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[Q] Hard cover?

I'm looking for an hard cover with NO rubber o any other grippy parts... i've possibly found one, but i'd rather have a bit of choice and/or feedback.
Pretty much this is my point: my pockets are big enough for the tab and a cover, i also need a cover. And i do have one... that is made of one of those rubber materials. Works awesome but it makes putting the tab in the pocket (and exctracting it) a long and slow process, one that actually worked with my iPhone because it was such a small device, but not on the tab for obvious reasons
So. Let me point out a few things that this cover shouldn't have:
- grippy material
- transparent material (looks good for a few days, then gets yellow-ish and you see the dirt lodged between the cover and the gadget)
- flashy colors, the tab is already very much an eye grabber without extra help
- bulky. If it's foldable if falls into the bulky category almost surely, remember it has to fit in my pocket
- pouch. That's exactly the kind of thing i forget once the tab is outside it.
Also, leather. I'm very skeptical about leather..... but i'm considering it.
Oh, and you know.... no matter what, it'd need to be shipped to Italy. Amazon.uk would be preferred (looked there, but no description is clear enough about the kind of cover).
Anyway, this is my find: http://cgi.ebay.it/CUSTODIA-COVER-M...t=Accessori_per_Cellulari&hash=item2c5b379a1a
looks fairly nice and meets all my requests, however it's not shown with the tab in it, so i can't tell if it's bulky or what.
Thanks in advance, worst case scenario i pointed out a cover that might interest somebody

Well, if you get a hard plastic one its going to crack if you drop your device.
I have a black one of these and its been perfect so far, it clear, but its black, so its not going to fade, ive had it for 6mths now. Its not grippy per say, but it dose have some friction, you dont want a slippy device do you? It only adds around 3mm to the tab
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/SOFT-TPU...AU_MobilePhoneAccessories&hash=item1e62d7b957

Uhm. Slippy dosen't really bother me, i hold with two hands every gadget, even an Xperia X10 mini pro, and my grip is pretty good but you do have a point.
Turns out i've never seen/touched anything made with TPU, and i've had experience only with rubber (eww, avoid at all costs) and silicone. This is what i have at the moment...
By any chance do you know if TPU offers more or less grip than silicone? Solner or later i'll have to find out if i like the material, i guess.
Also, i think i've seen the case you linked on amazon.co.uk and that is a good thing.

Bam!
http://www.myincipio.com/Samsung-Ga...xy-Tab-feather-Ultralight-Hard-Shell-Case.asp
I've got one on my Tab and it rocks. Also comes with a the best screen protector I have ever used in my life.

GldRush98 said:
Bam!
http://www.myincipio.com/Samsung-Ga...xy-Tab-feather-Ultralight-Hard-Shell-Case.asp
I've got one on my Tab and it rocks. Also comes with a the best screen protector I have ever used in my life.
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Wow! Very good candidate, but also really expensive... 35$ + 15 + possible customs fees scares me. But great find, even looks good. This one requires some thinking due to the price, but seems worth considering.
I like where this thread is going
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No offense to anyone, but the hard shells look cool, but dont offer any protection besides scratch resistance, i recommend the TPU case, as they are cheap, work well, and if you don't like it, well it was only $5

natious said:
No offense to anyone, but the hard shells look cool, but dont offer any protection besides scratch resistance, i recommend the TPU case, as they are cheap, work well, and if you don't like it, well it was only $5
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Still it's better than nothing, and that's what's going to have the tab if i can't comfortably fit it in my pocket
However i put some thought into this thing, and i might just end up purchasing the one i found and a cheap TPU one, to see how it is.
And still open to suggestions anyway

You might try looking at the Speck Candyshell case. I can't say I own it but all of the reviews I've seen are pretty favorable. It has a soft rubber lining to protect the Tab which sounds nice. It also comes in black, white, or purple in case you care about color.
Here's the Amazon Link: http://www.amazon.com/Speck-Product...2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1307155322&sr=8-2

Nice!!!
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what do you think about this one :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=14867317&postcount=94

