Agva Toledo Series (4.3" Portable GPS Navigator Case)
Found three models under this series.
4.3" GPS PU Case Black - Toledo GPS 5
4.3" GPS Nylon Case Black - Toledo GPS 6
4.3" GPS Case Black - Toledo GPS 7
Features:
*Water-resistant.
*Protection EVA hard-shell provides enhanced stock protection.
*Padded compartment stores GPS unit, cables and accessories.
*Micro fiber cleaning cloth attached to keep screen clean and smudge free.
*Leather finish (GPS 5) and fabric finish (GPS 6/7)
My Thoughts:
GPS 5/6 Pros:
*Provides a snug fit for the 765
*More convenient to hold
*Cheaper than the GPS 7
GPS 5/6 Cons:
*As far as I'm concerned, GPS 5's "leather" finish isn't even close to your typical leatherette car seat cover.
GPS 7 Pros:
*Although Agva says it can hold upto 4.3" GPSrs, this model actually is bigger than the 5/6. If you put a 765 in it, you still have about <2cm space on all sides and around 1-1.5cm thicker than the 5/6.
*Both sides of the shell feel stiffer, in contrast to the 5/6 where the bottom shell feels softer than the top shell.
*Has a more rugged/casual looking finish than that of the 6's
*Could probably fit a 5" 1490.
*Possibly a good alternative to (*)Speck's Techstyle Charcoal. Don't expect the same finish though.
*Elastic straps to prevent the case from being opened 180deg.
GPS 7 Cons:
*Awkward to be toting around 'coz of its bulk, I guess even more awkward if you use a lanyard with it.
*IMHO too big for smaller screen units, unless ofcourse you want to stuff it with other things, as an example, the 765 and an Omnia can be stored in it comfortably.
*The elastic straps that prevent the case to be opened 180deg wide may make taking out your unit a little more irritating.
General Pros:
*MF cloth strapped to the case.
*Extra interior net pouch for your memory cards and earphones.
*Double zipper.
*Elastic strap for your unit to prevent it from being tossed around in the case in case your unit's smaller than a, say, 765.
General Cons:
*No belt clip/strap, only comes with a D-ring and wrist strap. Hence, you either hold them like a clutch bag or get a lanyard that'll be able to hold them.
*Comes only in black...AFAIK.
Verdict:
If you're looking for an alternative to Garmin's Leather Carrying Case, I think none of these would fit the shoe. If you wouldn't mind toting faux leather around, the GPS 5 is your closest match. If you don't mind holding a bulkier than necessary case, the GPS 7 should be right for you. Else the smaller 5/6 are your best bet. If you prefer something you could hold comfortably and wouldn't look too out of place with your office attire and yet wouldn't look to rugged, the GPS 6 should do well.
4.3" GPS PU Case Black - Toledo GPS 5
4.3" GPS Nylon Case Black - Toledo GPS 6
4.3" GPS Case Black - Toledo GPS 7
Features:
*Water-resistant.
*Protection EVA hard-shell provides enhanced stock protection.
*Padded compartment stores GPS unit, cables and accessories.
*Micro fiber cleaning cloth attached to keep screen clean and smudge free.
*Leather finish (GPS 5) and fabric finish (GPS 6/7)
My Thoughts:
GPS 5/6 Pros:
*Provides a snug fit for the 765
*More convenient to hold
*Cheaper than the GPS 7
GPS 5/6 Cons:
*As far as I'm concerned, GPS 5's "leather" finish isn't even close to your typical leatherette car seat cover.
GPS 7 Pros:
*Although Agva says it can hold upto 4.3" GPSrs, this model actually is bigger than the 5/6. If you put a 765 in it, you still have about <2cm space on all sides and around 1-1.5cm thicker than the 5/6.
*Both sides of the shell feel stiffer, in contrast to the 5/6 where the bottom shell feels softer than the top shell.
*Has a more rugged/casual looking finish than that of the 6's
*Could probably fit a 5" 1490.
*Possibly a good alternative to (*)Speck's Techstyle Charcoal. Don't expect the same finish though.
*Elastic straps to prevent the case from being opened 180deg.
GPS 7 Cons:
*Awkward to be toting around 'coz of its bulk, I guess even more awkward if you use a lanyard with it.
*IMHO too big for smaller screen units, unless ofcourse you want to stuff it with other things, as an example, the 765 and an Omnia can be stored in it comfortably.
*The elastic straps that prevent the case to be opened 180deg wide may make taking out your unit a little more irritating.
General Pros:
*MF cloth strapped to the case.
*Extra interior net pouch for your memory cards and earphones.
*Double zipper.
*Elastic strap for your unit to prevent it from being tossed around in the case in case your unit's smaller than a, say, 765.
General Cons:
*No belt clip/strap, only comes with a D-ring and wrist strap. Hence, you either hold them like a clutch bag or get a lanyard that'll be able to hold them.
*Comes only in black...AFAIK.
Verdict:
If you're looking for an alternative to Garmin's Leather Carrying Case, I think none of these would fit the shoe. If you wouldn't mind toting faux leather around, the GPS 5 is your closest match. If you don't mind holding a bulkier than necessary case, the GPS 7 should be right for you. Else the smaller 5/6 are your best bet. If you prefer something you could hold comfortably and wouldn't look too out of place with your office attire and yet wouldn't look to rugged, the GPS 6 should do well.
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