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Back view of black Contemporary Plateau Case on iPhone showing raised camera plateau, leather texture and embossed rhino logo

The Original Leather Case - BLACK EDITION

From: $99
Color: BLACK EDITION

iPhone 18: In stock & ready to ship now!

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Description

MAGSAFE COMPATIBLE!

A simple yet classy look. Throw a slim matching MagSafe wallet on top, and throw your bulky wallet in the trash.

All Bullstrap iPhone 18, 17, and 16 cases will come with a state-of-the-art touch glass button specifically designed for the Camera Control feature.

Leather

Our premium full-grain leather is sourced from the finest tanneries. Each piece develops a unique patina over time, making your case truly one of a kind. The leather is naturally water-resistant and incredibly durable.

Features

  • Precision cutouts for all ports and buttons
  • Slim profile design
  • Raised edges for camera protection
  • Wireless charging compatible

Every Detail, Built with Purpose.

MAGSAFE COMPATIBLE!

A simple yet classy look. Throw a slim matching MagSafe wallet on top, and throw your bulky wallet in the trash.

All Bullstrap iPhone 18, 17, and 16 cases will come with a state-of-the-art touch glass button specifically designed for the Camera Control feature.

GOES TOGETHER WITH

Bullstrap's Founder talking about The Original Leather Case.

Patina Proud

100% FULL-GRAIN LEATHER

Black leather iPhone case with camera cutout and small embossed bull logo
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Dark brown leather iPhone case with triple-camera cutout and small embossed bull logo on white background.
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pa·ti·na — the natural aging process that occurs on the surface of leather products over time. As leather is exposed to light, air, and handling, it develops a unique, rich sheen and darkens in color. This change is often considered desirable because it enhances the leather’s character and beauty, giving it a distinctive, lived-in appearance.

Patina Proud

100% FULL-GRAIN LEATHER

pa·ti·na - the natural aging process that occurs on the surface of leather products over time. As leather is exposed to elements such as light, air, and handling, it develops a unique, rich sheen and darkens in color. This change is often considered desirable because it enhances the leather's character and beauty, giving it a distinctive, lived-in appearance.

FAQ

Is this product really covered by a Lifetime Warranty?

Yes, it’s real. And it’s awesome. If you want to read some legal nonsense, you can learn more about our Lifetime Warranty by clicking the link at the bottom of this page. But suffice it to say, we’ve got you covered.

Do the MagSafe cases have a lock magnet?

Yes! It’s the magnetic line under the circle of magnets to help it stay in place and not spin around.

Is the Bullstrap Minimalist Case compatible with MagSafe?
Yes, the Minimalist Case is fully MagSafe compatible, allowing seamless use with chargers and accessories.

Yes, the Minimalist Case is fully MagSafe compatible, allowing seamless use with chargers and accessories.

Do the MagSafe cases have a lock magnet?

Yes! It’s the magnetic line under the circle of magnets to help it stay in place and not spin around.

We designed our iPhone cases with an exposed bottom for a better experience and a cleaner look! The open bottom allows better functionality, while still providing protection on the bottom of the iPhone. If you want a fully enclosed case, check out our Contemporary iPhone Case!

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Hand-held back view of Contemporary Plateau Case in black showcasing raised camera plateau and contoured finger grips on a dark, shadowed background

MAGSAFE COMPATIBLE.

Designed to work with all MagSafe accessories, but, it works especially well with the Bullstrap MagSafe Wallet (sold separately).

Black Minimalist leather phone case on a white surface beside a laptop, showing keys 'shift' and 'return' and an embossed elephant logo.

QUALITY FIRST.

Premium, full-grain-leather, 316L stainless-steel buttons, and a micro-fiber interior...

Black leather iPhone case resting on a brown leather backpack, showing triple camera lenses and a small debossed logo

UNMATCHED PRECISION.

Designed and crafted with a micro-precision technology to guarantee a seamless, perfect fit.

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Angled back view of Terra leather MagSafe iPhone case showing raised camera cutout and embossed elephant logo on wooden table

Overall rating: 4.6402087 / 5 from 3830 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Original Case - BLACK EDITION by Bullstrap offers a sleek, classy look with MagSafe compatibility. Customers appreciate its deep color, perfect fit, and luxurious feel. The case is praised for its high-quality leather, durability, and excellent customer service. It also includes a state-of-the-art touch glass button for camera control, providing both protection and functionality.

Summary topics

  • Product Color (11%): Customers loved the color of the product, with many describing it as deep, lovely, and amazing.
  • Leather Quality (17%): Customers keep praising the leather quality of the case, describing it as great, amazing, and superior.
  • Product Fit (10%): Customers expressed appreciation for the perfect fit of the case, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
  • Product Feel (15%): Many customers expressed appreciation for the feel of the case, mentioning that it feels great in their hands.

