Originally Posted by Global Adventurer

Have you thought about the "Hybrid" version? Aluminum casing, corners, etc and poly body. I have a cabin small aluminum original and I only bought it for carry -on. Don't plan on getting any scratches or dents in it. The only one I have my eyes on is the Hybrid, because I think it reduce the scratches and the corners and frame will should absorb any major hits. Not sure because I've never used one. But in my opinion, all poly or all aluminum wouldn't work for me in constant usuage. I think the poly would crack/bend, and the aluminum look like a tank hit it after many trips. Good luck. Oh, this summer I plan on buying a Pelican original carryon model. That thing will take a licking and its waterproof. That will be my primary luggage for international travel to places that are known to damage luggage.