Business Card Cases: Definitive Guide for Professional Style

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00:00 Introduction
Your business card reveals more than just your contact info. Well-cared for business cards in a quality case make great first impressions. How do you know which card case best suits you?
01:19 History
Despite the modern prominence of digital business, business cards remain the simplest and most stylish way to swap information. Let's take a look at how business cards evolved throughout history.
05:04 Types of Business Card Cases
We categorize business card cases into two different groups: types of cases to avoid and quality cases you should look for.
05:20 1. What to Avoid
05:22 1a. The Slash Case
05:35 1b. Trendy Design
05:55 1c. Mechanical Case
06:04 1d. Novelty Design
06:32 2. Quality Cases
06:35 2a. The Slip Case
07:25 2b. The Simple Case
07:45 2c. The Bifold Case
08:24 2d. Wallets & Billfolds
08:53 2e. The Rigid Case
09:36 What Makes A Quality Card Case?
Now we discuss the different hallmarks of a quality card case so you get the most value both in utility and style.
09:41 3. Materials
Two traditional materials for quality cases are metal and leather due to their durability and appearance.
10:15 3a. Metal
12:06 3b. Leather
15:20 4. Construction
Proper frame assemblies, a non-bulky profile, and a clasp that allows easy access to the cards are elements of well-made business card cases.
15:29 4a. Genuine Metal Frame
16:07 4b. Slim Profile
16:43 4c. Clasp
17:13 5. Styling
The best case for business cards is one with a more formal exterior to match a range of dress codes because you never know when you'll need to swap them.
18:08 6. Cost
When it comes to cost, you’ll often get what you pay for. What price range should you expect for a quality business card case?
18:41 Conclusion
We hope that this definitive guide will help you find a business card case that suits your needs and style. If you don’t own a business card case yet, have we convinced you to get one? Let’s chat in the comments!
19:04 Outfit Rundown

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@suicidalbuddha 2 жыл бұрын

Look at that subtle leather patina, the tasteful thickness of it, oh my god, it even has an engraved Fort Belvedere logo!

@sailoroftheinternet3290 2 жыл бұрын

What's the matter @suicidalbuddha you're sweating

@MrPacproductions 2 жыл бұрын

Let's see Paul Allen's business card video

@obiwan8393 2 жыл бұрын

Look at that subtle colouring. The tasteful thickness. Oh my God. It even has a watermark.

@andrew66769 2 жыл бұрын

I explicitly clicked on this video to find this comment. Thank you.

@michaelellis6384 2 жыл бұрын

Its sounds good for winter weather

@FelixS. 2 жыл бұрын

Ah I just posted this joke and now I see you were 18 minutes faster ^^ Well played, sir.

@joshmiller7777 2 жыл бұрын

Is that a raincoat?

@andreitaga5988 2 жыл бұрын

Impressive, very nice, let's see Paul Allen's guide to Business Card Cases

@hpvspeedmachine4183 2 жыл бұрын

Let's go to Dorsia to have a look!

@alejandrocanela691 2 жыл бұрын

I Have To Return Some Videotapes

@jacobdiaz1218 2 жыл бұрын

Im in touch with humanity

@oddballtv712 2 жыл бұрын

Impressive, very nice. Let's see Paul Allan's definitive guide to business cards

@AHappyAvocado 2 жыл бұрын

look at that subtle off-white colouring.

@conbro0985 2 жыл бұрын

The tasteful thickness of it

@user-cl7bk1ek5x 2 жыл бұрын

Impressive, very nice. Let's see Paul Allen's business card cases guide

@whatwelearned 2 жыл бұрын

I've seen it. I enjoyed the tasteful thickness of it.

@herrybertpotter9777 2 жыл бұрын

Look at that subtle off-white coloring. The tasteful thickness of it. Oh my God, it even has a watermark...

@lowerlowerhk 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice. Let's see Paul Allen's card case.

@NoBrakes23 2 жыл бұрын

Someone had to say it.

@sed6 2 жыл бұрын

Is that from American Psycho?

