Boy, I wish I had been able to read your post before ordering. I got the 3-finger burgundy case for $20. You really do get what you pay for. Quality is crappy, and as you say, it smells. The outside smells like recently tanned leather, which is OK, but the inside smells a different kind of funky. Since I only got one, it isn't worth the postage and hassle to return it; otherwise, I would. Instead, I'm going to try letting it air out and lining it with Spanish cedar strips to see if it can be salvaged. Otherwise, i'll just chalk it up to experience.