Originally Posted by
spaceman
Rimowa maybe pricey but when you are shopping online the measurements are true - they include the wheels, handles, etc. I have had B&R for years but the handle on the outside of the bag cost you on the sizer and you lose the outside space. Now to add the benefit of the USD being so powerful lately Rimowa becomes more affordable if you can get it in Europe.
This is a good consideration. Rimowa IATA models very comfortably fit even stingy sizers. Also, Rimowa bags are lighter than B&R, in case you get someone in Europe who wants to weigh.