Originally Posted by
Global Adventurer
Yes. The quality has decreased unfortunately, especially on the polycarbonate models. The aluminum models too. I have a aluminum model I only take a certain type of trips to keep it in pristine condition. If I want to travel and not worry about my luggage, I bring my Pelicans or Briggs & Riley 👍
Take care!
I probably should have got a Proteca (made in Japan). I got taken in with the Rimowa name though 😅