APEX LAB - STORAGE CASE (GRAIN LEATHER)

When I started looking for a watch roll for my small collection, the first thing that struck me was how NARROW most are. 2” slots would NEVER work for me. Even my smallest one would be a tight fit. And even higher priced models would not fit.The THREE-inch wide slots in this one easily fit all four of the watches I wanted to store (see photo). I might buy another if there was a FOUR-inch version, since my huge Diesels (Mr. Daddy 2.0, Mega Chief) still won’t fit in this (or any other) roll. I included them in the photo to see how oversized they are for this in case.I also like the quality of the leather. It’s supple enough to wrap around the watches in the slots and when rolled up. Though I love waxed canvas for many things, I preferred going with leather for the softer texture on the watch faces. I am very pleased with that in this roll.The price was also very reasonable to me. Hide & Drink is now on my shortlist for any future rolls and cases.

For comparisons sake I pictured the roll next to my 30rd mags. Despite reviews talking about the horrible dye transfer of some of the darker color rolls the brand is selling this model/ colorway has no such issues. Therefore it is functional and safe for your watches. The leather is outstanding high quality full grain and it is very supple for its thickness. My only wishes is that the roll was larger and would allow you to actually use all 4 pockets at once. Currently if this is done the roll cannot close and the leather laces are not long enough to wrap and tie. It is small but thick when rolled. You must take the top flap of leather and fold it inward to ensure your watches to not slip out of the roll during transport. Price is fair. With a bit more engineering/design this could be an outstanding watch roll but satisfied overall with the product.

You get exactly what's advertised, a quality leather roll with stitched housing for 4 watches. I've only one major issue with this product, and that's the space for each watch causing the faces to touch when rolled. You can fold the top of the roll down over them but as the leather is a solid piece it is not the softest and will cause substantial bulking when rolled so it's a bit of a trade off. If a softer leather was used it would be easier to fold over the watch faces however you would lose some of the structural strength. Over all not bad, it will definitely do the job it's intended for.

I love this brand with a passion, so I will get the only negative comment out of the way right off the bat.'Hide & Drink' really builds up the brand, touting their 101 year warranty, as well as picturing cool little cards that show who crafted your item with a batch number.I received neither with my item, nor with other items I've purchased from the seller. I was really looking forward to getting that nomenclature, as it builds on the quality, authenticity and mystique of the brand. It sounds like a little thing, but was one of the determining factors that convinced me to buy their items in the first place. That being said.. on to the good stuff.I love this roll and plan on using it extensively. I usually travel with three to four watches and this will work superbly. Definitely do not travel with your watch faces exposed like their pictures show. Make sure to tuck them into the super soft pockets.While the roll will nicely accommodate four watches, I believe I will only be loading it up with three timepieces if I'm running short on space in my luggage.This is old school quality and craftsmanship that used to be abundantly found in the 70s and 80s when I was growing up. Then.. suddenly, availability of quality leather goods disappeared seemingly overnight.Hide & Drink will get more of my business for sure. I just hope they eventually include those cool looking documents with future items I buy.

The watch roll serves its purpose while on the go, and allows me to bring the watches with peace of mind knowing they aren't touching one another. My only complaint is that the eyelet was not securely fastened where the leather string goes. I then decided to remove the metal eyelet and feed the leather back into its place. Quality of leather is great, a few minor imperfections where it looks like the skin was scarred or singed but thats what should be liked about top grain leather, its imperfect cosmetic grain. Also comparable to other options out there, this is a grab! Would recommend and give as a gift.Update 12/2/18 - After using this watch roll, I've easily fit watches at 41mm-48mm in this watch case. While using the case, i've found it close to comfort when using the roll as intended(see sideview photo; might be hard to see but almost metal on metal) so I folded the leather on itself hotdog style and burrito'd it through. It does add a bit of bulk to it, but I prefer it this way to protect my watches and bracelets. I am still on the lookout for a singular case to use for my short commutes and may have found the perfect leather pouch for my needs. If all goes well, I will update and provide a link of the product.

Great build quality. Attention to detail. Really liked to see that it was hand made. There was note from the craftsman and appreciate that. Over all an awesome product. Looking to purchase a second one.

Leather is a little stiff, but it feels like it will break in well. Holds 4 watches really well. Nice for a vacation pack.

Gave as a gift - they loved it. Nice with a rustic quality.

The quality of the leather is top tier! Construction is top knotch as well. Bought this for my watches I've collected while traveling and they fit perfect and seem to be very well protected. Doesn't take up much room when rolled up either.

Exceeded expectations. Product packaging is well thought out and quality is great for the price.

What I was looking for and seems made to last. If this was 2x the price I would still be worth it.

However, for the price I guess I knew that the leather would not be softer. Still very functional and members of my watch club liked it. It works for my purposes

I'm a huge fan of handmade, especially at a time when this site looks like a carbon copy of Aliexpress. I ordered the Sangria colored version of this watch roll and am super happy with it. As others have mentioned, it's not quite large enough or designed right to properly fit 4 watches, but I'm fine with it. It can be folded inward on both ends if you really want to carry four watches but it's not so much of a roll at that point.Still, I really enjoy seeing these handmade goods and I was lucky enough to receive the sleeve with the name and maker's information. I hope to see more products from H&D here and I hope they continue to help pay these craftspeople to expand their businesses abroad.

It is infrequent when a product or service exceeds expectations, however this one does. The quality craftsmanship and appearance, are excellent. The product came complete with a personalized tag that included the name of the person, location and date that it was made.It truly felt like a bespoke piece that will last a long time. Top notch.

It’s exactly as advertised. The leather and stitching are great and will definitely buy other product from them.Then why not 5 stars? It’s a design flaw in my opinion. While there are 4 pockets I noticed holding 4 watches makes rolling it uneven and too bulky. I think the pockets should be offset 2 on top and two on the bottom and alternating: top/bottom top/bottom, this would allow you to fill all pockets and roll it up without one side being too uneven.I was not mislead and against the craftsmanship and quality are great, but I think this one change would make a HUGE difference for its purpose.

This was bought as a gift for my husband who was looking for a means of packaging watches for traveling. He was looking for something that would obviously protect the watches but also not take up much room or weight in his luggage. Looks were not really a concern for him, that’s my department.This ticked all of his boxes and he was thrilled to find that the leather felt really good and that he really loves the look of the travel case. Since it doesn’t have a solid frame but folds/rolls up it doesn’t take up much room but the leather is thick and seems durable and there is no worry about the watches not being protected.

I love it! I already have one watch roll from Hide & Drink, so I went out of the way to look for the name when searching for a 2nd. Opting for something a little different, I went for the blue leather, and I love it! Just as attractive and soft as the natural color leather one I bought last time, but with just the right amount of flair. I'm sure I'll be back for more!

The swayze suede leather watch roll feels rugged and durable but at the same time looks luxurious while new. I fold the top side to create a flap over the part of the watches that stick out of the pockets so that the watches are secure when the leather is rolled up. The thickness of the leather makes it a bit bulky for travel, but if you like the heavy duty feel with each watch protected in the pockets, this watch roll is awesome. The color is vibrant like new rust color on steel. The strap is just the right length and thickness to secure the roll very well. I put four watches with diameter between 38 and 43 and they fit perfectly. For watches on bracelet, I slide a piece of loose leather on the inside surface so the bracelet does not contact and scratch the back of the watch.