Buying Rimowa Topaz — carry-on size concerns
May 13, 2014, 7:25 am
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Buying Rimowa Topaz — carry-on size concerns
I am about to purchase a set of Rimowa topaz titanium. The carry on size is perfect for the new size rules in length and depth, but will be 3.75 inches too wide. Will this be stopped at the gate? 22x17.75x9.8. The IATA model is even too wide by 1.5 inches.
May 13, 2014, 8:53 am
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You might not even make it as far as the gate. At some airports, some carriers have "sizer" boxes before you even pass through security. If your carry-on does not fit in the sizer box, you must go back to the ticket counter and check it.
Also, maximum carry-on size can vary somewhat from airline to airline.
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You might not even make it as far as the gate. At some airports, some carriers have "sizer" boxes before you even pass through security. If your carry-on does not fit in the sizer box, you must go back to the ticket counter and check it.
Also, maximum carry-on size can vary somewhat from airline to airline.
May 13, 2014, 9:35 am
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May 13, 2014, 2:53 pm
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Welcome to FT.
I have an IATA sized spinner in the Salsa Air range and a 56 "cabin" spinner in Limbo, which I suspect is the same size as the Topaz case you are considering. I agree the 56 will probably cause issues if you try to use it as carry on. I have yet to find a sizer that it will fit - the depth measurement is the problem - it's not even close. Even if you could get it past check in and security, I think it might be a challenge getting it into the overhead bins of some aircraft, too. i use mine for check-in only.
I travel frequently internationally with the IATA cabin spinner as my main carry on and so far I've had zero problems with it.
I have an IATA sized spinner in the Salsa Air range and a 56 "cabin" spinner in Limbo, which I suspect is the same size as the Topaz case you are considering. I agree the 56 will probably cause issues if you try to use it as carry on. I have yet to find a sizer that it will fit - the depth measurement is the problem - it's not even close. Even if you could get it past check in and security, I think it might be a challenge getting it into the overhead bins of some aircraft, too. i use mine for check-in only.
I travel frequently internationally with the IATA cabin spinner as my main carry on and so far I've had zero problems with it.
May 17, 2014, 12:45 am
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Hi Rosieandbeauty -
Welcome to the club !
Congratulations. The Rimowa Topas case in Titanium is about as classy as it comes.
Many of the FT members fly using Rimowa Topas luggage.
I have not had problems, but as mentioned above, it is a moving target with some air carriers. The term " new size rules in length and depth " previously was the IATA standard, and today is no longer a universal constant. Weight limits are also a consideration today with some carriers more strict than others.
A few bits of information would be helpful:
1. What is the exact Rimowa Topas model number, or numbers you are considering ?
2. Which airlines do think you will be flying with ?
3. Commuter, Domestic, or international flights ?
Looking forward to your reply.
Cheers,
Welcome to the club !
Congratulations. The Rimowa Topas case in Titanium is about as classy as it comes.
Many of the FT members fly using Rimowa Topas luggage.
I have not had problems, but as mentioned above, it is a moving target with some air carriers. The term " new size rules in length and depth " previously was the IATA standard, and today is no longer a universal constant. Weight limits are also a consideration today with some carriers more strict than others.
A few bits of information would be helpful:
1. What is the exact Rimowa Topas model number, or numbers you are considering ?
2. Which airlines do think you will be flying with ?
3. Commuter, Domestic, or international flights ?
Looking forward to your reply.
Cheers,
Dec 28, 2019, 6:09 pm
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I know this is An old thread. But I just purchased the Rimowa cabin plus in aluminum stealth. I currently use the TUMI continental which is a perfect size but wanted to switch it up. My concern isn’t that 22in as much since the TUMI is the same. My concern is the width. It’s 17.8 vs 16 ( TUMI ). I normally fly in F and I’m a DM on delta. I normally fly the a319,320,321 757-767-a330. My concern will it fit, and will I be stopped by the GA often. It’s getting delivered this week. I’m debating on returning it for the regular cabin size.