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Specimen No. 10553 — Classic Obsidian Twill Aramid Case for iPhone
$178.00
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SPECIMEN NO. 10553 — THE OBSIDIAN TWILL ARCHIVE
Series: Tactical Minimalist Archives | Dark Academia Artifacts
Custom-Engineered Exclusively for iPhone Pro Series
📜 The Curator's Field Notes
"Woven from high-density carbon-black aramid fibers in a precise diagonally-slanted twill, finished with a silver-toned metal lens bezel—the pure essence of tactical minimalism."
Inspired by historical obsidian archives, aerospace materials, and dark academia aesthetics, Specimen No. 10553 encases your device in pure, understated strength. Crafted with genuine aramid fiber, it provides high-impact resistance while delivering an ultra-slim, featherweight tactile experience.
✨ Key Features
- Pure Carbon Black Twill Weave: Precision-woven with high-density aramid fibers (Kevlar weave) in a clean diagonal texture, offering an anti-scratch and fingerprint-resistant matte feel.
- Silver Metallic Lens Protection Bezel: Features a raised silver metallic camera frame to guard lenses against surface contact while providing a sharp, high-contrast accent.
- Ballistic Fiber Shielding: High-tenacity aramid construction offers superior shock absorption and structural durability without bulk.
- Ultra-Slim Form-Fitting Design: Custom-molded for bare-metal ergonomics, precise port accessibility, and tactile button feedback.
▸ Archival Packaging
Every order arrives packed in a dark velvet-finish collector's box.
Shipping & Delivery
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Good news – it's your lucky day! We offer FREE shipping on all standard orders, no matter where in the world you are.
We've got teams in Australia, the US, the UK, and the EU ready to print and ship your order. Because we're all about mindful consumption, your goodies are made to order – this means we take around 2–5 business days to produce them before they ship. It's better for the planet (less waste!) and means your order is made just for you. Please note that shipping times below are in addition to our production time.
AUSTRALIA (Shipped from AUS)
FREE – Aus Post Standard: 3–7 business days
$4.95 AUD – Aus Post Express: 1–3 business days
USA (Shipped from US)
FREE – DHL Standard: 8–10 business days
$3.95 USD – DHL Express: 3–6 business days
UK (Shipped from UK)
FREE – Royal Mail (non-tracked): 3–6 business days
FREE – Evri Tracked Parcel: 2–4 business days
£3.95 – Evri Next Day: 1–2 business days
EUROPE (Shipped from Italy)
Zone 1 – Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Croatia, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Portugal, Romania
FREE – European Standard (tracked): 8–12 business days
Zone 2 – Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Italy, Malta, Norway, Serbia, Slovenia, Switzerland, Türkiye
FREE – European Standard (tracked): 8–20 business days
CANADA (Shipped from US)
DHL International Standard (tracked): 8–15 business days
Heads up: Duties/taxes may apply. These are set by Canadian customs and are the customer's responsibility.
NEW ZEALAND (Shipped from AUS)
FREE – Int. Standard (non-tracked): 8–15 business days
$13.95 AUD – Int. Standard (tracked): 6–10 business days
$29.95 AUD – Int. Express: 3–5 business days
ASIA (Shipped from AUS)
FREE – Int. Standard (non-tracked): 8–15 business days
$24.95 AUD – Int. Standard (tracked): 6–11 business days
$39.95 AUD – Int. Express: 3–5 business days
HONG KONG (Shipped from AUS)
FREE – Int. Standard (tracked): 8–15 business days
$200 HKD – Int. Express (tracked): 2–4 business days
REST OF THE WORLD (Shipped from UK)
FREE – Airmail (non-tracked): 10–25 business days
$12.95 AUD – Int. Priority: 4–8 business days
Got questions? Just drop us an email at carapace-studio@outlook.com or message us on WhatsApp. We'll get back to you within 24 hours, Monday - Friday (excluding public holidays). Have you reached out and have not heard back? Kindly check your spam or junk folder as sometimes those pesky filters will catch our emails back to you.
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I've had this for weeks and it still looks brand new. Great quality.
O
I get so many compliments on the woven texture. It looks so much more expensive than it was.
M
The black weave is sleek and professional.
T
I love how the stripes catch the light at different angles. Very dynamic.
J
This case is sleek and protective. The weave is beautiful, and the carbon fiber is light.
L
A sleek case.
M
I recommend this case. The weave is lovely, and the fit is perfect.
Z
I love the sleek look of this case. The weave adds a subtle pattern that catches the eye, and the carbon fiber is incredibly strong.
L
A solid case with a nice tactile weave.
C
The design is minimal but the weave adds a touch of luxury. The carbon fiber is durable and comfortable to hold.
I
I love the texture of the weave.
H
The black weave is sleek.
K
The fine vertical stripes give this case such a clean, tailored look. It's like a pinstripe suit for my phone.
L
I love how the woven texture adds such a sophisticated feel. The black is so sleek and timeless.
M
The thin lines create an elegant visual texture. It's understated but so beautiful.
C
I'm very satisfied.
L
I'm obsessed with this case. The weave is unique, and the carbon fiber is excellent.
C
I love the feel and the look. The weave is great.
J
The design is simple yet elegant. The woven texture adds visual interest, and the carbon fiber is a durable choice. It's a great everyday case.
L
I'm impressed by the quality.
S
The black weave is elegant. The carbon fiber is lightweight.
W
I'm impressed by the grip and the look.
A
I'm obsessed with this case. The woven texture gives it a unique character, and the carbon fiber is a marvel �C so light yet so tough. The black finish is flawless.
J
The weave is subtle but effective.
H
This case is a winner.
I
The woven carbon fiber is top-notch. Highly recommend.
E
I'm impressed by the quality and the feel.
N
This case is pure class. The vertical stripes are subtle but make a huge difference.