The Dango SK1 Slide Kick is the cheapest machined-aluminum wallet Dango makes and the one with the best party trick: push the front plate up and six cards fan out in a spread so you can see and pick one. A patented rail system does it, in a CNC aluminum shell with RFID blocking, for $39, or $49 with a titanium money clip. This review covers the mechanism, the capacity, and who it is for.
Specs
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shell | CNC-machined aerospace-grade aluminum |
| Mechanism | Patented rail; push the front plate to fan cards |
| Capacity | 6 cards max |
| RFID | Yes |
| Clip version | Integrated titanium clip for up to 10 folded bills and extra cards |
| Colors | Satin silver, jet black |
| Price | $39; $49 with titanium clip |
The slide kick
Thumb on the front plate, push up, and the cards fan out like a hand of playing cards. Let go and they retract. It is the most satisfying wallet mechanism we sell, and it is also the fastest way to get to the third card in a stack.
Six cards
That is the limit, and it is the point: the SK1 is a card carrier, not a wallet. If you carry more than six cards or paper cash, add the titanium clip or buy an M4.
The titanium clip version
A machined titanium clip over the shell holds folded bills and a couple of extra cards. It turns the SK1 into a complete minimalist wallet for $10 more. SK1 with titanium clip.
Compared
The S1 Stealth is the $39 fabric MagSafe wallet; the D01 is the $79 leather-and-aluminum classic. The SK1 is the $39 metal one with the trick.
Frequently asked questions
How many cards does the SK1 hold?
Six.
Does it hold cash?
With the titanium clip version, up to 10 folded bills.
Is it RFID blocking?
Yes.
What is it made of?
CNC-machined aerospace aluminum.
Is it worth it?
For $39, it is the best machined wallet on the market.
The bottom line
The Dango SK1 is a $39 fidget toy that is also a very good card wallet. Get the clip version if you carry cash.
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