KJV Clarion Reference Bible, Black Calf Split Leather, KJ484:X Black Calf Split Leather

The Bible arrived with me well packaged and in perfect condition. I really like the size of this Clarion Bible; it feels just right. The split calfskin cover is elegant and yet tough-looking. The best part is the layout of the Clarion, in paragraph format, making it highly readable. The readers’ companion at the back of the Bible is handy but unobtrusive. And of course, the majestic English of the KJV makes it a joy to read. Well worth the money.

ESV Clarion Reference Edition Black Calf Split Leather ES483:XMy reason for purchasing this edition of the English Standard Version of the Bible is that it is one of only a very few single-column editions. It has long irked me that the poetic books in particular have lost their proper layout thanks to an insistence on two-column printing by most publishers. The ESV is my preferred modern translation: having tried most of the others now, I keep coming back to it.I bought this particular binding after viewing various online video reviews, coming to the conclusion that the extra cost of the two other ones was too great a differential. It is the same binding as my BCP/KJV Heritage Edition – another deciding factor. The printing is generally excellent and clear. Others have commented on show-through from the reverse of the page and so on, but frankly, one will get that with any book printed on 'Bible paper', and this is 25gsm. The pages are carefully line-matched to minimise this. There has also been mention made of the edges of the pages curling. Mine did do this a little the first time I used it, but not since – I cured the problem by turning the page over and smoothing it. What it does do well is stay open even at the extremes of Genesis and Revelation despite being very new. There are plentiful cross-references, as the description implies and a concordance and maps (with index) at the back.There are really only three improvements I can think of: more ribbon markers (two simply isn't enough), inclusion (or at least the option) of the Apocrypha, and Anglicised text (if Collins and OUP can manage it, why not Cambridge?).

Nice handy sized item. Big print, with well placed cross references. Was not cheap but due to the quality, it should prove cost effective in the long run. If you are considering purchasing this ESV, google 'Clarion Reference' first, especially images. This was a great help in choosing this item.

Really nice pages, the pages look fresh because there's no margin, and the words go all the way across! It's really uncluttered and spacious!My daughter likes the concordance and the maps etc. Its a nice weight, not too heavy - just right!

My preferred single use Bible.

Okay for price.

the Rolls Royce of Bibles- you wont be disappointed worth every penny

Returned for different binding . (seversion) see review for black goatskin for opinion. The ESV is a great version.