This DLO case is a great horizontal case. The hole at the bottom of the case makes it very easy to push out the iphone so that you can grab it well, without it slipping out of your hand. Not much of the iPhone is uncovered while in the case, except for the corners and a little bit of the side of the iPhone (because there is a hole at the bottom of the case). However, as long as you put the iPhone screen side towards you, the back of the iphone will not get scratched at the exposed parts. The leather lasts a while, and so does the velcro strap. It is very comfortable to wear as well, which is probably the most important aspect about using a case.