Review topics: ["color","finish","texture","smell","packaging","weight","quality","feels","shipping","value","fit","looks","buttons","customer service","warranty","price","design","service","material","work","replacement","grip","edges","use","style","support","durability","case","size","construction"].

Review highlights

  • "The leather is excellent the buttons feel great and it fits my phone perfectly." — Jordan
  • "The leather is absolute A+ quality, the case fits perfectly, and the buttons are great as well." — Mariah
  • "Great quality leather, the buttons are very responsive, the fit is perfect and there is no looseness and no gaps at all." — Gregg S.

Reviews

Excellent Craftsmanship!

"Tried Bullstrap for my iPhone 16 Pro almost 2 years ago and haven't looked back! If you want a fine-quality, handcrafted leather case for your device, look no further...these are the best! And the warranty can't be beat! Happy to purchase one for my 18 Pro and very satisfied with it!"

— Kevin W. (5/5)

Five stars

"Accidentally put a hole in my 2 year old case that had developed a beautiful patina, by dropping it on its corner. The rough concrete tore a small hole in the corner, but left my phone undamaged. Bullstrap sent me a new one exactly like my old one minus the patina. It’s new and beautiful, but I can’t wait for it to develop its own patina. Kudos to the Bullstrap customer service department, who quickly orchestrated the process of warranting my old case."

— Antonio Z. (5/5)

"I am extremely disappointed with this case. For such an expensive product, the quality is unacceptable. After only two days of normal use, the leather started changing color, and the back of the case developed marks and scratches very easily. It already looks old and worn out. The open-bottom design also offers less protection than I expected. I purchased this case expecting premium quality and durability, but it has been a complete disappointment. Not worth the money. I strongly recommend avoiding this product."

— Babu (1/5)

Best cases I’ve ever found

"Best cases I’ve ever owned. The leather is soft to the touch yet extremely durable, lasting over a year easily. It patinas nicely and darkens over time just the way it should. The open bottom version can show wear on the corners after 1+ year but their replacement warranty is legitimate and makes this a non-issue. Great company!"

— Andrew J. (5/5)

Beautiful Case, Great Quality, and Amazing Customer Service!

"I was lucky enough to order one of the free Blaze cases, and I absolutely love it! It looks amazing on my orange iPhone 17 Pro Max. The Blaze color complements the orange beautifully, and the quality of the case is excellent! The customer service is also amazing. Everyone I’ve communicated with has been very friendly, helpful, and willing to resolve any issues or answer any questions. I highly recommend Bullstrap products to anyone looking for a high-quality and beautiful case with excellent customer service. Thank you, Bullstrap, for the great products and wonderful customer experience. Keep up the great work, and best of luck!"

— Seyedali A. (5/5)

"I strongly recommend avoiding this product. I am extremely disappointed with the quality, especially considering the premium price. After just 2 days of use, the leather case started changing color and already looks old and worn out. The back of the case also gets scratched and marked very easily, even with normal everyday use. This is completely unacceptable for a product advertised as a premium leather case. At this price point, I expected much better quality, durability, and craftsmanship. Instead, I feel like I wasted my money. The case looks like it has been used for months, even though I’ve only had it for two days. Extremely dissatisfied with this purchase! I would not recommend this case to anyone. Save your money and look for a better-quality alternative."

— Babu (1/5)

"Return portal was a pain to use and took way to long. ordered on accident and exchanged for another color but had to wait to receive it as i emailed them and was told to wait and return myself even though it never got further than a warehouse some weeks. also kept getting delayed. Hope the next experience is better"

— Jasper (3/5)

A Great Phone Case

"I have ordered multiple cases from Bullstrap and love their product. The leather cases wear well and get better in some ways as they age. I had always gotten the bourbon color before and was disappointed that they no longer make it, but terra is almost as good"

— J B. (5/5)

Feels and looks quality

"Coming to this after a Temu "leather" case and you can immediately tell it's a class above. The leather feels great. Color was as advertised. Decent corner protection. Buttons push in nicely. Already developing some patina after a week of handling but maybe that's cuz my hands are always dirty lol"

— Enoch C. (5/5)

Awesome leather case - have no regrets!

"Wasn't quite sure when I finally placed the order for my bullstrap, HOWEVER, I'm glad that I did. The patina is starting to come through aka leather is darkening and I couldn't be happier with the leather to be honest. I was originally going between this case and satchel & page, but they're taking their time creating an iphone 18 pro case so I jumped the gun on this one and have no regrets!"

— Wayne S. (5/5)

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