The Grip is a handcrafted leather case for iPhone 17, wrapped in hand-selected, full-grain Patagonia leather over a Tri-Layer shock-absorbing core, with Apple MagSafe charging and modular V-Mag add-on compatibility — all in a slim, 53-gram profile.
Leather just feels better. The Grip wraps your iPhone 17 in hand-selected, full-grain Patagonia leather — a soft, unmistakable feel, a confident hold, and natural character that deepens beautifully over time.
Underneath the leather, the Tri-Layer Core takes care of everyday impact: a rigid Tritan Copolyester shell disperses the hit while a soft leather lining guards against micro-scratches, and a high-defense anodized aluminum ring adds drop protection around the camera. Built-in N52 rare-earth magnets keep it ready for Apple MagSafe chargers. All of it at 53 grams.
The Grip is also your entry into V-Mag, Vaja’s magnetic attachment system. Snap on the Wallet Wrap to turn it into a full leather wallet — four cards, cash and a cover over the screen — or add a Mini Wallet, Card Wallet or Fold Stand when your day calls for it, and remove them when it doesn’t. Browse the V-Mag add-ons made for iPhone 17.
That detachable route is how you carry cards on a standard iPhone 17: we don’t build a sewn-in wallet case for this model, so the wallet is there when you want it and gone when you don’t.
And if what you want is maximum protection rather than minimum weight, the Buckler Grip is this same case with stainless steel shields on all four corners — 63 grams instead of 53.
Find your Grip. Real leather that protects, feels secure, and gets better with every use.
Yes. This page is the standard iPhone 17 version, crafted to the exact dimensions of that model. The iPhone 17 Pro, Pro Max and Air each have their own version and they are not interchangeable, so make sure you are on the page for your phone. You can see every option for your model in our iPhone 17 leather case range.
Yes. Built-in N52 rare-earth magnets provide reliable alignment and charging with Apple MagSafe chargers, while keeping the case slim.
Protection comes in three layers. The Tri-Layer Core combines a full-grain Patagonia leather exterior, a rigid Tritan Copolyester shell that disperses impact, and a soft leather lining that guards against micro-scratches. A high-defense anodized aluminum camera ring adds drop protection around the rear lenses.
Same leather, same Tri-Layer Core, same MagSafe charging, same V-Mag add-ons. The Buckler Grip adds stainless steel shields on all four corners, where a dropped phone lands first, and weighs 63 grams against the Grip’s 53. Choose the Grip for the lightest possible profile; choose the Buckler Grip if you drop your phone and want the most protective leather case we make for the iPhone 17.
Yes. Attach the V-Mag Wallet Wrap for a full leather wallet with four RFID-protected card slots, a bill pocket and a cover over the screen. It is the same Wrap we make for the iPhone 17 Pro and it fits this case too. One thing worth knowing: the Wrap covers the magnetic area, so it has to come off to charge on MagSafe. For cards that stay on while you charge, use a Mini Wallet or a Card Wallet instead.
No. The detachable Wallet Wrap, the Mini Wallet and the Card Wallet are how you carry cards on this model. We build sewn-in wallet cases for the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max.
53 grams (1.87 oz). The Buckler Grip, with stainless steel corner shields, is 63.
The Grip is handcrafted from real, full-grain leather sourced from Patagonia, Argentina, over a Tritan Copolyester structural core, with a soft Vaja leather lining, N52 rare-earth magnets, and a hard-anodized aluminum camera ring.
Yes. The Custom V-Mag Leather Case is this same case built to order, with every surface yours to choose. This page ships from prepared inventory if you want it sooner.
Yes. Every Grip is made by hand, one case at a time. Natural variations in the leather make each piece subtly unique, and the leather develops more character with use.
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