This shell is simply perfect for the note 3. Some will say that protection is just but having done fell once without damage I'd say it's good. Indeed this shell that is replacing the original back cover is slightly wider at right angles and avoids the phone to be directly affected. It offers additional features quite interesting like taking a photo, pick or see the time or the weather without having to open the entire flap (a simple lift of a reactive centimeter smartphone). Leather is very elegant and some inlay (key + and - samsung name) end finish very good. Frankly no complaints and at that price I'm thrilled by this discreet case, slim and very practical.