Sleek Steel Wallet
Sleek and Sturdy Steel Wallet Keeps RFID Hackers at Bay - from Wired.com
Mmmmmmm . . . steel . . . I have a weakness for the strong metallic type, in almost kind of design form. In this case, it is a very practical thing as well. Aside from its beauty and uniqueness, being impervious to water/sweat/rum would come in handy, not only while traveling, but also around my house.
Ever felt the need to replace your tattered, bulging, leather wallet with something closer to a solid metal case? Now you can. A new wallet made from industrial-grade stainless steel fabric promises to keep your money and credit cards safe -- from rain, perspiration, spills and even identity thieves.
New York designer Theo Stewart-Stand created the steel wallet from the same finely woven, industrial steel that is used in aerospace applications, petroleum processing and metal doors and windows. Stewart-Stand tightened the weave of the steel so it is small and flexible enough to thread into fabric, but still stronger and far more durable than leather or suede. The resulting skinny wallet feels as smooth as silk -- but doesn't stretch, is cool to the touch and, of course, can't be stained.
While developing the wallet, Theo Stewart-Stand inadvertently discovered an even more unique benefit. It turns out the stainless steel used in the wallet protects from the latest concern in identity theft: RFID hackers.
The wallets are available for between $80 and $125 online or at the Stewart/Stand store in Brooklyn.
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