I bought this luggage set recently and fell in love with is stability.I can't wait to use it for one my next trip. Samsonite is my go to brand for all travel needs.
I own all 3 pieces in the set and love the looks, but would not recommend getting it in black or without a luggage cover. It is lightweight, and it does function well, but if you dare use this thing without a luggage cover you are in for a RUDE awakening. Ever since the first use without a cover, I have since only used covers, but even when I remove the cover and have the luggage uncovered in hotel rooms, I still manage to get scratches on them from opening it up on hotel room floors, etc. It isn't a big deal after living with the full set for over a year, but the first time it happened, I was NOT a happy camper.
My recommendation: Avoid the black, and get a cover incase. It's a good looking piece of luggage!