I think that the Smartphone Experts SafeGuard MetalCase provides a great deal of protection for my Treos. The aircraft grade aluminum is a very strong and sturdy material. I squeezed the case and there isn't much give at all. I didn't hear any creaking when mashing on the case either. Although I prefer a case to provide access to my screen when closed, I have to admit that the built-in window on this case is a great means of protecting my beautiful screen. Besides, it doesn't kill me to flip the door open to get to the screen. ;-) I'm also pleased with the inner neoprene lining that adds extra protection to the outside of my Treo.

I love the design and color of my case. It's one of the most attractive cases I've ever owned and I'm proud to carry my Treo in the case. I've gotten several compliments on the case. Like me, people are impressed with the color and the smoothness of the finish on the case.

You can get the Smartphone Experts SafeGuard MetalCase for the very practical price of $24.95. For the looks of the case and the amount of protection you get, I think that's a very reasonable price.

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Criteria  Rating Design 5 Usability 4 Protection 5 Cost/Benefit 5 Overall (not an average)	Pros Great design Smooth finsish Beautiful color Sceen protected Cutouts for most ports and buttons Lightweight Belt clip and screw can be removed
	Cons keyboard not exposed without opening case Squeaking hinges