This is a fine case except for the clear plastic that covers the keypad. This plastic cover is sandwiched in between the keypad and the earpiece flip cover and prevents the 8500 phone from closing as it was designed. With the phone closed in the case, the flip portion rests on top of the plastic and not flush to the body. Not only does this look like the phone is in the wrong case, but the resulting gap between the flip earpiece and the base could cause the phone to catch onto something, separating the flip cover from the base. Ouch!If you're looking for an excellent holster for the 8500 to wear on a belt, go for the plastic clip holster also sold by Amazon. That's a five star case. I traded my leather in for the plastic, never had the phone fall out, and never had a problem inserting or removing. A much better holster for belt wear. The leather is better for purse use.