I recently purchased a larger version of this suitcase and liked it so much I got the smaller 25" also.  These suitcases are VERY sturdy and travel well.  The only thing to keep in mind, which has also been mentioned by other reviewers, is that because the suitcase is built so solidly, it is also heavy when empty.  Keep that in mind if you are trying to stay under the airline's weight limit!  Also, the color to me is more like a WINE burgundy, if that makes any sense at all...not red, which some burgundies tend to be, but I like that!!!! Would highly recommend!