Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Koa Wood Phone Case?
A hand-crafted phone case with real curly Hawaiian Koa wood inlay, made-to-order in our small shop in Honolulu. The Koa is sealed under resin so it stays drop-tough and life-proof, and the design is laser-etched into the wood for a clean island-inspired look. Every case is one-of-a-kind — the grain never repeats.
Which phone models does it fit?
We started with the iPhone 4…we've been making them for a long time. We've got all iPhones and some Galaxy cases — you'll pick your exact model in the dropdown on the product page.
Is it drop protective?
Yes — drop tested and approved. The case wraps and protects all sides, with a raised lip around the camera and screen. The Koa inlay is sealed under a clear resin coating that keeps the wood grain visible while making it life-proof against water, sweat, and daily abuse. We're like drunken sailors around the shop — if we can't destroy it, you probably can't either.
Can I use wireless charging with it?
Yes — regular Qi wireless charging works through the case. Note these are NOT MagSafe cases (no embedded magnet ring), so MagSafe accessories won't snap on magnetically. If you want full MagSafe compatibility, check out our MagSafe line.
What's special about the Hawaiian Koa wood?
We use only the most rare and beautiful "curly" grained Koa from the Big Island of Hawaii — the tightest curl density is what makes the wood look like it's moving in the light. Pictures really can't do it justice. I waited 10 years for the current log of curly Koa. The wood is sustainably harvested from dead or dying trees on private land — no live-tree harvesting — and hand-finished in our shop in Honolulu.
Do you offer exchanges? Is it gift-ready?
Yes — our automated support portal makes the exchange easy and free. Please double check your model as it gets expensive to swap out with shipping.
