I purchased these in a SLC store and the tag on the shelf said $ 3.99. When I checked out they rang up at $ 4.99 and some $ .50 discount. By my math that is still $ .50 too much each. 12 x $ .50 = $ 6.00. I would have gone back and disputed this but the store was closing and I was giving out the binders the next morning in a class I was having. Otherwise the binders are good quality and did the job but not quite as cheaply as advertised.
I've been purchasing these binders for product information that is mailed to Clients throughout the US. Recently the product was replaced with a "Staples" brand. It's slightly larger and is extremely difficult to fit into the USPS Priority Mail Tyvek mail envelope I've been using all along. Such a hassle. I will be looking for a new source as this product is a real problem with standard USPS mailer.
What can I say about this binder? The binder is just awesome and it fit the needs of my child for the school year. This binder stands the test of time and the brand will last all year after all the paper is crammed in it. Towards the end of the school year the plastic will be torn and the rings bent out of shape. But it will have done its purpose. For the price it definitely fits the quality and it makes for one happy mom! Thank you staples for making quality products that make it through the school year!
The three rings are durable. Easy enough for my kids to use in school but haven't broken yet and I've purchased many of these. The rings stay in alignment and the covers don't bend. The clear plastic outer cover does start to rip at the corners over time but I think all of them do that.