When Duifhuizen bags & travel asked me if I’d like to select a bag or backpack from their online store to review, I knew immediately which item I was interested in — a Samsonite suitcase.
Why Samsonite?
Having previously owned a Samsonite suitcase, I knew that it was the brand I wanted. I loved the way it glided along with hardly any effort on my part as well as the styling and the built-in lock. Sadly, I had seriously over-stuffed my previous Samsonite case while packing in a hurry to catch a flight and broken the zip. Entirely my fault and no reflection on the quality of the suitcase. Luckily, I could get it plastic wrapped at the airport, so I only had to worry about replacing it once I got home. But, since then, any other suitcase I tried didn’t come close to living up to my now high expectations.
Samsonite suitcase 4-wheel Neopulse 69cm metallic blue
Measuring 46 by 27 by 69cm and giving a volume of 74 litres, this suitcase is big enough to pack everything I might need for most trips overseas but not so big that I go over the limit on my luggage allowance or have too much trouble carrying it up and down stairs when the need arises – as well as the adjustable pull out handle it has top and side handles.
It’s available in matte or metallic black, matte white, metallic silver, metallic sand, metallic red or, my favourite, metallic blue.
From Samsonite’s Neopulse collection, this suitcase combines minimum weight (2.9kg) with maximum impact resistance. It has the same four smooth wheels that I loved so much with my previous case, and it has a zip cover for the both the upper and lower compartments. My previous one only had the zip cover for the upper compartment, so if you opened it upside down your things would fall out.
Another improvement was the TSA combination lock. TSA locks are cleverly designed so that, while your average would-be thief can’t open them, if customs need to carry out a security check they can open it without having to force the lock.
It’s a beautiful and stylish suitcase, but what I love the most is the ease with which it glides along almost without my having to touch it (almost!). It gets 10 out of 10 from me and I promise to take better care of this one.
Why Duifhuizen?
Back in 1953, a skilled craftsman named Duifhuizen opened a shop in a small Dutch village selling handcrafted leather bags and wallets. Word about the quality of his goods soon spread.
Today, under the guidance of his four sons, Duifhuizen run a chain of shops across The Netherlands as well as their online shop Duifhuizen bags & travel supplying Europe and beyond, now delivering worldwide.
Over the years, the company has remained true to its original aim to help customers find the perfect bag, suitcase, backpack or accessory, always ensuring the highest quality throughout their wide range, as well as excellent customer service.
Delivery was very good too. My suitcase arrived in just a few days. And with 8,000 customers giving Duifhuizen a 9.4 out of 10 rating on Trustpilot, you don’t just have to take my word for it. This particular suitcase costs €211.30 + €9.95 post and packaging to the UK.
Duifhuizen and Samsonite make the perfect combination. They sell a huge range of quality brands and products, so whether you need a bag for business, pleasure or school, do check them out.
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Disclosure: I was sent this suitcase free of charge for review purposes but, as always, I only recommend products I genuinely love and use myself.
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Samsonite is such an iconic brand, and with good reason, obviously, and it’s one for me to consider for the future (although at the moment, I’m working on sussing out the best carry-on for me!).
Samsonite also makes a smaller, carry on version, perfect if you are looking for hard case cabin luggage. They are also extremely light weight, which is often a concern with the tough weight restrictions you find with some airlines. If you prefer a backpack or space is your main concern than Cabin Zero makes an excellent rucksack that I’ll be reviewing shortly.
Those shiny new Samsonite cases look great.
All my big cases have been samsonite. Then I bought a small Swiss gear wheelie bag that didn’t last. Wheels fell off and there was no replacement. My last replacement didn’t even last 6 months, the handles coming off.
going back to buying quality.
It really is shocking how badly made some things are. Travelling can be stressful enough without having to worry about your luggage falling apart or the wheels jamming and such.
A cheap suitcase always costs more in the long run as you end up replacing it every couple of trips. It looks as though this little beauty will be accompanying you on your travels for years to come.
Oh yes! I’m sure it will 😀
I need a new suitcase and this looks perfect – I’ve had a few cheapish ones but they don’t fare too well when they get checked in so a hard case is such a good idea, and there’s a great choice of colours here too.
Yes, there’s quite a choice in colour. I’m very tempted to buy myself a hand luggage sized one as well.
Having a good brand name suitcase with 4 wheels that is ultra lightweight is probably the best investment a traveller can make, and I think once you’ve found luggage that suits you the packing process is just so much less stressful. When I moved back from Canada I bought about 6 suitcases and cheaped out on some of them for obvious reasons and the difference is absolutely incredible, the Walmart ones didn’t even last for that 1 trip!
Not even one trip. That is shocking!