Customer Reviews for Samsonite - Freeform 24" Spinner - Sage green
Customer Rating
1
awkward at best
on November 2, 2018
Posted by: disappointed traveler
from Washington, DC
I bought this bag for a multi-stop trip. I couldn't prop open the top while packing. I didn't think much of it at the time. When I picked up my bag, I was surprised at the large number of scrapes on it. This bag is not a true 3D rectangle. Rather, it has eight sides. This makes balancing to pack or unpack very difficult. I suspect this also made it more vulnerable to scratches. The person with whom I was traveling had a traditional hard, four wheeled Samsonite. That one had fewer scratches after > 20 trips than mine did after one. I am so disappointed in this purchase. I thought I could count on Samsonite. I was wrong.
Pros: Lightweight
Cons: Poor Quality, difficult to balance, Difficult to Pack
I bought this for a two week trip through Europe that included wheeling this through airports, train stations, and trains. I easily handled two weeks of clothes without the need to expand. I am a fairly old guy, but I could pull this plus my partner's, heavier bag. It's tough, good looking, and easy to move. You can't ask for more. Its built in combination lock was a lot more convenient than my partner's padlock. My only regret is that I didn't buy this sooner.
Pros: Easy To Access Items, Easy To Carry, Easy To Identify, Good Capacity, High Quality, Lightweight, Stylish
Many airlines in other countries permit 20-23Kg checked in bag. Sometimes, we walked for long distance with our suitcases. There's not much space inside European train although we're in the first class. We have to put our larger size Samsonite suitcases away from us in the hallway. We need lighter and smaller checked-in suitcases. I bought 2 of 24" Samsonite spinners, for my husband and me. We bought hardshell most of the time because it's easier to clean. This new Samsonite is very easy / smoother / lighter to move around. Our older ones are heavier although they are 4 wheels that supposedly to slide on your side, not pull. The slot for our information is very nice. I love the fact that the lock is planted in the suitcase so I do not have to put our own lock on it. But, the lock is not very easy to slide; I have to use my fingernail to change the numbers and yet it's not easy to turn. I hope Samsonite change the lock system to more smooth one. I hope the time will make the key easier to slide. I put a dog tag on each suitcase with engraved (our) information so we can spot our suitcases from distance. With this new look, we now have tidier, better look of suitcase!
This bag scratches very easily. I would not recommend it if you will be checking your bag as mine got scratches all over and looked like it has been used for so many times just after 1 use.
I went with the plum color, which looks stylish but didn't hide scuff marks very well. The scuffing was evident immediately, but the luggage helped protect and safely deliver six bottles of wine. I noticed that the handle felt a bit weak once the weight was added on (up to 47 lbs), but I manged well enough.
Pros: 8 Wheels, Easy To Identify, Good Capacity, Stylish
Lightweight, good rolling action. 4 stars for now...
on April 8, 2018
Posted by: J
from NYC
Verified Purchase:Yes
Great so far. 4 stars for now and could be bumped up to 5 if durability is good. As a frequent business traveller, durability is very important. The plastic clasp on the elastic belts in the open side are cheaper than those on my smaller Samsonite case. Hoping it doesn't break.
Pros: Good Capacity, Good Zipper Action, High Quality, Lightweight, Stylish