Does the metal flake after a few months of use? And what kind of metal is the ring made out of?
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No it doesn't, depends on how good you take care of it. It is made out of steel.
161073
I think the ring is metal. I don't believe there is a max wattage on this, but it can get real hot in the light. We switched to CFL to reduce the heat in there.
979922
Not sure what gauge it is, but the ring is sturdy once the two halves are are bolted together. Probably about an 1/8" thick. Not flimsy at all. Would recommend.
2217460
No. It is a single piece of metal. I've used it for 6 months and still like it.
1562485
Yes, the ring is made of plastic and the baffle is coated with an enamel paint. Worst that may happen is a little rust in a few years.
901381
Yes, the outer ring is metal and the rest is plastic. Great Value! My child loves it.
15465
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Metal has not tarnished at all. Have had it for 4 months, located on covered patio in Florida.
11318
Not sure of the metal used. I have had it for a few months and it is very well made. It is not soft metal, if that helps. I felt it was worth the purchase price.
790338
The base is a weighted brass finished material. When I tap it with a metal object it doesn't ring....but has a dead sound like it's plastic. It has a laquer finish which wouldn't be necessary if it were solid brass. Best guess? It's not brass. Very attractive and very stable. Remember, brass will tarnish over time, I don't think this will.
2278927
Its metal and works great. I've had it for 6+ months and its still working like its brand new.
1158928
Sorry I just retread the description... When I bought it in 2012 it was metal, it looks like they make it out of plastic now? I mean I can say this, in my experience with things I have bought from this company have always been well made and don't break easily...
2277511
It's metal with a coating on it. My two birds (Finches) often rub their beaks on it but it is solid. It doesn't flake off or anything like that.
501481
I never gauged the metal, But I did buy this cage about a year ago and i still have it. it isn't flimsy.
1547173
Rim is plastic, beadlock ring is aluminum. I've ran these for a long time and the plastic is very durable.
1694317
I bought it months ago as a gift for a fan; it is mostly metal, but not very durable. Definitely not a kid toy. Screwdrivers are mediocre at best-- not for heavy duty use.
1912327
Yes it is very flimsy. I purchased this model because I like to keep it on my key ring. The metal loop has already broken and I came very close to losing it. Now I have no way of attaching it to anything and have to carry it separate in my pocket.