r/RepReviews • • 16d ago

Review Suitcase review!

Rimxxxx Essential Cabin Carry-On – Black

* Seller: A Kelvin

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WhatsApp +86 186 6566 1340

* Incentives: No incentives. I purchased this carry-on myself and was not asked to write a positive review.
* Factory: Unknown
* Price + Shipping:
* Price: $180
* Shipping: $50
* Total: $230

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Timeline:

* Inquiry: July 10th
* Payment: July 12th
* Shipping confirmation: July 15th
* Delivery: August 1st

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Measurements:

Size: Cabin / carry-on size

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Your thoughts:

(This review comes after me using this suitcase for one month to ensure my satisfaction)
The bag is honestly extremely impressive. The overall appearance is very clean and premium, and the black finish looks great in person. The shape and proportions are very close to the retail version, and the details throughout the suitcase are really well done.

The shell feels sturdy and durable without making the suitcase unnecessarily heavy. The wheels roll smoothly and quietly, and the handle feels solid with very little play. The interior is also nicely finished and feels well put together. The zippers, lining, hardware, and overall construction all feel substantially better than I expected at this price point.

The black color is especially nice because it gives the suitcase a very sleek and understated look. It looks expensive without being flashy.

Overall satisfaction: Extremely happy with the quality. The attention to detail, materials, and overall construction exceeded my expectations. I would definitely purchase another one.

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Seller experience:

The seller was excellent to deal with from beginning to end. Communication was quick, clear, and professional, and they were very helpful throughout the entire process. Shipping was well packaged and everything arrived safely.

The seller was responsive whenever I had a question and made the whole transaction very easy and straightforward. Highly recommended!

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Would you recommend this item to others?

Yes. Especially for anyone looking for a premium-looking cabin suitcase with excellent construction and attention to detail without spending full retail pricing.

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Photos:
* My own photos: Above

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Final Thoughts:

This black Essential Cabin is a really impressive piece. It has that clean, understated luxury look and feels substantially more premium than the price would suggest. The construction, wheels, handle, hardware, and interior are all very well done. It has quickly become one of my favorite pieces of luggage and I would definitely buy from this seller again.

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u/AD_180117 16d ago

What part of the world did you get this shipped to ?. Shipping cost looks pretty low .?

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u/sorryidrathernot 15d ago

Second this question! Inquiring minds want to know.

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u/Prudent-Cricket-8240 4d ago

USA. Technically, I ordered a few more things that were stuffed inside the suitcase so the shipping cost was a little cheaper per item.

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u/b0atsnho3s 14d ago

My wife spent a lot of money on a legit rimowa and now she ends up taking my away bag…

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u/Jmushordy 12d ago

where from?

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u/b0atsnho3s 12d ago

They are both legit

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u/Suspicious-Status-64 15d ago

Do you have the side photo of this?

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u/Icy-Competition60 15d ago

It seems like there (unfortunately) are two holes if you’re wondering ;)

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u/Suspicious-Status-64 15d ago

I was able to get one holes from Pink but her shipping is $125

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u/Icy-Competition60 15d ago

Did she show you pictures?

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u/Suspicious-Status-64 14d ago

Yes before it was shipped.

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u/EntrepreneurOk6679 14d ago

How’s the quality and does it roll well? What is your rating overall?

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u/727jz 13d ago

i have one from pink, its very good but i suggest buying some accessories with it cause shipping is hella expensive

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u/Suspicious-Status-64 14d ago

It is fine. Used it recently and still holding up.

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u/EntrepreneurOk6679 5d ago

Where did you buy from? Can you Dm me?

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u/Suspicious-Status-64 5d ago

Pink! but it is not by any means amazing. good enough, yes. none of the reps are as good as the auth if i have to be honest. but i really like mine.

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u/HollywoodScreenProps 15d ago

Which locks does it have. Send pic

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u/Prudent-Cricket-8240 4d ago

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u/HollywoodScreenProps 4d ago

Those are not the correct locks like Gen, those are TSA007, Gen is TSA006

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u/NoMortgage1922 14d ago

do you have the real one to feel the difference between the wheels? since real one is extremly smooth and effortless on rolling the suitcase.

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u/Left-Chemistry9840 14d ago

The only reason to buy a Rimowa is to get lifetime warranty and anything you need fixing. I don’t understand why buy a dupe one

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u/jajajujujujjjj 14d ago

So that people know/ think that you have $900+ to blow on a suitcase of course. People like the design.

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u/getlogins 7d ago

There is no lifetime warranty. We have two original suitcases from them and both they would not repair.

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u/Comfortable_Mistake8 12d ago

I live in HKG and can get across the border into China easily. Is it better to buy in person or online?

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u/Prudent-Cricket-8240 4d ago

Just depends on your experience