Is that the case open at the bottom does not bother me, because the shell is designed to protect not against drops, but only from scratches when in contact with other surfaces. Furthermore, only the camera protected and the iPhone is finally plan on the table.
However, a star, I prefer to but very high price of 44.99 from, but what do you expect when you hear the words Apple and leather in a sentence)
Edit: After I now have the Case for a good 5 days in use, I have to say that the 45 fully blaze, the device feels completely differently, it is soft, is better in your hand; you can not describe in words the significance.