# Quick Draw Smartphone Cases The EXO7 iPhone Belt Buckle Case Takes Your Phone Back to the Old West By Michael Hines | Published 2011-10-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exo7-iphone-belt-buckle-case References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2011/10/who-needs-pocke.php) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/81748873/exo7-belt-buckle-and-holster-iphone-4-4s) I am not quite sure what to make of the EXO7 iPhone Belt Buckle case. This [unique iPhone case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dango-adapt-iphone-case) was designed by [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-app) merchant EXOvault and takes the belt buckle phone case to the next level. The sheath for the EXO7 iPhone Belt Buckle case is made out of either [stainless steel or aluminum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dango-covert-iphone-case) and is ringed with Pau Ferro wood. Perhaps the best part about this case is that it can be used as either part of a belt *or* as a holster. If you are looking to turn taking your iPhone 4S out of its case into a geeky quick draw, then prepare yourself to spend a pretty penny. This case is sold in the Etsy store of EXOvault for the princely sum of $300. Window shopping through the pictures of the case can be done here free of charge. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Phone Belt Buckle Cases:** The trend of phone cases designed to be used as a belt buckle or holster presents an opportunity for companies to create unique and fashionable carrying solutions for smartphones. - **Luxury Smartphone Cases:** The trend of expensive and high-quality smartphone cases presents an opportunity for companies to create premium and personalized accessories that appeal to affluent consumers. - **Geeky Phone Accessories:** The trend of geeky and novelty smartphone accessories presents an opportunity for companies to create fun and quirky products that appeal to tech-savvy consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Accessories:** The fashion industry can leverage the trend of phone cases designed as belt buckles or holsters to create unique and stylish wearable technology accessories. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury brands can tap into the trend of expensive and high-quality smartphone cases to create premium accessories that cater to affluent consumers who care about style and function. - **Novelty Merchandise:** The novelty merchandise industry can capitalize on the trend of geeky and quirky smartphone accessories to develop products that resonate with tech-focused customers looking for fun and unique accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive Phone Case Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kevlar-case.md) - [Action Button Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bangcase.md) - [Luxurious Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-iphone-case1.md) - [Kevlar Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-iphone-case.md) - [MagSafe Leather Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-iphone-case.md) - [Handcrafted Leather Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alto-original-leather-case.md) - [Rugged Modern Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-protective-case.md) - [Knife-Paired EDC Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knyphe-phone-case.md) - [Sophisticated Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophisticated-smartphone-case.md)