What RF wallet do you use to protect against credit card fraud and identify theft ?
Best RF wallet to protect against fraud ?
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This one:
https://saddlebackleather.com/wallet
They make great stuff. Not cheap. But after a couple of years, the wallet looks even better than new. You won't be disappointed.
https://saddlebackleather.com/wallet
They make great stuff. Not cheap. But after a couple of years, the wallet looks even better than new. You won't be disappointed.
Originally Posted by Astro14
This one:
https://saddlebackleather.com/wallet
They make great stuff. Not cheap. But after a couple of years, the wallet looks even better than new. You won't be disappointed.
Very nice Astro! Thank you for the suggestion since I tend to keep wallets a long time.
This one:
https://saddlebackleather.com/wallet
They make great stuff. Not cheap. But after a couple of years, the wallet looks even better than new. You won't be disappointed.
Very nice Astro! Thank you for the suggestion since I tend to keep wallets a long time.
gathermewool
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Do you have an RFID chip in any of your credit cards?
I don't, so I don't use a wallet that blocks those kinds of skimmers.
I actually just got an email today from AMEX, asking me if I wanted to upgrade to their contactless card. NOPE!
I don't, so I don't use a wallet that blocks those kinds of skimmers.
I actually just got an email today from AMEX, asking me if I wanted to upgrade to their contactless card. NOPE!
Made in USA and/or hold you for a lifetime: What Astro14 posted (in the past he posted also couple other US made alternatives)
RF proof: use the local 7-Eleven that the local cops use.... (true story, they first warn me about couple cards I had)
Unusual approach: if you frequent places like Wisconsin Dells, WI or Branson MO or other tourist traps where bikers/Harley riders congregate and have fun, you may be in luck and instead of pretty good Chinesium knock-offs to find made in the USA knock-offs. Maybe on clearance/close out.
RF proof: use the local 7-Eleven that the local cops use.... (true story, they first warn me about couple cards I had)
Unusual approach: if you frequent places like Wisconsin Dells, WI or Branson MO or other tourist traps where bikers/Harley riders congregate and have fun, you may be in luck and instead of pretty good Chinesium knock-offs to find made in the USA knock-offs. Maybe on clearance/close out.
gathermewool
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I'd like to reiterate: how many of you guys actually own a credit card with an RFID chip?
Originally Posted by gathermewool
I'd like to reiterate: how many of you guys actually own a credit card with an RFID chip?
The Costco CitiCard Visa that replaced the Costco Amex. I only use it at Costco locations.
In the past: the Chase Mastercard before they went Visa only. And I think some older Chase freedom VISA versions had RFID.
Never used the RFID option.
I'd like to reiterate: how many of you guys actually own a credit card with an RFID chip?
The Costco CitiCard Visa that replaced the Costco Amex. I only use it at Costco locations.
In the past: the Chase Mastercard before they went Visa only. And I think some older Chase freedom VISA versions had RFID.
Never used the RFID option.
RFID Description
http://blog.privatewifi.com/what-is-rfid-and-is-it-safe/
RFID Symbol on Credit Card
![[Linked Image]](https://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums/attachments/usergals/2019/05/full-79675-32390-rfid_credit_card.jpg "[Linked Image]")
I don't have any CC with RFID.
When in Stores, I put my wallet in my front pocket / I would not let anyone get close enough to scan card.
http://blog.privatewifi.com/what-is-rfid-and-is-it-safe/
RFID Symbol on Credit Card
I don't have any CC with RFID.
When in Stores, I put my wallet in my front pocket / I would not let anyone get close enough to scan card.
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I don't use them … chips on mine
Originally Posted by Mr Nice
What RF wallet do you use to protect against credit card fraud and identify theft ?
With my bank, I simply requested a card that was NOT RFID enabled. You probably just have to ask for one.
"'Crowdhacking' Steals Credit Cards Feet Away" - https://bit.ly/2E0oYtZ
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What RF wallet do you use to protect against credit card fraud and identify theft ?
With my bank, I simply requested a card that was NOT RFID enabled. You probably just have to ask for one.
"'Crowdhacking' Steals Credit Cards Feet Away" - https://bit.ly/2E0oYtZ
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Originally Posted by gathermewool
I'd like to reiterate: how many of you guys actually own a credit card with an RFID chip?
Three of my cards have a chip.
I'd like to reiterate: how many of you guys actually own a credit card with an RFID chip?
Three of my cards have a chip.
Originally Posted by JohnnyJohnson
Originally Posted by gathermewool
I'd like to reiterate: how many of you guys actually own a credit card with an RFID chip?
Three of my cards have a chip.
Not the ones with the chip like this, which you insert ? These are EMV cards and do not transmit at all
![[Linked Image]](https://s.abcnews.com/images/Business/GTY_credit_card_kab_150903_12x5_992.jpg "[Linked Image]")
![[Linked Image]](https://www.purduefed.com/images/pages/0314-114388913_Comp_Credit_Stage1.jpg "[Linked Image]")
If you do have one that looks like that then it is not broadcasting.
