on my windowsill and now I can barely even smell that. Even fresh out of the box, the smell didn't set off a headache.

demoric · 03-12-2009, 10:53 PM

I am impressed with the quality for price on the default amazon kindle 2 cover. It makes the devise feel more like a book. There is a smell of leather to it, and with all leathers it will degrade with time. (Personally I like the smell of new leather).

pagansoul · 03-25-2009, 06:27 PM

There is a slight smell when you first get it (new car smell) but it goes away over use, at least for me. Here are some pictures of the Amazon cover plus my skin purchased off ebay.

The hindges are great. Much better than the K1 cover.

pagansoul · 03-25-2009, 06:31 PM

Look Ma, I can't fall out. Love it.

cush · 03-25-2009, 07:57 PM

If you like the hinges but want a classy well made (in the US) cover, check out Oberon. They have a solution! http://www.oberondesign.com/store/kindleInfo3.php
I have a regular (Velcro) cover for my K1 and can attest to its quality and beauty.

artsci · 03-25-2009, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by susanmarie8

Dozens of other people have made comments similar to mine on Amazon. The toxic smell doesn't come from the leather. It comes either from plastic on which the leather is mounted or, more likely, the glue that holds it together.[/I]

Having fairly extensive experience with leather goods and leather production processes, the odds are extremely high that the leather is producing whatever smell you notice. Usually such a smell is a result of the chemicals use to tan and/or dye the leather. Likely whoever manufactures the cover for Amazon uses cheap tanning processes and chemicals that produce the smell. Over time they will fade away.

Constant Reader · 03-25-2009, 10:28 PM

I purchased the amazon cover when I ordered my Kindle, I'm new to the Kindle world so had no idea what to go with.
Mine had a slight odor to it, but not unpleasant. I love the fact that the cover is so thin, it really does not get in the way at all. I wish there was a color choice, but I might just have to get a skin to liven it up a bit.

03-12-2009, 05:57 PM	#46
deety book geek Posts: 51 Karma: 10 Join Date: Oct 2008 Device: Kindle 2	I just got my K2, and I decided to get the Amazon cover for now and then check what other cases were available in six months or so. The case is the perfect size and doesn't have too much overlap. The amount of padding feels sturdy enough to put in a bag without adding too much bulk, it fits perfectly in my everyday purse. I love the hinges, mine seem plenty sturdy. I have a hard time seeing myself willing to go to velcro or corners. I was worried about the smell issue, because I'm really sensitive to scents. Perfume and chemical smells give me terrible headaches that are painkiller-resistant and can last for the rest of the day. The case had a slight odor that I could really only catch if I lifted it up to my nose. I aired it out on my windowsill and now I can barely even smell that. Even fresh out of the box, the smell didn't set off a headache. Last edited by deety; 03-12-2009 at 06:14 PM.

03-25-2009, 06:27 PM	#48
pagansoul Fanatic Posts: 509 Karma: 1098204 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Earth Device: iPhone5, iPad Gen3, Kobo, Kindle Fire, Kobo Vox. Samsung Galaxy Tab 7	There is a slight smell when you first get it (new car smell) but it goes away over use, at least for me. Here are some pictures of the Amazon cover plus my skin purchased off ebay. The hindges are great. Much better than the K1 cover. Attached Thumbnails

03-25-2009, 06:31 PM	#49
pagansoul Fanatic Posts: 509 Karma: 1098204 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Earth Device: iPhone5, iPad Gen3, Kobo, Kindle Fire, Kobo Vox. Samsung Galaxy Tab 7	Look Ma, I can't fall out. Love it. Attached Thumbnails

03-25-2009, 07:57 PM	#50
cush Virtual Staggerwing Flier Posts: 68 Karma: 602 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: San Diego CA USA Device: Kindle (and an iMac)	If you like the hinges but want a classy well made (in the US) cover, check out Oberon. They have a solution! http://www.oberondesign.com/store/kindleInfo3.php I have a regular (Velcro) cover for my K1 and can attest to its quality and beauty. Last edited by cush; 03-25-2009 at 08:02 PM.

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03-12-2009, 10:53 PM	#47
demoric Kindle 2 User Posts: 98 Karma: 496 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: S.E. Kansas Device: Kindle 2	I am impressed with the quality for price on the default amazon kindle 2 cover. It makes the devise feel more like a book. There is a smell of leather to it, and with all leathers it will degrade with time. (Personally I like the smell of new leather).

03-25-2009, 10:28 PM	#52
Constant Reader Junior Member Posts: 6 Karma: 10 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: FL. Device: Kindle 2	I purchased the amazon cover when I ordered my Kindle, I'm new to the Kindle world so had no idea what to go with. Mine had a slight odor to it, but not unpleasant. I love the fact that the cover is so thin, it really does not get in the way at all. I wish there was a color choice, but I might just have to get a skin to liven it up a bit.

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