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Stuck for ideas for father's day? well stress no more, Ekster has put together this wonderful little bundle of their most popular products and accessories, we will be taking a closer look at each, starting with the Parliament wallet.

On sale frOm £95

eksTer ParlIamenT WalleT

Ekster sets out to make life as easy as possible by reimagining the traditional wallet by making it easier to use and harder to lose. Based in the Netherlands Ekster is named after the Dutch word for Magpie, well known for its habit of collecting and hiding shiny things. Inspired by the Magpie the Ekster’s flagship wallet the Parliament (named after a flock of Magpies) was created to protect everyday valuables. The Parliament wallet comes in seven editions in its classic design (we received the Nappa Black version), it is also available in three different colours of vegan leather, made with PVB sourced from scrapped cars and three matte finishes to ensure there is a perfect colour and material for everyone. The Nappa Black is constructed from genuine leather which will age beautifully with use and are tanned under gold-rated LWG environmental protocols. The built-in aluminium cardholder is one of the things that sets this wallet apart, with a press of a button the card-slider mechanism pops out up to six non-embossed cards (or a combination of 4 - 5 embossed/non-embossed cards) in a staggered fashion making it easy to locate the card you need. I found selecting a card easy when they were fanned but my sausage fingered friend struggled to separate them, there are two pockets where you can store your most used cards. This wallet can take 12+ cards but it is recommended that 9 is the max number. The RFID/NFC protecting technology in the wallet protects your cards from wireless skimming and private data theft, the elasticated strap can be used to store bank notes but unfortunately there is nowhere to store coins. There is a lot to love about the Parliament, however, there are elements that won’t work for everybody. It is reasonably compact (1.1 x 10.5 x 6.5 cm) but the metal construction means it is better suited in a jacket pocket than a trouser pocket, the cards in the card slider can slip out if given a shake (I’m not sure why you would do this but it’s something to consider). It is hard to see all your bank notes under the strap and removing just one at a time can be fiddly, something this wallet was trying to avoid. This wallet comes down to personal preference, it is a premium construction and RFID protection are great features but the limited space and solid body make it best suited for evenings out and special occasions rather than everyday use.

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The Aluminium Cardholder now comes in 15 different designs including the brand new Forged Ember, Matte Black and the Graphite version we received. This minimalist wallet is made from a space-grade aluminium and has a builtin button that with a quick press pops up your cards and fans them out for easy access, when you are done simply replace the card and push them all back into place. Even with the most vigorous shaking these cards aren’t going anywhere without that button being pressed, even if you choose to store one card. One to six cards can be stored in the main compartment (maximum of six non-embossed cards, or a combination of 4 - 5 embossed/non-embossed cards, depending on the thickness of each card) with the option of storing an extra nine in the expandable aluminium backplate. This can also be used to hold notes, however the more bits you have tucked in here the more it slows you down in identifying and retrieving them. The wallet measures up at 0.29 x 4.1 x 2.3 in (0.75 x 10.5 x 6 cm) making it easy to tuck into a jacket or trouser pocket (even skinny jeans), however be aware of removing it from your back trouser pocket before sitting down, you won’t damage the wallet, but your backside will certainly know about it. The Aluminium Cardholder uses an integrated RFID blocking layer that prevents thieves from stealing your identity and money by data skimmers. The optional Ekster Tracker Card can be bought separately, which helps you locate your wallet from your phone (or vice versa), with a solar powered battery and up to 200ft (60m) range with Bluetooth 4.0. The Ekster Aluminium Cardholder is a stylish and distinctive looking device, it is probably best suited for occasions rather than day to day use unless you tend to carry a minimal amount of cards/cash with you.

$79

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This New Carbon Fiber version has all the same features as the aluminium model but is constructed out of 3K Spacegrade Carbon Fiber making it noticeably lighter whilst maintaining that durability these wallets are know for. There are only two styles to choose from in this material right now, the Carbon Forged and the Carbon Fiber, both featuring a dual tone finish.

$129

Continuing the theme of minimalism meets durability we have another new edition from Ekster, the Tool Card. This ultra-compact multi-tool has been designed to fit in your wallet, card holder or cash clip and packs multiple tools into a neat little card (0.1” x 1.8” x 3.5”). It combines a flathead screwdriver, 5-inch wrenches (¼”, 5/16 - ½” hex bit, 3/16” and 9/16"), SIM card pin, box opener, bottle opener, metric and inch ruler. Made from 304 stainless steel, this tool card caters to a busy lifestyle and is built for travel. The whole thing is made from 304 stainless steel that is resistant to corrosion, temperature, and impact damage and is compatible with TSA guidelines. This 7-in-1 multi tool is suitable for any wallet or pocket, perfect for those who want to remain prepared whilst travelling light.

For more information on Ekster Tool Card click here

eksTer CasH ClIP $39

$19

This cheeky little add on is a minimal way to carry cash when you need it, it has the Ekster logo engraved against a Space Gray gloss finish giving it an elegant style suitable for everyday use, it is handcrafted and made to last. The streamlined slim design provides maximum storage, at 0.8” x 2” x 0.3”/0.04” it can hold cash or cards (One to three, depending on the thickness), it can be used on its own or attached to a card holder or wallet. This clip is anti-slip, anti-scratch, anti-bend and anti-ugly, small and discrete but always secure.

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