Originally Posted by
TheMadBrewer
I can't speak to other programs, but Delta does not give you "lifetime" status -- they give you "complimentary" status for the year. Could change at any time.
I hit 1MM 2 years ago and since have not dropped below DM status with DL so not entirely sure, but I have been told by DL and by at least one MM that no longer flies enough to have regular status that the "annual silver medallion status" is for life, not for the current awards cycle year.
As for the Hartmann bag, I don't use mine. It is heavier than my other roller bags and it's not especially spacious. It is a nice quality bag but it doesn't really fit my travel needs so my wife uses it.