Can these be dropped without being damaged like regular casted dumbells can be?
324349
All I can tell you is this. It says on the DVD that came with it you don't want to drop them because the locking system can be damaged voiding the warranty. These units are so simple to use and I really can't see any reason to drop them. I see people do that in gyms and it's just not necessary. Only use the weight you can handle and you won't need to drop them. Wonderful units.
324350
I drop them lightly, but wouldn't drop them from high up. You would more than likely bend the tabs that hold the disks on. That being said, if you are having to "drop" them, you may want to rethink the weight you are lifting!
324351
They are fairly solid and could be dropped slightly, I would be more worried about the selector mechanism versus the actual dumbbell weight. You don't have to baby them, but I would not classify them near as strong as regular castes dumbbells. It's a trade off for features VS durability and these are awesome!
295484
Since I've never dropped nor broken one, I cannot say for sure. Your best bet would be to contact the manufacturer.
695171
I wouldn't. The units can hold up to standard abuse very well, but the mechanism that adjusts the weights isn't designed for those kind of drops. I believe it states in the owner's documentation not to do this as well. If you are looking for something you can drop after a set, I would suggest sticking to traditional weights.
1224642
They are made of glass. I don't think they'd take any significant impact without breaking.
1455290
I have had them for about 6 months and have had no issues. I do imagine if they are dropped they would break.
391383
Yes, you can easily bend them, especially if you use wide-jawed pliers. They will not break.
1261540
I've had no issues putting them on and I've dropped them a few times and no issue. I would describe myself as a bull in a china cabinet when it comes to how gentle I am with things. I would not describe these as fragile, but wouldn't expect them to completely survive a really hard slam on concrete either
844008
I have not dropped one but since they are made to be used as mason jars, I believe it would depend on which part hit the floor first. As mason jars, they are made to withstand heat changes, and probably are pretty tough.
432899
Probably not, they are a little top heavy, and dropping them could be costly
2048689
Yes you could but I wouldn't. It's not like super fragile but I wouldn't want to risk damaging it.
2031545
Haven't tried that, but we use them in our retail shop and never have had one break. So I just yanked on one as if it was filled with something heavy and it's still holding! They've been great for us! Look good. function well. and great low price! Sometimes if we're concerned cuz we put something super heavy in one, we suggest the customer carry it in their arms like a baby. Hope that helps and Happy selling!!
695173
Heck no. I accidentally dropped one of mine, and it bent two of the clips that hold in the weights. I dropped it from a height of about 18 inches onto a carpeted floor. These weights are great, but they aren't particularly durable. If you drop it, odds are high that you'll probably have to buy a new one.
1731339
I would say no, they are not tough, they tend to keep the shape of any heavy object that's placed on top. Plus they are very slippery once they get dust under them.
530803
When using the dumbells, they are completely stable after you lift them off the stand or ground. I have not experienced the plates shifting at all once you pick them up and start using them.
1214864
It is best not to drop them at all. If not, the screws n threads inside the bars could become damaged, and result in problem in tightening them.
1452153
I haven't tried. They seem to be so very fragile. If you try it let us know what happened. Judie Johnson
915957
Maybe, but I would be careful, they are put under a lot of tension when they are shot so there is the off chance that your bow will shatter it. I wouldn't be too concerned about that tho