Is RIMOWA easily scratched?

I've heard of Rimowa luggage getting a bunch of dents and scratches just after a single flight from rough luggage handlers. This made me opt for the Cabin sizes where I could be the one who leaves those marks as part of my story instead. As for the three cabin sizes, I was initially inclined to the Cabin Plus.



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That attention to detail extends to the materials themselves, too. Rimowa crafts its luggage from tough-as-nails anodized aluminum and ding-resistant polycarbonate for extra durability.

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All you need are cotton pads. 70% is a purple alcohol and a damp microfiber cloth. Apply the alcohol to your cotton pad. then wipe the scratch away.

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A hardshell suitcase is typically better than a softside bag for protection (as long as your items are packed safely inside, too). However, all hardshell materials are prone to getting scuffed, scratched, or possibly cracked more so than with fabric suitcases.

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The Original Cabin S luggage is one of the most emblematic offerings of the Rimowa label, which specializes in handmade baggage. This inimitable cult piece is sturdy, waterproof, and lightweight: the three qualities behind its reputation.

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there is no such thing as bullet proof, only bullet resistant, but no, Rimowa suitcases are not bullet resistant, they can end up with holes in after being lobbed around either by the machines or the baggage chuckers at airports.

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The aluminum will scratch, ding and dent ? even more than the polycarbonate ? so it's important that you're ok with this. These photos show the suitcase when brand new, but don't expect it to stay like this for long.

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Travelpro Maxlite 5 Softside Carry-On It's no secret that Travelpro is one of the most recommended brands by flight attendants, and this Maxlite 5 softside carry-on is a great example of why.

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The main drawback is that hard-shell luggage can't be twisted to fit into a small space. Hard-shell suitcases also require a lot of room to store at home, making them less convenient in this sense.

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