[list=1][*]Protection[*]Open screen and keypad[*]Use with or without a belt[*]Slim - close to hip, does not protrude[*]Concerned about moving the phone from and to a holster and possibly fumbling so I'd like a case that I don't have to remove the phone from. Or, if I do remove it, the phone will still be protected.[*]Looks good.[/list=1]

I thinka Nutshell with a skin case would work. But I am also looking at flip lid cases with belt clips. Some of the sideways holster cases look good too.

Again, I am very interested in your research since you're doing exactly what I am looking for. Thanks, and keep up the good work!