The Demise of a Moleskine (Binding)
Monday February 11, 2008
Oh No’s! My beloved Moleskine has torn itself asunder! Behold, the ripped binding.
For $15, you’d think they’d be a little more resilient than this!
And no, my deluxe custom black duct tape pen holder is not to blame (I don’t think?).
Oh, intrepid fellow Moleskine users: is this kind of senseless violence unprecedented?
[ Update (2008-03-19: ] Moleskine has come through for me and send me a replacement!!
If you send that picture (along with a picture of the insert that comes with it) to Moleskine, they will send you a new one. Well, that is if it is a Moleskine and not some other brand.
I moved to a Rite-in-the-Rain notebook, since it has a plastic based cover and the pages are waterproof.
Mike
Heya @Nobbe!
Yes, it is, in fact, a real Moleskine, and I had totally forgotten about the warranty! Thanks for reminding me!! =:) I’ve taken pictures and sent off the e-mail yesterday night. I’m anxious to see if they send me a replacement. If they do… WOW! What a company to stand behind their products like that!!
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