These cards broadcast to anyone or anything, the ones that look like below. These are RFID cards
![[Linked Image]](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0163/3724/files/distil-union-rfid-vs-emv-card_b11e816a-371d-42cd-874a-c2db85e70f34.jpg "[Linked Image]")
https://www.mybanktracker.com/news/chip-cards-safe-from-wireless-thieves
Originally Posted by gathermewool
I'd like to reiterate: how many of you guys actually own a credit card with an RFID chip?
Three of my cards have a chip.
Not the ones with the chip like this, which you insert ? These are EMV cards and do not transmit at all
If you do have one that looks like that then it is not broadcasting.
These cards broadcast to anyone or anything, the ones that look like below. These are RFID cards
https://www.mybanktracker.com/news/chip-cards-safe-from-wireless-thieves
I have been using one of these for the past 2 years and it has held up great and is quite small compared to other wallets designed to carry in front pocket.
I do have RFID cards (Costco). Place the card on their screen and it pays no swiping or inserting. Put it in the wallet and it does not work so it seems to block it.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Hammer-Anv...Wallet-/173847983671?hash=item287a25b637
I do have RFID cards (Costco). Place the card on their screen and it pays no swiping or inserting. Put it in the wallet and it does not work so it seems to block it.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Hammer-Anv...Wallet-/173847983671?hash=item287a25b637
I've found that having 3-4 of them in my wallet stops them scanning.
When I had just one, I could tap my wallet on the reader, and it would work.
When I had two, I could flip my wallet, and use either
When three came up, it stopped working for all of them.
But if I'm somewhere foreign, I keep wallet and passport in a safe, and carry one of these...
not that one. a $10 ebay one...checked it and it won't scan
When I had just one, I could tap my wallet on the reader, and it would work.
When I had two, I could flip my wallet, and use either
When three came up, it stopped working for all of them.
But if I'm somewhere foreign, I keep wallet and passport in a safe, and carry one of these...
not that one. a $10 ebay one...checked it and it won't scan
gathermewool
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Originally Posted by talest
Originally Posted by JohnnyJohnson
Originally Posted by gathermewool
I'd like to reiterate: how many of you guys actually own a credit card with an RFID chip?
Three of my cards have a chip.
Not the ones with the chip like this, which you insert ? These are EMV cards and do not transmit at all
If you do have one that looks like that then it is not broadcasting.
These cards broadcast to anyone or anything, the ones that look like below. These are RFID cards
https://www.mybanktracker.com/news/chip-cards-safe-from-wireless-thieves
I honestly don't understand the purpose of the RFID-chipped cards. EMV works perfectly fine and takes literally three more seconds per transaction...
I'll never own an RFID-chipped card, if I can help it.
This mean i'll be able to keep my 14 year-old wallet for many more years to come!
Originally Posted by JohnnyJohnson
Originally Posted by gathermewool
I'd like to reiterate: how many of you guys actually own a credit card with an RFID chip?
Three of my cards have a chip.
Not the ones with the chip like this, which you insert ? These are EMV cards and do not transmit at all
If you do have one that looks like that then it is not broadcasting.
These cards broadcast to anyone or anything, the ones that look like below. These are RFID cards
https://www.mybanktracker.com/news/chip-cards-safe-from-wireless-thieves
I honestly don't understand the purpose of the RFID-chipped cards. EMV works perfectly fine and takes literally three more seconds per transaction...
I'll never own an RFID-chipped card, if I can help it.
This mean i'll be able to keep my 14 year-old wallet for many more years to come!
Originally Posted by Astro14
This one:
https://saddlebackleather.com/wallet
They make great stuff. Not cheap. But after a couple of years, the wallet looks even better than new. You won't be disappointed.
out of stock in "tobacco" color.
This one:
https://saddlebackleather.com/wallet
They make great stuff. Not cheap. But after a couple of years, the wallet looks even better than new. You won't be disappointed.
out of stock in "tobacco" color.
Originally Posted by PimTac
I thought the RFID cards were being phased out in favor of the chipped cards?
I can't say for the States, but here, we've had both for an extended period. You can "tap" for more trivial amounts and the chip is required for larger purchases. Some stores, particularly those that sell very low markup, very cheap items (i.e. lottery kiosks) may not take "tap" transactions since the service charge will exceed their markup on the product. I agree with gathermewool's point. I've never bothered with tapping. It doesn't take long to use the chip properly. However, people are lazy, and this is one way to send your significant other or a friend or your kid to the store for something small without divulging your pin. I'm sure it's worthwhile to some, but I don't need it.
I thought the RFID cards were being phased out in favor of the chipped cards?
I can't say for the States, but here, we've had both for an extended period. You can "tap" for more trivial amounts and the chip is required for larger purchases. Some stores, particularly those that sell very low markup, very cheap items (i.e. lottery kiosks) may not take "tap" transactions since the service charge will exceed their markup on the product. I agree with gathermewool's point. I've never bothered with tapping. It doesn't take long to use the chip properly. However, people are lazy, and this is one way to send your significant other or a friend or your kid to the store for something small without divulging your pin. I'm sure it's worthwhile to some, but I don't need it.
I bought one of these cheapies recently, to replace a 20yr old wallet that finally gave up the ghost. It's on the large size, and there is nothing Swiss about it, but fits my front pockets well. No RFID credit cards here, but my "enhanced" NY driver's license is RFID enabled for some reason. The DMV gives you a little foil sleeve with each renewal.
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