Maxpedition Volta

Ever need a neat, organized, and weatherproof way to carry spare batteries for all your electro gadgets? I was in the market for something like this. So I was browsing the web and came across the Maxpedition Volta. Here is the generic product description.

Product Description
Main Compartment: 4.5" x 3" x 0.75" with hook & loop closure: Nylon case made from 1000-Denier coated nylon fabric; Integral drainage grommet on bottom; Fits small camera iPod iPhone and most other cellphones; Fits 5 rounds of 12 gauge shotgun shells. INCLUDES high quality BATUCA battery insert. Exclusive clear & smoke combo color for enhanced visual identification;Slides apart into 2 small individual versatile sections; Holds up to eight (8) CR123 AA AAA batteries; also fits memory cards.

So upon getting mine out of the box I was immediately pleased with the overall quality of the Volta. The stitching is very well done and all edges are nicely bound. The batuca case is very cool, it is after all just a plastic snap closure case but when combined with the nylon pouch it makes an awesome system for hauling spare batteries. Each plastic case holds four batteries, and there is one clear case and one smoke gray case which I really like. The cases have plastic pieces molded in that make each battery fit snugly. Except the AAA they rattle inside the case which could be an issue if your intended use for this product requires high levels of noise discipline. The cr 123 fit tightly in the case and do not rattle, neither do the AA. Something else I like is that even with the case in the pouch you still have room for more stuff!

I would like to see Maxpedtion come up with a means of attaching this pouch that doesn't require another purchase. That would have made this product even better. I also dont like to rely on hook and loop fasteners as the soul means of securing equipment. A buckle or snap would have been nice. Another issue I have with this and all Maxpedition products is that it isn't made in the USA. Buuuutt it was designed here or so it says on the tag. This pouch is made in Taiwan. It is funny that they even put "American design" like that makes a difference. That being said, I believe this to be a quality product regardless of its point of origin, and I will more than likely purchase more Maxpedition gear.

Be on the lookout for a follow up review on this item.
Thanks for stopping by!!
-Jacob