Ppcd From Romania, joined Nov 2007, 41 posts, RR: 0 Posted (4 years 10 months 5 days 5 hours ago) and read 10022 times:
Did a search before but nothing relevant came up so I've decided to start a new topic.
What's your favorite luggage brand ?
I'm currently looking to replace some of my travel gear and I thought to choose Samsonite. I don't have any experience with this company but its definitely very popular among travelers worldwide.
I think I'll buy a 28" Samsonite Solana Expandable Spinner Suitcase + a Samsonite Solana Shoulder Bag all for 320 EUR (it's the best price I could find in Europe since no US website ships to my location). I saw them live and they are look well built.
AA7295 From Australia, joined Aug 2007, 533 posts, RR: 0 Reply 4, posted (4 years 10 months 4 days 4 hours ago) and read 9981 times:
I've used both Samsonite and Antler, however I prefer Samsonite as I feel they are more withstanding to bumps and damage. I think they are also lighter too. Plus their designs are kick-ass!
DeltAirlines From United States of America, joined May 1999, 8771 posts, RR: 13 Reply 5, posted (4 years 10 months 3 days 23 hours ago) and read 9974 times:
My Samsonite rollaboard takes a ton of abuse. Never had any problems with it in the hundreds of thousands of miles I've travelled with it.
Tumi for a briefcase though. Absolutely great bags.
NG1Fan From Australia, joined Aug 2007, 446 posts, RR: 0 Reply 6, posted (4 years 10 months 3 days 21 hours ago) and read 9961 times:
It would have to be Louis Vuitton.
Wife and I over the years got a whole set and it is remarkably durable. My roll-a-board is now 14 years old, and apart from replacing handle, zipper (free of charge) and wheel bearings, it is as functional as ever. Same with the regular suitcase, which was a gift I received in 1996.
The only negative is the large wheely suitcase I have (about eight years old). There are lots of bits rattling around it, courtesy of me overpacking it repeatedly. And the canvas has also stretched over the years. Some cuts make it look battle hardened. I took it in to get repaired, but they said it was beyond repair (and that was some four years ago).
THese bag/cases between them probably have covered over a million miles in the last 12 years and been subjected to the worst baggage handlers and their conveyor belts mete out, and apart from the mentioned cuts, have come out remarkably intact. But at close to EUR2000 for the larger items, you'd want to travel a few miles to amortise.
I used to have some hard-shell Samsonite suitcases with wheels. But unfortunately, they are not as sturdy as they look, and they scratch easily. They are at their best when they are full, but half-full, all your stuff slides around. And it shatters easily, so hence the switch to soft cases.
My computer bag was a Samsonite until it finally broke last year and I had to replace it in a hurry with some local HK product.
OHLHD From Finland, joined Dec 2004, 3962 posts, RR: 27 Reply 7, posted (4 years 10 months 3 days 19 hours ago) and read 9956 times:
I have one Trekking backpack from McKinley age 18 years which still serves me perfect ( 35l Vol.) and one 60l McKinley backpack when I am on longer routes or journeys.
Lately I have bought a Delsey trolley ( cabinsize) for my duty travels.
Jgarrido From Guam, joined Mar 2007, 335 posts, RR: 0 Reply 9, posted (4 years 10 months 2 days 15 hours ago) and read 9893 times:
I bought a Samsonite "spinner" bag a couple year ago. With over 50k air miles so far it's held up quite well. Before that I had a couple bags different cheap bags picked up from the nearest ____mart (kmart, wamart, etc). From the first trip you could see them start to fall apart and it was just downhill from there. My Samsonite has probably done about 15 legs and the only damage are a few scuffs here and there. The four rotating wheels really are nice feature too.
Qantasistheway From Australia, joined May 2008, 305 posts, RR: 2 Reply 10, posted (4 years 10 months 2 days 13 hours ago) and read 9881 times:
I can't believe nobody has mentioned Tumi! They are really great, they are the business travellers best friend, and their expandable bags are amazing! The warantee is great amd you can send in your defect bag and they will replace or repair free of charge! None of this Samsonite or Antler, which I have had both of, nothing rolls as smooth and is a sturdy and good looking as a Tumi, except maybe an LV bag. Get a Tumi in the US and you'l be greateful.
Ppcd From Romania, joined Nov 2007, 41 posts, RR: 0 Reply 11, posted (4 years 10 months 2 days 12 hours ago) and read 9878 times:
Yeah, I've noticed Tumi they make some great stuff but pretty pricey compared with most of the competition and I haven't seen them available to be sold online outside the US.
Also, a buddy of mine who is a seaman bought from USA a set of Briggs and Riley that are well built and look like new even after 3 years.
Ppcd From Romania, joined Nov 2007, 41 posts, RR: 0 Reply 13, posted (4 years 10 months 14 hours ago) and read 9812 times:
Well after all, I decided to make a purchase. I bought these two bags from Lufthansa's web shop.
Lufthansa Holiday Collection Jumbo Trolley Case
Dimensions (W x H x D): 45 x 74 x 27 cm
Weight: 4.2 kg
The dimensions and size are ok.
