[jrusso2006]

As another old fart who would look equally ridiculous trying to be a geek trying to look cool, I'd like to offer that the new Vaja Case is simple perfection. I have had it two weeks and the leather is beginning to wear in nicely. Still has that leather smell. I elected not to get the clip, nor the credit card slot. I DID get the case embossed with my initials. The magnetic clip takes some practice but I have mastered it now, and when reversed and clipped, the case and cover actually become a kind of glove for the hand. I read books in my 8700c (via Mobipocket), so having that grip simulates a paperback book of a sort.

The case also triggers the unit's holster settings, which prolongs battery life. However, the plastic clear-vue over the screen is such that glare is increased. THAT I could live without.

So, there you have it. The Vaja 8700c case. I give it four stars out of five. And remember that old farts generally don't give out five stars to anything.

Joe