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Hard Shell Luggage

Travel is brutal on luggage, and often your belongings inside the luggage. Thankfully, advancements in hard shell luggage mean that you don’t have to deal with luggage that only lasts for a year or two, and doesn’t protect your things.

Hard shell luggage, often also called hard case luggage or hard sided luggage, is lightweight and durable, and overall, I find it to be a better luggage option for my traveling. We’ve highlighted a few top options below for your convenience.

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Hard Sided Luggage Options

Hard shell luggage is a molded case that is generally made from polypropylene, ABS and metals like aluminium. Box cases that are made from metal or wood are often covered with other materials like leather or fabric. Hard shell luggage usually comes with both combination and key locks. Hard shell luggage made from plastic is not only light in weight but also durable.

Hard side luggage has many elements that provide it strength, durability and appearance. It comes with four different types of edges such as turned, bound, welt and burnished that help in protecting the sides and also gives it an attractive appearance.

Handles are another important feature of the durability of the hard sided luggage. The mounted handle with metal bases is fitted on the frame by using prongs, rivets or screws, and is long lasting. Single hand push button handles are also offered by many companies. Shoulder and pull straps are used to provide support at the stress points of the luggage.

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Zippers like polyester coils, continuous molded and metal zippers are also provided by many manufacturers. Locks such as brass, die-cast, stamped metal and plastic are essential feature of hard case luggage that provides security to your valuable items.

Wheels are also attached to the hard shell luggage to provide better maneuverability especially when moving through tight spaces and crowded places. Rolling, or roller, luggage is obviously convenient for many types of business and personal trips.

The main benefit of hard shell luggage is its durability. It lasts longer than most of other types of luggage like soft or semi soft luggage. The frame made from polypropylene or other strong materials provides enough strength to endure the horrible conditions the hard side luggage faces during the travel and also protects your valuable essentials.

In addition, it is highly resistant to strains. While it may cost you a few extra dollars than other types of less durable luggage, it is often better to go for hard sided luggage if you travel often or travel for long distances.

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Luggage is not merely a functional necessity anymore but also looked at as a fashion statement. It is essential for carrying your personal belongings while traveling and also reflects on your style sense.

Hard side luggage comes in many different shapes and sizes, including carry on sizes, and kids luggage, as well as different colors and styles. All the hard case luggage options mean that you can find a luggage set to fulfill your functional needs, as well as meet the ‘look’ that fits your sense of style.

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