Pre-use initial impression...Searched for the just right carry-on for a long time. This piece of luggage is as described and portrayed. Its a Swiss knife in carry-on luggage formmeets most airline carry-on standards, hard side, spinner wheels, roomy, expandable, pockets, TSA lock, to name a few. I also got it at a decent price at time of purchase. Besides great looks, it appears to be well made. The hard side exterior has some flexibility to it which likely contributes to its lightweight factor. The high quality interior lining is securely attached throughout. One of my favorite features are the internal dual-role restraint straps (on each side of the suitcase). They hold contents in place and have sizeable and practical mesh pockets that can hold a multitude of travel items from toiletries to small articles of clothing. The wheels and handle work well. This case will get a lot of use for a long time.