R317DY said:
what do you think about this one :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=14867317&postcount=94
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Interesting, but size matters. That sort of thing would completely ruin the portability of the thing
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jesand83 said:
You might try looking at the Speck Candyshell case. I can't say I own it but all of the reviews I've seen are pretty favorable. It has a soft rubber lining to protect the Tab which sounds nice. It also comes in black, white, or purple in case you care about color.
Here's the Amazon Link: http://www.amazon.com/Speck-Product...2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1307155322&sr=8-2
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I own one of these and the lip that protrudes around the screen does grip in pockets.
This is not the droid case you are looking for. *waves hand around like obi-wan*
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video review : Leather book cover case EF-C980NBECSTD and Stylus ET-S100CBEJSTD

In my search for the perfect case I found this one, took some getting but realy liked it, so thought i'd make a mini video to show you all. check it out.
also got the samsung stylus ET-S100CBEJSTD
you can check that out here:
hope it's of intrest

I have that case and the Scosche Folio.
I think the Samsung case is better made. Feels sturdier.
But the Folio is so much more useful. The way it props the Tab up for viewing etc..

weespeed said:
I have that case and the Scosche Folio.
I think the Samsung case is better made. Feels sturdier.
But the Folio is so much more useful. The way it props the Tab up for viewing etc..
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I use my Tab as my only phone, so it was pretty critical to have a nice small case, so the scosche folio was probably the only other option, didn't like the idea of that bit rubbing against it to hold it closed all the time, and oddly, i kinda like that this case opens the wrong way around if that makes any sense?

kingsleyg said:
i kinda like that this case opens the wrong way around
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Arrgh. I fell in hate with this case when I saw that.

kingsleyg, where did you buy the case from?

I got mine from amazon market, I think the seller was alb computer..
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Yes this is the best leather book case so far, using this for 5 months and it give a perfect protection beside for camera mode
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High Quality Cases

So I was hoping we could talk about high quality cases that look good and may cost more than the usual cases found on ebay etc. Even though I understand cheap is good at times I do prefer my cases to be of a high standard to hold my precious Nexus 7.
Any high quality cases on the horizon?

I've been looking at a sleeve. I can't post a link, but it's leather and comes with a 100 year warranty. It's by Saddleback Leather and is the medium gadget sleeve.

quantum314 said:
I've been looking at a sleeve. I can't post a link, but it's leather and comes with a 100 year warranty. It's by Saddleback Leather and is the medium gadget sleeve.
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Is this the correct link?
http://www.saddlebackleather.com/Classic-Gadget-Sleeve?sc=8&category=1287

jonkrav said:
So I was hoping we could talk about high quality cases that look good and may cost more than the usual cases found on ebay etc. Even though I understand cheap is good at times I do prefer my cases to be of a high standard to hold my precious Nexus 7.
Any high quality cases on the horizon?
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I'm in the same boat as you. The good brand ones usually take a little while to come out though.

Rock-&-Roll-Hedgehog said:
Is this the correct link?
http://www.saddlebackleather.com/Classic-Gadget-Sleeve?sc=8&category=1287
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Saddleback is GOOD stuff. Might have to see if they have one that will fit the N7, otherwise might be able to request one.
Someday I'd love to get a Saddleback Attache. They are beautiful and will last long enough to pass down to grandkids (I don't have kids yet)!

http://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/products/kindle-fire-plush-sleeve/1992727
These are $19-25
Timbuk2 makes really great cases. They are currently on sale for the kindle fire. I have double checked the dimensions and it will def fit the Nexus 7. The great thing about the Timbuk2 cases are the functional design. They have a pillow style memory foam padding and ballistic Nylon outside, and a plush, velour faux fur lining for the inside. The faux fur really goes a long way to keeping the screen and body scratch free.
I have 2 on order. They have a couple of different color combos to choose from. I am def into the sleeve style cases. I don't understand why anyone would want to put their tablet or e-reader in a jacket. They are designed to be held, especially the Nexus 7. The rubber back just begs to be gripped.

I'm hoping for a nice case from Incipio. Love the case from them that I have on my Galaxy Nexus.

I went with the roocase super bubble and XOSkin screen protector. I will eventually get a TPU case but don't really like any that are out now.
Those handcrafted leather ones look amazing though! Very nice brand name for other leather goods, but I didn't know they made this line of stuff.

grim82 said:
I'm hoping for a nice case from Incipio. Love the case from them that I have on my Galaxy Nexus.
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that would be great using one for my nexus s now...
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I've asked Oberon Design if they're planning to make one for the Nexus 7. http://oberondesign.com/e-reader-covers-4/siena-ereader-covers.html I've had two of their covers and they're amazing. Their tablet cover isn't intricate like their Ebook reader covers but the quality is definitely there.

