My daughter bought this to start a bug collection.  It works perfectly for this.  The latch is easy for her to open to place insects inside.  We cut a 1-inch thick piece of styrofoam to fit inside and use IPIN01-PK/100 Insect Pin #1 to secure the bugs.  The clear glass lid stays clean, not attracting fingerprints or dirt as she fiddles with this constantly.  The latch and hinge are both of good quality and seem like they will last for a long time to come.