@Aggnog 2 жыл бұрын

Stuff like this really showcases why the details are so important.

@drip369 2 жыл бұрын

I used to use an old cigarette case as a business card case and having seen multiple posts from you guys on KZfaq and Instagram, I am tempted to shop around for a business card case

@anniesauras_rex 2 жыл бұрын

I saw a patient at my work (I work in a UK dental practice) and he had a Fort Belvedere wallet, so happy to find one in the wild! ☺️

@mortuaryartist 2 жыл бұрын

I always use a business card. You have encouraged me to find a stylish vintage case.

@AFCAWorldBodybuildingArchive 2 жыл бұрын

I used my father's business card case to protect my holy Exodia back in 2003. 💪🙏

@Idekwtph 2 жыл бұрын

Look at that subtle off white coloring. The tasteful thickness of it. Oh my god. It even has a watermark

@colourfastt 2 жыл бұрын

Is that you Halberstram?

@jebbush2527 2 жыл бұрын

I like how Preston wears point collars. Very traditional. It seems like most stylish gents trend towards spread, so it’s unique. I like point collars with moderately long points (3”-3.125” or so).

@pyro481 2 жыл бұрын

I just watched American Psycho. Perfect timing.

@gottfriedosterbach3907 2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if any of those guys cared about the cards aside from the protagonist and they were making a big deal over it just to mess with the protagonist who clearly obsessed over details.

@keatman 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a leather worker and I make mostly wallets. This video was helpful to understanding the wallet I should be designing

@acftmxman 2 жыл бұрын

For about 15 years now I use two cases. I use a leather simple case to carry on my person and I use a stainless steel card case in my bag or attache. I do not overstuff either so that way the cards glide out easily. Before I used a repurposed metal cigarette case, but it was too large for my needs. Another great video guys!

@cglaurer 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been using a “business card case” as a wallet for over a decade. So-called “minimalist” or super-thin wallets mostly seem to be unusable garbage. I found a great Samsonite-branded business card case (at an office goods box store) that makes a great wallet (but like actual wallets, wouldn’t be the best card case!). I’ve gone through three of them. I keep cash separately in a money clip. I’ve got to go see whether you’ve done an ultimate guide to wallets and money clips.

@gentlemansgazette 2 жыл бұрын

As it happens, we have a companion guide to wallets coming up soon - stay tuned!

@mistergrandpasbakery9941 2 жыл бұрын

I found your channel just in time. I'll be getting back in business VERY soon. I've been out of the loop for enough time that the coaching you provide is highly beneficial! 😀

@echoes5476 2 жыл бұрын

impressive, very nice

@ole8125 2 жыл бұрын

Guys i´m proud of you. This exactly what I expected when I clicked on the comment section

@MrModel--CAPTURED-ON-FILM 2 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your presentations. I've felt there is a loss of late with a care for style. I'm glad you continue to promote good taste.

@Takeitlightly6 2 жыл бұрын

Impressive. Very nice.

@yairk9898 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Some future topic suggestions: a video on stylish canes/walking sticks, a video on how to smoke like a gentleman, a video on credit cards/budgeting like a gentleman

@richlambeth7050 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. One of the first things that my boss told me to get when I moved to Asia was a card case. Some of the more affluent business crowd consider the card to be an extension of their reputation and would watch how you handled yours and theirs if given one.

@matt818 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, living in Japan, this video is relevant. Wouldn't have thought so to the same extent if I lived back in England Where in Asia did you end up?

@itzdatloser7598 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice! Let's see Paul Allen's card case

@anihroxxor 2 жыл бұрын

your outfit is really dapper today, like very much the color specialy the shirt

@Barjack521 9 ай бұрын

It’s funny that you have my exact card case on here in the “Do not use” section. I’m a physician and during the pandemic I switched from what you called the simple leather case to the that blue metal one you showed that “shoots” out my card. People got skittish about being handed anything directly during the pandemic in the hospital setting. That gimmick case provided a rather elegant solution.

