I researched leather checkbook wallets for about two weeks. I am a matchy-matchy type person and very picky; purchasing a separate leather checkbook holder that did not match the wallet grain and color exactly was not an option for me.

Criteria are as follows (from most important to least):

1. Red leather
2. Matching checkbook holder
3. Clear ID holder NOT in zippered compartment... snap flap/fold over OK
4. 10+ credit card compartments that are NOT in a zippered compartment
5. At least 1 main zippered compartment for cash and another zippered compartment (within main zippered compartment) for change
6. Exterior pocket on the wallet... zipper preferred, no zipper OK

This wallet appeared to meet all of these criteria. It arrived within the estimated time frame, boxed, in perfect condition. Lovely red pebbled leather everywhere, all zippers slid nicely, and the snap fit securely in both holes. Everything seemed perfect until I tried to stuff my standard-sized Costco checks into the checkbook holder. The holder is at least 1/4" too narrow; I had to chop off the sides of my checks to stuff them into the holder. Problem solved, right?

NO. I could not close the darned checkbook holder. When I forced the top flap over my checkbook, I had to use a rubber band to hold it down, and the zillion digit routing/account/check number at the bottom was in complete view. It looks ridiculous, and I am beyond irritated every time I have to write a check for Girl Scout Cookies, school pictures, etc. The only reason I am still using it (rubber band and all) is because the leather matches the wallet, and I need another 100 hours to do research to find a replacement wallet/checkbook holder. Why, WHY do wallet manufacturers make gross, cheap plastic wallets anyway? They should know that anyone old fashioned enough to use a checkbook on a regular basis will want REAL LEATHER. I looked at wallets from $20 to $200, and I couldn't find another that met all of my criteria that was 100% leather.

Enough of my ranting. I would not buy this product again, and I do not recommend it if you want a functional red checkbook holder to match your red wallet.
I researched leather checkbook wallets for about two weeks. I am a matchy-matchy type person and very picky; purchasing a separate leather checkbook holder that did not match the wallet grain and color exactly was not an option for me. Criteria are as follows (from most important to least):

1. Red leather
2. Matching checkbook holder
3. Clear ID holder NOT in zippered compartment... snap flap/fold over OK
4. 10+ credit card compartments that are NOT in a zippered compartment
5. At least 1 main zippered compartment for cash and another zippered compartment (within main zippered compartment) for change
6. Exterior pocket on the wallet... zipper preferred, no zipper OK

This wallet appeared to meet all of these criteria. It arrived within the estimated time frame, boxed, in perfect condition. Lovely red pebbled leather everywhere, all zippers slid nicely, and the snap fit securely in both holes. Everything seemed perfect until I tried to stuff my standard-sized Costco checks into the checkbook holder. The holder is at least 1/4" too narrow; I had to chop off the sides of my checks to stuff them into the holder. Problem solved, right? NO. I could not close the darned checkbook holder. When I forced the top flap over my checkbook, I had to use a rubber band to hold it down, and the zillion digit routing/account/check number at the bottom was in complete view. It looks ridiculous, and I am beyond irritated every time I have to write a check for Girl Scout Cookies, school pictures, etc. The only reason I am still using it (rubber band and all) is because the leather matches the wallet, and I need another 100 hours to do research to find a replacement wallet/checkbook holder. Why, WHY do wallet manufacturers make gross, cheap plastic wallets anyway? They should know that anyone old fashioned enough to use a checkbook on a regular basis will want REAL LEATHER. I looked at wallets from $20 to $200, and I couldn't find another that met all of my criteria that was 100% leather. Enough of my ranting. I would not buy this product again, and I do not recommend it if you want a functional red checkbook holder to match your red wallet.