This checkbook cover is beautiful (I have the red one). I was needing something just to hold checks and insurance cards and this is perfect for that. If you have more than that, you will find that the item will get way too full i.e. won't close well. Just having the register, checks, and 6 cards and I think it is maxed, so don't plan for it as an all-purpose use unless you carry little. Quality construction and the eel skin is gorgeous. Love it! Only reason for four stars instead of five is because of how quickly it fills.