FrayAdjacent said:
Saddleback is GOOD stuff. Might have to see if they have one that will fit the N7, otherwise might be able to request one.
Someday I'd love to get a Saddleback Attache. They are beautiful and will last long enough to pass down to grandkids (I don't have kids yet)!
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Looking at the dimensions, the Nexus 7 should fit nicely. The quality is really drawing me in. But they're kind of expensive.

jamerican413 said:
I've asked Oberon Design if they're planning to make one for the Nexus 7. http://oberondesign.com/e-reader-covers-4/siena-ereader-covers.html I've had two of their covers and they're amazing. Their tablet cover isn't intricate like their Ebook reader covers but the quality is definitely there.
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niice. Please update us with their response when you can. I got an oberon case for my Kindle 2 a while back and it's truly great. awesome variety of design and feels perfect in your hand. just exudes high quality... the price is a bit shocking though
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spovat said:
niice. Please update us with their response when you can. I got an oberon case for my Kindle 2 a while back and it's truly great. awesome variety of design and feels perfect in your hand. just exudes high quality... the price is a bit shocking though
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Actually, I got a reply this morning - a good one:
"We are looking into making a cover specifically for the Nexus. We have one ordered and once we receive it we will be able to develop our design. I don’t know at this point if the siena style will be an option or not. We will have to see. Stay tuned for more information on our website and facebook page.
Thanks so much for your interest."
I told her that I don't care which one it is, to keep me posted. I love their cases. :good::good:

DODOcase makes great handmade case for the iPad and Kindle. I contacted them asking about the Nexus 7 and they said,
Thanks for your interest! We don't currently have an ETA for release yet, but we are looking into a case for the Google Nexus.
You can keep your eyes peeled for new DODOcase products in the near future, and you can go to the below link to join our mailing list and to follow us on facebook and twitter, which will keep you updated on our latest products and editions.
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Does anyone know if the official N7 case works as a horizontal kickstand?

I bought the Timbuk2 Plush Sleeve, which is designed for the Kindle Fire, but the Nexus 7 is within the maximum dimensions. I've always been a big fan of their stuff and this sleeve is no exception... super nice!

FYI... I can confirm the Plush sleeve for the Fire fits the N7 perfectly.

I also asked a G+ question to Vajacases.com. Genuine Argentinian leather products. I began using them on my Sony Clie back in the days of pdas
Awesome product, almost to the par of Oberon cases. I have one on my wife's old Nook but looks great.
There's also http://www.reauthored.com/, which was reviewed on rootzwiki a week ago. Pretty cool stuff but unsure if they will make one for a N7. I haven't asked them yet.
Edit: Looks like they do lol
http://www.reauthored.com/products/nexus-7-tablet-book-case

Id love to see one of the Griffin Survivor Cases made for our N7's

finally this is the cover i had seen a few weeks ago and could not find it anywhere....
http://oberondesign.com/e-reader-covers-5/siena-ereader-covers.html
Thanks to jamerican413 for posting and thanks to spovat for replying so I would finally find it....i must have missed this thread somehow....

anyone else hate all the current cases?

All the cases look like they won't hold the device well, they all look not very well made and very bulky
found this if anyone is looking for a lower profile fit case that covers the back
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008GFHP5O/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00
I bought that and a tablet stand to prop it up when i need.

Yeah, I haven't seen any cases worth buying. The only one I like is the official Google case, but it lacks a kickstand.

Not impressed, if I get one of the current selection, it would be a compromise and only if it's dirt cheap for the meantime..

So far there is only 1 case that I would pull the trigger on. I am having reservations because there have been concerns over the manufactorer's costumer service and their dealays/lack of updates regarding shipping but if nothing similiar comes out soon then I will gamble on it and pull the trigger.

I hate that the official case is not available at the launch of the device, especially when you have so many people reporting that they've already scratched their screens. There isn't even an ETA.

