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For the past two weeks, I have been reviewing this pop-up card holder wallet from Double Oak Essentials. I like reviewing wallets, and I’ve reviewed many at this point. I like wallets because each is so uniquely different. It may not seem that way to begin with, but after just a little bit of use, what’s good and what’s bad begins to stand out. Each one brings its own version of organization, minimalism, and creativity to the user’s life.
I’m using the silver with gold pop-up card holder (Paid Link), which was gifted to me by Double Oak Essentials. Although it was a gift, I’m going to give you my full, complete, and honest review. I’ll let you know what I like and do not like, how it worked for me, how it held up, and whether or not it may be a good wallet for you.
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What is the Double Oak Essentials Pop-up Cardholder?
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- It’s slim and sleek design.
- The wallet is mechanically satisfying.
- The Minimalist Excellence.
- Clean card ejection.
- The tool-dependent cash clip.
This is a slim pop-up card holder for everyday carry. It holds up to seven cards. It has RFID blocking aluminum construction, if that’s something that you’re looking for, and includes an automatic locking ejector mechanism. It does come with a money clip that is removable for bills, and you can get it in the non-MagSafe version or like the one I have in MagSafe.
The trigger is spring-loaded for quick access to cards. It’s made from 7075 aluminum, which is strong and lightweight with a plastic-free metal switch and mechanism. Overall, well designed with quality materials.
What do I like about this minimalist ejector wallet?
1. It’s slim and sleek design.
I know that for some, having a bulky wallet does not matter and even seems to be a source of pride. If that’s you, great, but that is not me, and this wallet offers a very sleek and very slim design with rounded edges and a smooth finish. It tends to disappear (Paid Link) when placed in a pocket and fits very well on the back of a phone.
The only thing that could catch or snag in a pocket is the card ejector switch. I personally have not had any trouble with this switch, snagging or ejecting cards when it is not supposed to. Aesthetically, it looks amazing and feels great in the palm of your hand. Making this a wallet that I do like.
2. Mechanically satisfying.
Overall, one of the things that I like about this specific wallet is that it has a great tactile, auditory, and functional experience. The card ejector has a solid mechanical feel with a satisfying clicking sound.
The ejector smoothly fans out the cards, making them quickly accessible and easily seen. The mechanical clicking noise that it makes is enjoyable and not obnoxious. The mechanisms do not feel cheap or flimsy but solid.
3. The Minimalist Excellence.
In my experience, some products labeled as “minimalist“ actually do the opposite (not these of course). They’ve caused me to have to put more thought than I would like, can be awkward, and have required me to not be able to carry what I actually needed.
I like that this wallet is excellent for minimalists. It gives you the option of a cash clip, but you can remove it if you don’t like it. Other than that, it doesn’t really provide any extra options, which kind of the point.
You can hold up to seven cards, and for most people, that’s going to be enough. For me, it’s just the right amount. It prevents me from carrying unnecessary cards, but doesn’t limit my card options too much.
4. Clean card ejection.
Have you used wallets that promised an organized distribution of cards, either from an ejector tab or a pull tab (if you like pull tabs, you might like this one), but have failed to do that? This one has so far lived up to what it promises. Each time I’ve used it, the cards have ejected cleanly and easily.
The ejector switch is reliable and has a great tactile experience, and most importantly, the cards do not come out on their own. I have tried multiple times to shake a card out without depressing the ejector switch, and the cards have been locked in beautifully.
What don’t I like about this Pop-up Cardholder?
1. The tool-dependent cash clip.
This is where I feel like it’s missing the simplicity, and that is the cash clip. Some removable cash clips do not require screws or tools to add or remove but this one, although well built comes with a specific screwdriver that is used to remove and then replace two screws that hold the cash clip and while for some this may not be an issue, I know for sure that I am going to lose or misplace this screwdriver or cash clip.
I don’t personally like having to store extra tools for an EDC item and this can be a problem because at times when I’m traveling, I want a cash clip for receipts or papers that I have to carry with me, however when I’m just going through my daily routines at home, I don’t like having the bulk of a cash clip.
Who is this wallet for?
For those that want their cards effortlessly fanned out (Paid Link). Undeniably, one of the greatest features of this card is how the cards are fanned out when ejected. Each card is visible and is spaced out evenly, making it easy to grab the desired card.
This, for me, has made checkout at stores or other places very easy. If you are looking for a pop-up card that is effortless and easy to use, then this is a great option for you. Other pop-up wallets I’ve used have not quite gotten this right, and that’s what makes this a stand-up feature.
For those that like clean and simple (Paid Link). As I stated in one of the pros, this is a very sleek and slim wallet. It’s got a clean look and provides a simple user experience. Loading cards is effortless and uncomplicated. The storage limit is not too small and yet doesn’t allow over-storage. The aesthetics are clean and pleasing, with excellent tactile experience.
Truthfully, aside from the cash clip, there’s not much to think about when it comes to this card. You just use it, either in your pocket or attached to the back of your phone (if you have a MagSafe), making this a versatile and simple wallet.
Who’s this Double Oak wallet NOT for?
Not for those that prefer bulk. This wallet is designed for minimal carry with a slim fit and is not really versatile for bills. If you’d like to carry cash around and receipts, then this is going to be a frustrating wallet for you.
If you’d like carrying around multiple cards, but want a pop-up wallet, you’re gonna want to look around somewhere else. There are some pop-up wallets that have a fixed or removable elastic band for bills and papers that you need to carry, so that is probably a better option for you.
Not for frequent changers. If you’re looking for a wallet that is easy to modify without extra tools, then this is not gonna be the one for you. The cash clip is held on by two unique screws that fit a screwdriver that is provided when you get the wallet; however, if you’re not adept at keeping those tools around and tend to lose them like me, then this is not going to be a good option for you.
To remove the Cash clip, you unscrew two screws, allowing the clip to come off, and then you place the two screws back. One problem I do foresee is not tightening down a screw enough or over-tightening them, and then it breaks, which could be a problem over time if you’re constantly adding or removing the cash clip based on your needs.
Where should you buy it?
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- It’s slim and sleek design.
- The wallet is mechanically satisfying.
- The Minimalist Excellence.
- Clean card ejection.
- The tool-dependent cash clip.
