For some of my Christmas presents, I received a new Ortleib map case, which I needed as my old one split and also a laminated OS map for an area I visit often.
If I go to a place I don't visit that often, I am happy to settle for the cheaper map in a case but it seems to make sense to get laminated for frequently visited areas, so they do not wear out so quickly. However, to be honest, I cannot decide which I actually prefer in the field. A laminated map will not fold up easily to keep the area you are walking visible, so you have to keep opening it up. A paper map is easily folded in a case to show the part you want, especially if you remove the cardboard folder, though if you have to refold it, this can be a pain in wind or rain.
What do others think about this?