@g4meboy13 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so happy you guys made this

@herbtube7824 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative content and very eloquently presented. Thanks a lot!

@josephheinecke1992 2 жыл бұрын

Preston looking as cool as the other side of the pillow...I remember being a kid thinking how cool I would be when I could hand someone my card. Well I got the cards still waiting on the "cool" part 😆

@MmeDesgranges 2 жыл бұрын

Great content. I'm happy with my LV Champs-Élysées metal card holder and pair it with the LV C-E Bill Clip

@stylishoversixty9459 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video I must say this video is indeed a "card" of a different deck of cards!

@lmlm_ 2 жыл бұрын

Love the ‘70s look 👌🏻

@jupamoers 2 жыл бұрын

Can you make a video about walking sticks? I find them very stylish and as a person with a walking disability, they are a great help with walking. I pruchased a Monopod to use as a walking stick, but I want to upgrade to a real one made of wood

@brynwatson6645 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, after that video you'll need to do one on cigarette/cigar cases.

@angelmessenger8240 2 жыл бұрын

In Japan, business cards are still very important at first meeting and are not put away until the business is concluded as this would suggest rudeness to the customer/business person.

@georgeorwell2233 2 жыл бұрын

New subscriber. Thank you for the informative content. I am vegan but I must say your cufflinks are breathtaking. Have a great day.

@Manuel421 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative as always gents thanks! Truly curious. Any thoughts on the Untuck it brand? I've been looking into them since unfortunately a majority of shirts I get for at home wear tend to be a bit long and baggy for my taste. I'd love to find long sleeve t shirts that have a short enough hem designed to be untucked and that'll save a trip from going to the tailor. Anyway you get my point thanks for the valuable info as always.

@devansh1727 2 жыл бұрын

Hello there, I've been a subscriber since two months. I'm 18 years old currently and I wish to have better clothing in my wardrobe.. I enjoyed your hairstyle and shaving guides a lot and other videos aswell! It's just that I feel pulled back by my friends (they probably aren't even friends) whenever I try to dress up, even when it means wearing a classic denim jacket.. I do hope to have a rather smart Blazer by the end of this year so I've started to do my savings already. Regards from India.. :)

@keshavrao212 2 жыл бұрын

Hello! I kindly recommend something that is good quality. i.e something tat fits you well, skillfully sown, made up of natural materials and has the proportions that are classic and not modern. You need to do some research on this topic.

@devansh1727 2 жыл бұрын

@@keshavrao212 thanks a lot for the advice.. I'd do some research and it's quite possible that I'll get them from a local store, because online Indian market is kind of stale when it comes to buying blazers/sports coat/over coats... Like, it literally suggested me to buy a cardigan when I searched for a blazer :/

@keshavrao212 2 жыл бұрын

@@devansh1727 True, Indian online market is very diluted for specific items. You can get them from local store? I dont think so that there would be any quality suit with classic proportions. Do or just follow what I suggested, you would get a sport coat or a suit that is breathable, comfortable, dapper and majestic.

@devansh1727 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I'm afraid of that aswell. ((Btw your suggestion seems to be incomplete (?), was there something after the final sentence?))

@keshavrao212 2 жыл бұрын

@@devansh1727 No no, that was just a mistake. I will edit it.

@pretaxfrog4 2 жыл бұрын

Could you do a video on academic regalia? I am graduating from university later this year and there is very little information on how to look your best when wearing a gown.

@TheGrinbery 2 жыл бұрын

Oh no now I have the urge to get some cases just for my box collections what have you done

@andrew1212w 2 жыл бұрын

Check out the business card scene in “American Psycho” oh my God it even has a watermark!

@mikek9980 2 жыл бұрын

Would be interested to hear your recommendations on how to accept a person's business card. E.g. body language, what to say, eye contact, and where to put it. Have a great day.

@mickymartini7263 2 жыл бұрын

I have this felt fedora and I was wondering how do you pack it in a suitcase.

@wallstreettrader1 3 ай бұрын

Great video. 8:24 though is the pocket for your driver's license.