I agree, don't like any of the cases...i spent many hours looking through the forums and amazon and don't like any of them even the official one. I ended up ordering this one: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008GFHO6Y/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00 not sure if I'll be happy with it, assuming it's temporary until something better and slimmer comes along. I was going to order a moko case but the right side of the nexus seems exposed when closed and I didn't want to wait until the 25th: http://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Slim-fit...=UTF8&colid=SSJ5KLBELNZ0&coliid=ICUJNDX8PNE5B

What about these?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008D2Q8RG/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008F05Q2E/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00

Didn't like much of the cases either. Liked Biz-E-Bee's cases with the Android mascot on them but it lacked a stand, so I bought this http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B008GSMRAY until something better comes along.

th3drow said:
All the cases look like they won't hold the device well, they all look not very well made and very bulky
found this if anyone is looking for a lower profile fit case that covers the back
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008GFHP5O/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00
I bought that and a tablet stand to prop it up when i need.
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yes i also hate all the current cases i've seen. I'll probably end with a leather sleeve, my wife wants something just like her nook, can't even find something like that (basically snaps in and looks like a book (http://www.barnesandnoble.com/p/turquoise-quote-cover/23751364?ean=9780594296362).
I don't want elastic bands to hold it in, I dont want something too bulky, and don't want to have to unclip it to stand it up
I would like it to have some sort of standing property and smart cover feature, is that soo hard, slim profile?
The treegloo ones are nice, a little bulky for me, but my wife would probably like it, but i'm not paying $80 for a case (https://www.treegloo.com/)

Yup, haven't seen a single one i've liked besides the official case.

not a fan of any case yet either,
i had a yoomee neoprene case that i got for $3.50 shipped from amazon (prime), unfortunately they no longer offer prime shipping on that item without more in your cart, so that's doing the part for now...it'll do until a better one pops up with wake/sleep at a decent price

The Blurex case here is very nice. Blurex makes amazing cases in my opinion. So if this is your type of case you needn't worry about the quality.

I'm holding out for an Apple smart cover type thing, though it doesn't have the metal back or sides for the magnets to work.
I don't really feel like the back needs to be covered, I just want the screen covered and I want it to function as a stand as well.

blaine.hale said:
I'm holding out for an Apple smart cover type thing, though it doesn't have the metal back or sides for the magnets to work.
I don't really feel like the back needs to be covered, I just want the screen covered and I want it to function as a stand as well.
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Same here, if anything u can add the magnet yourself

Me too, I want a nice hard backed "snap on" type cover with a smart front cover which also acts like a stand like this http://www.amazon.co.uk/Swees-Ultra...X9DG/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1342463463&sr=8-3 which my housemate has for his iPda, just got a simple slip cover for it for now!

blaine.hale said:
I'm holding out for an Apple smart cover type thing, though it doesn't have the metal back or sides for the magnets to work.
I don't really feel like the back needs to be covered, I just want the screen covered and I want it to function as a stand as well.
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Same here. All those faux-leather cases are bulky and lack any style.
I really want something simple like the apple smart cover, which doubles as a stand.
I might just wait for a Dodocase.

ejkeebler said:
yes i also hate all the current cases i've seen. I'll probably end with a leather sleeve, my wife wants something just like her nook, can't even find something like that (basically snaps in and looks like a book (http://www.barnesandnoble.com/p/turquoise-quote-cover/23751364?ean=9780594296362).
I don't want elastic bands to hold it in, I dont want something too bulky, and don't want to have to unclip it to stand it up
I would like it to have some sort of standing property and smart cover feature, is that soo hard, slim profile?
The treegloo ones are nice, a little bulky for me, but my wife would probably like it, but i'm not paying $80 for a case (https://www.treegloo.com/)
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Yeah, I want something that looks like a book. The style of your wifes nook case is nice but with different coloring and a white elastic band, it woudl be perfect. I want the treegloo case except Id prefer if the frame wasn't made out of wood but there's nothing else like it on the market for the N7 and the base price just went down $5. I pretty much want a FieldFolio case (fieldfolio.com) but for the N7.

