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1.0 out of 5 stars
Doesn't live up to Swiss Army Durability Fame, November 11, 2010
This review is from: Victorinox Automatic Umbrella,Black,One Size (Apparel)
I got tried of purchasing cheap umbrellas and was hoping this umbrella would be as durable as my Swiss Army luggage, after all $37 is pretty pricey for a compact umbrella. I wasn't hoping for a miracle, but for it to last at least a rainy season or two. After a light gust, one of the skeleton ribs snapped and 1/2 of the umbrella had to be opened manually. A few weeks later, during normal use, something else internally broke and now it won't stay open. Definitely not worth the money.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars
Do not buy this umbrella!, December 2, 2010
This review is from: Victorinox Automatic Umbrella,Black,One Size (Apparel)
I bought this thinking the brand and whatever is supposed to be titanium in this umbrella would mean it would last me for years. My previous umbrella (different brand) lasted me for 7 years before it finally gave out. That's how I justify paying $35 for an umbrella as I figure I can buy 1 good one that will last a long time, rather than one of those cheap $5 ones that barely survive a year. Basically the higher price makes up for getting a new umbrella every year. And the auto open/close system is a really great feature (especially the close).
Anyway, I bought one of these umbrellas and it only lasted a few months. I actually spent another $5 to mail it in to get it replaced under warranty. I am currently using the replacement they sent to me, and already it's starting to break again (after just a few uses). There appears to be a design flaw in the way the spines attach to the top spoke of the umbrella, as those are what break easily (they snap off the top spoke). 2 of mine have already detached so that when I close the umbrella, sometimes it doesn't close properly and it looks like the umbrella has a broken wing as another reviewer pointed out. This is how the umbrella breaks easily - it will start with 1 spine detaching, and then the rest quickly follow.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars
Totally unsatisfied, December 21, 2010
I was not at all satisfied with this umbrella. It was good and lightweight, but i only had to open it a couple times before the fabric began to detach itself from the metal ribs. i believe given the price of this umbrella, I should have been able to enjoy it for more than 1 week. Luckily the sellers were really understanding and facilitating in helping me to exchange it. Hopefully the one I have replaced it with is of a much better quality.
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