I love it. Here's why!
This is the perfect tool (and gift!) for anyone who wishes they could bring a pen and paper with them wherever they go, but don't want to juggle a notepad and pencils. My Rollgut has gone with me to ballroom dance competitions, camping trips and nature walks, coffee shops, road trip hotels...you name it.
For full disclosure: I followed the original Kickstarter, and 4 years later I had the rare chance to buy one of the few available (long before this Etsy shop opened). The owner did NOT ask me to write a review, did NOT give me a discount (alas), and they don't know I am writing this review. I'm writing this because I think it's a truly amazing product and I'm super excited to see this passion project finally come to life on Etsy!
I purchased 2x Rollguts in 2021, and couldn't be happier with them two years later (Dec '23). They are as well-made and sturdy as they look. It's not a product you have to keep replacing time and again.
I generally carry around 10-15 sheets of 120gsm A5 paper at any given time. It fits in my pocket easily, and I've never had problems getting it into a full backpack or messenger bag. Often I can just lay it on top of everything else and close the satchel. It would not take up much space at all in a purse, either.
It fits my favorite pens, and there's room for erasers and paperclips even when carrying two pencils.
Opening and closing the Rollgut is an experience you must have for yourself: it's delightful. It's become something of a ritual for me and helps me ground myself in the moment. It's easy to work the release button to feed and remove paper.
Keep in mind that this wraps the paper around the core - so kindly remember that the laws of physics do still apply, and the paper will curl a bit. Especially if you leave the pages in there for a while. ;)
I can't recommend it highly enough. It's one-of-a-kind and worth every penny.