Same. Holding out for better case
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Here's an awesome Belkin case I posted about in another thread. Picked it up this morning from Fry's Electronics. It's gorgeous and holds my tablet perfectly, even if it's made for the Galaxy Tab 7".

clockcycle said:
Not impressed, if I get one of the current selection, it would be a compromise and only if it's dirt cheap for the meantime..
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This. I've been looking for days for a slim-profile, rotating case. I've found nothing, not even among the Kindle Fire cases, that would fit that criteria and the Nexus 7. Even if I wanted to compromise and get an interim case, most decent cases start at $30 - far too much for such a case.
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iPad Like Smart Case

Are there any iPad like Smart Cases - you know the ones that fold into the little triangle stand - other than the Poetic one and this one http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008UQJU2K/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&smid=ARK124NKBQ4LI ?
The stand on the poetic one doesn't stay in place if you touch it more than a couple times and that other one apparently breaks down after just a couple months. Don't want it to cover the bezel like the two listed above. Looking for a different one. Honestly, it can even have a kickstand instead. Are there any available??

scottharris4 said:
Are there any iPad like Smart Cases - you know the ones that fold into the little triangle stand - other than the Poetic one and this one http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008UQJU2K/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&smid=ARK124NKBQ4LI ?
The stand on the poetic one doesn't stay in place if you touch it more than a couple times and that other one apparently breaks down after just a couple months. Don't want it to cover the bezel like the two listed above. Looking for a different one. Honestly, it can even have a kickstand instead. Are there any available??
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I am using this one and it works great. http://www.gamestop.com/android/accessories/nexus-7-leather-case-with-stand/104399
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This type of case i've found to be the most widely available, they seem to be everywhere.
I bought one and it's very good quality from aliexpress.com, seller jPhone Case Factory.
http://www.aliexpress.com/store/pro...and-magnetic-sleep-wake/503101_604963423.html
eBay is another option, but on the UK one the same thing cost a fair bit more.
Have noticed some variation on this type of case, the most important one being the ability for it to stand itself up horizontally which the one I have quoted is very good (look at the product images, you can see it has a clip at the back and it works very well and is very stable)

I got roocase executive leather
that's my 3rd case and I love it. Works the auto wake great once I learned where the magnet in the case was and where the sensor was on my n7. Beautiful real leather and the removable interior sleeve is nice. Not to mention it has a zipper zipps all the way

Themanhunt said:
This type of case i've found to be the most widely available, they seem to be everywhere.
I bought one and it's very good quality from aliexpress.com, seller jPhone Case Factory.
http://www.aliexpress.com/store/pro...and-magnetic-sleep-wake/503101_604963423.html
eBay is another option, but on the UK one the same thing cost a fair bit more.
Have noticed some variation on this type of case, the most important one being the ability for it to stand itself up horizontally which the one I have quoted is very good (look at the product images, you can see it has a clip at the back and it works very well and is very stable)
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Thanks, but that one covers the bezel, which isn't what I want.

djdunn said:
I got roocase executive leather
that's my 3rd case and I love it. Works the auto wake great once I learned where the magnet in the case was and where the sensor was on my n7. Beautiful real leather and the removable interior sleeve is nice. Not to mention it has a zipper zipps all the way
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That thing isn't even in the same universe as what I am looking for!

Brook stone makes a very good one for iPad and it also comes with a Bluetooth keyboard
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Cory_branch said:
Brook stone makes a very good one for iPad and it also comes with a Bluetooth keyboard
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Would be a good suggestion if I had an iPad.

I think I am just going to say screw this kind of case and get a DODOcase Hardcover. A bit expensive, but I'm tired of these cheap cases that aren't of great quality, don't work as it is supposed to, or add a crap ton of bulk to the device.

Check out the Nillkin Case on ebay. Its a great case that is pretty cheap and functions exactly like the Apple Smart Case..

I'm sorry I guess I didn't read the title completely :banghead:
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I'm currently using this one I got from Ebay and I highly recommend it:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Google-Nexu...es_Covers_Keyboard_Folios&hash=item2320f701ac
I also purchased this one, but I don't like it at all. It's more of a rubbery texture where the one I got above is more of a fake leather:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Grey-PU-Lea...es_Covers_Keyboard_Folios&hash=item43b3d52313
Having had an Oberon case for my old Nook Tablet, I think I'm going to order another one for my Nexus 7 and modify it to be a smartcover. Not necessarily the thinnest covers out there but they are high quality and super tough.