Home > Consumer Reviews > M-edge Genuine Leather Executive Jacket for Amazon Kindle 1 (Marbled Red)

The Kindle is held much more securely in place than the original cover. It is soft and cushiony and a nice deep red color, not a bright Christmas-red as portrayed in the pictures provided here by Amazon. A benefit of buying red is that it is easy to spot it in your luggage or car because everything else is usually very dark.

The best feature is the left side pockets. There are 5 of them - one large enough for a CD or pad of paper, 2 medium and 2 small pockets to accommodate flash drive, SD cards, or business cards. Very handy for anything, for a credit card, medical card (for long doctor waits), drivers license, or even money, if you're going for a walk in the park and don't want to carry anything else. The on/off switches in the back are not exposed, but the right corner has an elasticized band that allows you to pull the Kindle away from the case to use the switches. I've read at KindleKorner that some of you find that the right corner is too tight - just leave it off, I do. It stays securely in place with just the other 3 corners in place, and you can easily access the back switches. The pocket side of the case provides adequate padding for the screen. I leave a little cloth wiper in one of the side pockets which adds a little extra cushioning as well, see pictures.

The left side also folds back, as some have wondered, and fits comfortably in the hand. When the left side is folded back, the left-side cover creates a ledge, so to speak, for the right thumb, so you are not accidentally hitting the "next page" button. That in itself made the purchase worthwhile. The pencil holder sits to the left side of the Kindle and can not scratch the screen or get in the way. It does not have a stand, but that doesn't bother me. If you need a stand get something else.

In my opinion, it seems overpriced at $55, therefore the 4 stars instead of 5. A fair price for this would be under $30. My laptop case cost less than this case did and it is a pretty nice one. If the $55 price-tag is within your budget margin then I think you will be happy with this choice. Thumbs up!

Update Oct. 2008 - just noticed the price is coming down since I got mine. That helps, eh?

FYI: my review shows up under both the leather and imitation leather versions of this product, but I actually own the imitation leather version of this in red and am perfectly happy with the quality, and have not had to deal with any "offensive odors" that leather-owners have complained about, and for less money. May I comment that the imitation red leather has a red interior also, unlike the real leather version which is grey inside.

Pros-Love the deep red (not cherry red as shown) color which makes it easy to find inside my purse; like the pockets and pen holder; like that the M-edge holds the Kindle securely (so securely I don't use the top right elastic because it made it impossible to turn the Kindle on)
Cons-Not a plush feeling case for the money. The leather is okay but there doesn't seem to be any padding (or very little); there isn't any padding inside the front cover to add protection to the screen; the stitching around the tab insert came loose immediately; the inside of the spine after one month shows puckers and the tab itself seems to be wearing quickly.
I'm glad my Kindle sits in this securely unlike the cover that came with it but wish for the money they'd made this one better or sold it for under $25 or $30.

This product corrects the design flaws of the original Amazon Kindle case (no velcro workarounds needed with this one!) and adds an element of luxury with its beautiful leather (mine is red). It also offers a larger ledge/finger rest which I find more comfortable than the original. There is an elastic and leather band to hold even the top right corner in place -- very easy access to the on/off & wireless switches. I personally don't care for the feel of suede, so the case that comes with the Kindle would never have worked for me. The Kindle is absolutely secure and protected by this case -- no slippage at all during use and kept safe from falling out of the case while in transit by the band incorporated into the cover. Highly recommended!

I just got my red leather M-edge cover yesterday and am loving it! The color is rich and gorgeous, the Kindle fits perfectly and securely into the cover, while still allowing access to the back buttons. The stitching is beautifully done.

When folded backwards, the cover provides a "ledge" on the left side which is substantial enough (more so than the original Kindle cover) to allow easy grasping and prevents any accidental hitting of the "next" button on the Kindle. I even attach my Mighty Bright booklight to this ledge, so it doesn't "hurt" the beautiful leather on the front.

It has five pockets for storing things: two for SD cards, plus two for business or credit cards, and one larger pocket (CD size). There is also a pen-holder.

The leather also has a beautiful smell. Overall it's the most beautiful book cover I've ever had, and it makes the Kindle look even more sleek and stylin' than before, if that is possible.

I'm really enjoying the rich red color, and must say it looks way more gorgeous in real life than the online pictures show.

I purchased this cover in April 2008 and had I written this review at that time I would have given the product 5 stars on its cosmetic value alone. Instead I decided to wait and review it on all aspects of its use and I am still giving it 5 stars.

PROS:

As I said the first thing we notice is the leather is beautiful, soft, well put together and easy to spot as the red is vibrant.

The pockets and pen/pencil holders are so handy. I keep a notepad in the large pocket which I think also helps with padding. It also has 2 small pockets making room for my SD cards.

I believe it is fairly well padded to protect the Kindle.

I have rheumatoid arthritis and it is comfortable and easy to hold and operate (easy in and out of the case) - and that is saying a great deal.

The cover is designed to hold the Kindle so that it is snug and secure without interfering with any functionality.

I think it is fairly priced.

Before I give you the CONS:
I want to say that I am very careful with my Kindle and the case, as to me, it is priceless so while wear and tear is minimal, I do use it daily, carry it in my purse everywhere I go, so please know that it is in use a great deal.

CONS:

After 5 months of use I found the thread is coming loose around the area the tab goes in. In fact about an inch had come out. That is the only place it was happening so it's probably a rare occurrence. Otherwise the stitching is beautiful and tight.

At the same time the Spine of the cover became a little wobbly. In fairness to the manufacturer I don't know if that could ever be eliminated as constant use would break anything down. And I use this constantly.

That's it. The only 2 problems I found after 5 months of constant use. I am even happier with the product than I was on the day I received it as it has proven to be more than just a pretty face. I have already gotten my moneys worth and now it is a gift. I would recommend one to my best friends or family and I would give it as a gift and never worry it wouldn't be enjoyed.

EDITED: 1/7/09 - I originally wrote this review after 5 months of use and thought it was time to update!

The thread is in the same shape - about an inch undone - so it hasn't gotten any worse. The spine is about the same as well. So although I have nearly doubled the used it is still in great shape and I am so happy that I purchased this item.