Lufthansa Holiday Collection Jumbo Trolley Case
Lufthansa Holiday Collection Travel Bag
Dimensions (W x H x D): 45 x 30 x 27 cm
Weight: 1.2 kg
Lufthansa Holiday Collection Travel Bag
Paid for them just 108 EUR and I've decided to give these bags a try until I spare some money for some Briggs and Riley my favorite luggage brand. (or Tumi).
However, as a carry on I've opted for this one from Offermann , a german company.
ZKEOJ From New Zealand, joined Feb 2005, 924 posts, RR: 7 Reply 14, posted (4 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 20 hours ago) and read 9767 times:
If you travel a lot and want something "unkaputtbar", RIMOWA is the luggage to go for (www.rimowa.com). On almost every trip my luggage (be it bags or suitcases, hard or soft cases) got damaged. I am travelling a lot, and got sick of it (despite the airlines repairing/replacing). With an upcoming 4-months business trip, 50 legs, quite a few countries, etc. I thought it was time to buy a durable piece of luggage. And the RIMOWA is the one. On my last trip to Iceland it did a great job, and I am actually really looking forward for it to be my "wardrobe and book case" for the next 4 months!
Elite From Hong Kong, joined Jun 2006, 2760 posts, RR: 10 Reply 15, posted (4 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 19 hours ago) and read 9766 times:
Samsonite. All of my bags used to be Samsonite, but recently they have become more and more expensive. Apparently they are trying to move into the high end of suitcase brands, and they weren't cheap to start out with, so I am considering alternatives (using some Columbia bags at the moment).
Ppcd From Romania, joined Nov 2007, 41 posts, RR: 0 Reply 16, posted (4 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 16 hours ago) and read 9754 times:
I've visited a RIMOWA store in MUC and love their cases but they look so fragile. I wouldn't check-in any of their bags. They scratch so easily even with your nails. But as carry-ons I think they are great.
ZKEOJ: Let me know if you buy a RIMOWA trolley and how it looks after a few trips. I saw some used ones on Germany eBay and they look like they've been used in a battle.
ZKEOJ From New Zealand, joined Feb 2005, 924 posts, RR: 7 Reply 17, posted (4 years 9 months 3 weeks 4 days ago) and read 9715 times:
Quoting Ppcd (Reply 16): I've visited a RIMOWA store in MUC and love their cases but they look so fragile. I wouldn't check-in any of their bags. They scratch so easily even with your nails. But as carry-ons I think they are great.
ZKEOJ: Let me know if you buy a RIMOWA trolley and how it looks after a few trips. I saw some used ones on Germany eBay and they look like they've been used in a battle.
I am not sure if/when I'll buy a carry-on, but I have already bought a trolley as a main luggage. Yes, it does scratch and dent (which is part of the charm). In fact, the patina is what "hard core" travellers like. Look at this: http://rimowa.de/main.php?country=UK&lang=EN&speed=high#every_case
I don't mind scratches and dents in a suitcase like that (and my Demsey was BADLY scratched after the first flight as well), but I appreciate the durability. They might LOOK fragile, but they are extremely strong and durable. There are many 20 year-old REMOWAS still "in service"...
I have only heard good things about them (except the price , and I will see how mine will survive the 4 months...
Garnetpalmetto From United States of America, joined Oct 2003, 5244 posts, RR: 55 Reply 20, posted (4 years 9 months 3 weeks 1 day 21 hours ago) and read 9662 times:
Quoting Ppcd (Reply 11):
Also, a buddy of mine who is a seaman bought from USA a set of Briggs and Riley that are well built and look like new even after 3 years.
Briggs & Riley - designed really well, they have an amazing warranty, and they're pretty rugged. I've got the following pieces:
Baseline Deluxe Wheeled Garment Bag
Baseline 22" Carry-On Superlight Upright
South Carolina - too small to be its own country, too big to be a mental asylum.
They are VERY heavy though. My Delsey weighs 7kg empty. With an allowance of 20kg in Y class on most flights (except Americas) it is almost half of the allowance... And that suitcase doesn't even have a lining - just a plastic shell...
Keesje From , joined Dec 1969, posts, RR: Reply 24, posted (4 years 9 months 3 weeks 13 hours ago) and read 9603 times:
I guess Samsonite aren't market leader for nothing.
Mine lasted very long. They ride well.
Not exclusive but functional & well styled.
Just got a new all in one for short trips.
25 Ppcd: I'm so happy , got my two other bags as well from Lufthansa. I love them, the nylon looks very solid and I'm sure it will resist in the upcoming trips
26 ThePinnacleKid: If you want a real crew bag... then the absolute best bag on the market... (its expensive for a reason, has amazing quality!) PURDY NEAT sometimes sho
27 AirPortugal310: I have a Travelpro Walkabout that has served me well for several years both as a carry-on and checked bags. Simple with a pretty strong handle.
28 MTSUATC: These are a baggage handlers nightmare, you can't stack anything on top of them because they always slide off. I would recommend a Hartmann. This com
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, and I will see how mine will survive the 4 months...
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