@thearcadian8051 2 жыл бұрын

I would like to see your card case with a vertical design, as someone who designs and makes business cards for a living I can tell you the vertical design is classic and striking in contrast and I would love to see your take on a vertical case design

@matt818 2 жыл бұрын

I'm curious about your comment regarding a vertical design. I'm a leather craftsman and have some interest in your thoughts on the design of such a case. I'm not sure if I can help, but if you would like to discuss, I'd be happy to

@RizetoPower 2 жыл бұрын

I didn't know you're a jazz vocalist.

@gentlemansgazette 2 жыл бұрын

Preston is indeed a man of many talents! Watch him perform, here: www.gentlemansgazette.com/preston-schlueter-sings-jazz/?

@RizetoPower 2 жыл бұрын

@@gentlemansgazette I'm impressed.

@harrysclub007 2 жыл бұрын

Plz do a video on How to wear like a gentleman in the dust/field

@lapizza7206 2 жыл бұрын

I believe scully & scully make the near exact product as shown here for $85. The metal casing looks exactly the same and highly suspect they come from the same factory.

@sirrobertlacy 2 жыл бұрын

I have a case from Brooks Brothers, leather made by a company in Germany that looks an awful lot like the ones you showed from Fort Belvedere. I’d bet they came from the same factory.

@ProfessorJayTee 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe, but the factories all copy each other. I used to design and sell swords. After a year or two, other factories in other countries would be selling 'my' designs. Sometimes I even switched suppliers and saved money when I found out, since I was now buying one of 'their' standard designs...

@MarineTrucker1775 29 күн бұрын

I'm thinking about ordering but neither on the website or while watching this video they don't mention how many cards this case holds?

@chrissheffield5468 2 жыл бұрын

If you are going to allow Preston to drop bad puns, please also allow him to sing some Bobby Darin.

@cyankirkpatrick5194 2 жыл бұрын

Aw, Preston always got a pun ready, I get to host and plan my oldest great niece's baby shower and I have already got an outfit for her two year old boy long sleeve shirt or short sleeve dress shirt, tie, vest ,dress pants, and shoes but they want him to be with someone when the baby shower is 😞

@marcusbrown188 2 жыл бұрын

When are they going to be in stock?

@alejandrocanela691 2 жыл бұрын

I have metal (aluminum) business cards. There isn't a need for a case, right?

@SandroMagna 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I have a question: have you begged for more free stuff from Spier Mackay?

@SirThomasHarber 2 жыл бұрын

Where did you get that MN Zoo case?

@charlt7670 2 жыл бұрын

Please do a video on how to ride a horse carriage to go from NYC to LA

@ivinitmittal 2 жыл бұрын

👍🏻

@kolauttaja9447 2 жыл бұрын

We knew there was gonna be American physcho reference because this is about business card

@marcusbrown188 2 жыл бұрын

The avoidable designs r better than my rubber band 😅

@alpman47 2 жыл бұрын

*Don't say it don't say it* Now let's see Paul Allen's business card case

@SirBlade666 2 жыл бұрын

Now I'm hoping for a video on cigarette/cigar cases, lighters and other smoking accessories for the modern gentleman.

@hiddenleaf414 2 жыл бұрын

What’snwith the Pail Allen jokes?

@wallstreettrader1 3 ай бұрын

Impressive question. Very nice. Let's hear Paul Allen's punchline.

@Sharp931 2 жыл бұрын

I have a mechanic one somewhere 😂

@user-gl5ld9vm7i 2 жыл бұрын

Very Niles Crane

@senuauwu 2 жыл бұрын

i have a boys wallet because is small and have enough space but the coin´s part with the :button: is tearing probably will buy a new wallet by the end of the year

@rpow6861 2 жыл бұрын

5:39 whats wrong with this one? it looks very nice, yes its modern but imo its quite tasteful.

@osmanabdul5965 2 жыл бұрын

lets see paul allens card video

@NosideGhst 2 жыл бұрын

Let’s see Paul Allen’s card.

