Originally Posted by
number_6
Is this different from the sale that Samsonite seems to perpetually have? I've only passed by their store 2 or 3 times and it always has a big sale going on (just like US liuggage stores, always "on sale"). Pricing seemed about the same as on the web in the US, but maybe newer models and of course a chance to try the bag. But some of the knockoff brands seem to be built to the same design using the same components (maybe built on the same assembly line, just a different logo), and those are often 1/3 the Samsonite price (but without the warranty). Quality does vary, but at least some of the knockoffs are as well made as the original (sometimes better made).
Both Samsonite and Rimova are having legitimate sales. In my experience Samsonite in HK doesn't have sales very often. Another avenue for buying good quality luggage is to visit Wing On Department Store on Des Voeux Road Central and go to their luggage department. They always have some excellent deals on luggage. I bought a 3pc. 'ANTLER' rolling bag set a few months ago for HK$840ish...down from about HK$1500ish.
As for knock off brands - the best i've seen is a copy of the Swiss Army brand...very high quality stuff (and not as cheap as you would expect being a knock-off)....