Tested: Waterfield Ranger Phone Case Holster
9to5Mac - March 19, 2021
“I’ve used phone holsters in Ye Olden Days, before iPhones, and WaterField has solved two of the problems I encountered back then.”
Device-specific
Limited quantity available until supplies last
Back by popular demand, the one-of-a-kind Ranger holster is here for a limited run.
The Ranger Case is designed to keep your phone close at hand and easily accessible. Hook the leather holster to a belt, your pants, or a strap. Strong magnets keep it in place, and a magnetic Fidlock buckle secures the flap. Fits the latest iPhone 17, and iPhone 17e models.
*Also fits iPhone 14, 15, 16.
All our products are crafted locally in our workshop by the most skilled sewing shop in San Francisco.
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FEATURES
The Ranger iPhone Holster can accommodate these iPhone models
This is the best phone case I found for construction use
I put a case on my iPhone 16 Plus similar to an Otterbox Fre which is supposed to provide drop protection. When I got the Ranger case I pushed the iPhone into the case and had to force the Ranger case closed. I was told by Customer Service that the case would only work with a naked iPhone or a minimalistic case similar to what Apple sells. They also told me to put the iPhone in the Ranger case and try to stretch it out. It didn't stretch much if any. I'd recommend contacting Waterfield and getting the dimensions prior to ordering since you have to pay shipping both ways - $7 when ordering and for me it was $20 back.
The case was well made. I just think it's unrealistic to expect someone to buy a $1100 product and not put a good case on it. With the case the Ranger case won't work. Without the case the Ranger case will work but you run the risk of damage if you drop or scratch you iPhone.
Material feel is great and the color is beautiful. It’s a little wider than I would like but overall made for an excellent holster.
Easy to use, looks great easy to put on and take off. Very secure when on which was important to me. Regardless what I am wearing it fits.
This is just what I was looking for. I tried so many different methods for a guy to carry a phone after my old clip on. Thought the answer was a pouch hanging on a short chain from my belt loop, because I rarely wear a belt. Swings too much and wears a hole in your pants. This works perfect, and looks great. For future editions, maybe a couple little D-hooks and an optional strap.
9to5Mac - March 19, 2021
“I’ve used phone holsters in Ye Olden Days, before iPhones, and WaterField has solved two of the problems I encountered back then.”
Using the right kind of magnets is an elegant way to make sure the holster doesn't fall off.
"Smells Great! Looks Great! Smart Design! I love the Magnet belt loop. It holds nice and tight and allows me to easily clip it to my coat zipper, backpack strap, belt loop, pocket etc. The enclosure is easy to connect and disconnect. It can be opened and closed one handed." - Carl K., Ogden, US
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“I got my Ranger Case in June (2020). I was in Colorado wilderness area and traveled about 20 miles of windy road to the next city. And to my awe, relief, and amazement was my Ranger Case still attached, with my phone inside, to the side of my SUV (I have this habit of hanging the case off my car when camping)! I didn't think anything of it since my phone still connected to my Bluetooth. But dang! That magnet is strong!” - Benjamin C., Texas, USA"
The authentic, full-grain leather we use to make the Ranger iPhone Holster is absolutely beautiful. See it, touch it, and you're hooked.
The distressed leather develops a beautiful patina, and your bag will age well as the years roll by.
We usually recommend leaving the full-grain leather of your Ranger iPhone Holster as is and allowing it to develop its own beautiful patina. However, if you’d like to freshen it up from time to time, you can use a leather conditioner — Gary demonstrates how in this video for the Cozmo Leather Briefcase.
Because the leather may darken slightly, first test the conditioner on a discreet area like the bottom of the bag. You can also use a hair dryer to warm the leather’s natural oils so they smooth and spread evenly.
We're proud to offer American-made gear built for the long haul. All our products are designed and made in our San Francisco workshop, where rent is high, labor expensive, and competition intense. We wouldn't go anywhere else.
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