@lifeisstr4nge 2 жыл бұрын

Is that a gram?

@razrxo 2 жыл бұрын

Can anyone explain that line to me, I never understood why he said that, coke perhaps?

@darthhorizon2477 2 жыл бұрын

patrick bateman like this video

@Lucknowcitymylove 10 ай бұрын

Sorry Sir I use steel business card holder which can hold 15 cards which is cheaper in price then your not quality but I use it as my daily wallet. My things are safe in it.

@ikybaiiki 2 жыл бұрын

Do phone cases

@razzymarcus8044 2 жыл бұрын

Wheres the gentleman's smoking accessories

@slick_slicers 2 жыл бұрын

Who’s he when he’s at home? The expression comes from ladies’ calling cards, told not just their name, but also when they would be ‘at home’ to receive visitors.

@salvatoremodica9276 2 жыл бұрын

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@Ulrna Жыл бұрын

Let's see Paul Allen's card

@Veeti1245 Жыл бұрын

Pfcourse their own business card case is the best case scenario: "yeah ofcourse apple is the best phone(said by ceo of apple)"

@ayushmaan9197 2 жыл бұрын

Let's see paul allen's card

@reaperzeero 2 жыл бұрын

If I was handed a business card from a plastic holder, I would seriously doubt the quality of whatever was being advertised on the card I was handed.

@jefffawcett 2 жыл бұрын

What’s next a guide to the best typewriter? Who even uses business cards anymore?

@ihasser 2 жыл бұрын

Do we still use those in 2022?? 😅😅👀

@harrisonbmx9699 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my god it even has a watermark

@themoderndandy713 2 жыл бұрын

This may be a controversial opinion here, but I think business cards are one of the worst ways to get in contact with someone. This is because many, if not most people don't have the organizational skills to call you back, even if they want to. The best way to get in contact with someone today is to take their phone number as a first (and almost always viable) resort, exchange cards as a second (though many don't carry them anymore), and give them yours as a last resort.

@wesmcquillen 2 жыл бұрын

When I've taken that approach, I've ended up with numbers in my phone and forgotten who they were/what they do. Really the only sure-fire way to connect with someone you meet is to take *their* card, and diligently reach out to them yourself within a day or so. I never expect anyone to call me.

@MTobin1000 2 жыл бұрын

I was disappointed that the green velour interior Fort Belv. case is out of stock. I left my email address so I can be notified once one is available. It's a beautiful looking case for my letterpress calling card.

@DampZombieNugget 2 жыл бұрын

Men will literally make a whole 21 minute video talking about business card cases instead of going to therapy

@FelixS. 2 жыл бұрын

Now let´s see Paul Allens card.

@salvatoremodica9276 2 жыл бұрын

Salvatore Modica che vuole cards Giuseppe Vittorio 6pozzallo uomo

@tompetrocelli8787 2 жыл бұрын

This is great but does anyone really use business cards anymore?

@whatwelearned 2 жыл бұрын

People still use business cards? Oof. Watched because I enjoy hearing Preston go on about most things.

@bluebirdsigma 2 жыл бұрын

Yep. Nowadays they have social media handles, and oh my god, it even has a QR code.

@mbogucki1 2 жыл бұрын

People still use business cards in 2022? I'm a designer and I haven't seen one in like five years. 🤔

@MmeDesgranges 2 жыл бұрын

It's the circles you move in. Virtually move that is.

@_yuri 2 жыл бұрын

chapri hai kya

@HondaTrumpAi 2 жыл бұрын

Trump1 Canada knows

@rpow6861 2 жыл бұрын

"vegan leather case" lets call it what it is, a fancy plastic bag.

@warmcrunch3829 2 жыл бұрын

The content on this channel is fantastic, but the presenters are insufferable. Yeah, I said it.

@Hosenanzugtasche 2 жыл бұрын

Spectacularly out of touch or desperate for content?

@Bittersteelwastaken 2 жыл бұрын

But i wanna see Paul Allens card.