Bought this binder in October and the rings lasted until December. Bought another one after Christmas break and the new one has lasted 3 weeks. The rings WILL separate and not hold papers in place - this item is NOT good for a high school student with lots of classes and papers and homework. I do NOT recommend this product.
I have a son who is extremely hard on just about everything. We went through probably 8 binders at least in just 1 school year one time. We got him this binder and it lasted him all school year which was unheard of! I HIGHLY recommend it!