Plastic or metal zipper? I need a plastic one to hold up better against ocean spray (saltwater) while on a boat..
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The zippers are plastic. I would say it's not waterproof (like in a downpour) but would be fine with water spray from being on a boat. I haven't used mine yet, but I can say it's light weight, has what seems like good construction and has a couple of zippered compartments.
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They are plastic zippers with a metal pull tag. Hope this helps. I'm very happy with the pack. It was great for travelling in Spain. I love that it is so compact.
1087672
the Zipper part is metal, the 'teeth' along the bag look to be hard plastic. it seems like a sturdy zipper overall.
506113
It has a zipper but no plastic pole. If your dog is used to the cave bed it shouldn't be a problem.
1258307
Personally, if I had the choice between two that were the same price, I would go with the metal case, rather than the plastic. Even if you only plan to use it occasionally you want it to last at least a little while. And if have to have it serviced you have a better chance of finding someone to service the Hamilton Beach rather than the Bodum.
697472
It is plastic on the one that I bought, but I have the first one. We have had it for many years and use it for the beach only. We might make 10+ trips a year. sorry...
2127061
The hook I received with my bag is Metal, not plastic. It works well to support the weight of the water.
88578
Look very carefully....it's there. True story...I couldn't find it either and asked someone to put an opening in it for me. She very carefully opened a seam on the bottom and attached Velcro strips to close it. THEN she found the zipper...a very fine zipper that's up a few inches from one of the edges. I felt really dumb! I'm glad you asked... I wasn't smart enough to do that! :-)
1580719
Plastic is water proof. Metal is not rust proof. There is no electronic anywhere.
1331921
hard plastic. It depends on how tough you are on it. If you are looking more for ruggedness, a LaCIe PetiteKey, LaCIe RuggedKey, or a GigaFlash might be better.
1087673
Do you mean a metal zipper like those on jeans? Then no, it is a nylon, light metal or plastic zipper zipper.
489530
No- everything is plastic. I think it would hold up well for travel, even on a boat. :)
1950902
one of my main criticisms of the product. Mine seems to have loosened up a little with usage but I certainly understand what you are going through.check to be sure you are turning in the correct direction highlighted by the icons on the plastic sleeve.not to wish you any further headaches but after about 5 or 6 uses the zipper on my bag is starting to give out.
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The outer material is water resistant. I just tested it and water ran right off while pouring from a cup. However, the zipper cloth is not. Dripping water on the zipper, it soaks the water in. There are flaps inside the zipper, but the water soaks into that inner material. With "enough" water on that area, your stuff will get wet. There is no outer protective flap over the zipper. If you were going from a parking lot to a building in the rain, I'd say you're fine. If you were hiking for more than a minute in anything more than a steady rain, your stuff could get a bit wet. Scotch guarding the zipper cloth could be an option, but I don't know if that would do much since the zippers are so exposed. Good luck.
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The zipper closure is plastic, the zipper pull is metal, the create works very good, we use it for our Great Dane at dog shows and have had no trouble or problems. All in all, I think its a quality product, too bad they don't make a bigger one.
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The closure is zipper but I believe it is made with Nylon not metal. I'll double check.
1581215
We have the plastic, not bad on the beach, but I think for all purpose rubber would be best.
1312221
I use my bag for saltwater and it holds up well. The zippers are coated pretty well and I don't think they will rest. The only thing is the pull strings come off and you have to tie them back on.