Originally Posted by
timfountain
I see a fair number of banged up and dented Rimowa's on my travels. I like luggage to last. for me a dented and banged up suitcase looks like it is ready for replacement. I like my luggage to last, and for me that equates to not looking tired.... I never check luggage, so that eliminates the major damage point... That's all....
If the suitcase doesn't look banged up it's probably because the contents are taking the blows. Not a big deal if all you're carting around is clothing I suppose.