Do the steel joint connectors rust after a while?
594885
We have had a gust buster for almost 10 years and no rust. Amazing umbrella.
594886
Yes, they will rust a bit if you don't open it and let it dry after coming in out of the rain. I used mine for commuting, and it would be in a plastic bag in my tote bag once I got on the train. If I forgot to open it up to dry once I got home the joints would rust if left wet overnight. My own fault of course, but sometimes you just forget things once you get home.
594887
I've had the umbrella in England and through a rough winter here in DC...it's a very strong, yet easy to handle umbrella, fits in a backpack and is worth the price. I have NOT seen any rust forming on the steel joints after almost 7 months of use..
2042860
No problems with rust at all. It's been something like 7 years since we bought this set.
1614897
Never had any rust issues with either the regular or this finish. This model has a poor Phillips driver design though, it is only as thick as the flat blade drivers. On the first pair I got it broke during it's first use, putting a screw into a plastic housing.
345450
well i bought 2 of these about 3 years ago and use them every day need to buy a few more as for rust so far mine hasn't rusted at all but i don't leave them outside .
68477
I have used my cables a few times, but not have had a rusting problem. I would suggest you contact Security Chain Company. Also, if there is a lot of salt used in your area it would make sense to rinse your cables and if possible, hang them to dry.
1376634
I've had mine for about 4 months now and use it regularly, and haven't seen any rust yet!
1093738
Rusting? No not at all. I have been using this set for almost weekly for over a year and it has been great.
871137
We live in a desert climate with little rain. We do have them located in areas where we hose them down after use. No evidence of rust to date. Hope this helps.
791484
I've had this set for quite some time now and I have had no problems with any rust or any other problems. I've been very happy with my purchase.
640775
Yes, mine began to rust almost immediately at the point where the chrome enters the caddy. I had four. Eventually they all broke at the hinge points where the caddy connects with the side grippers.
1363111
Yes, I believe so. I have been using mine for 2 years and there are no rust spots or signs of wear.
2124587
I bought mine on Amazon early last year and mine is rusted in all the joints and feet. I posted pictures on my review.
1322167
I have never had any problem with rust - stainless steel should not rust under normal use.
1773226
Yes, I have bought a couple, and one I left outside in the weather did rust.
2196266
I have had mine for about 6 month and has not rusted yet and I use it every day.
671992
I've had it for several months now and use it regularly and no rust so far.. that was my fear as well, which is why i made sure i bought a stainless steel grater. So at this point, no rust at all :)
1498509
I have had mine for about two years now and NO signs of rust yet. I leave it on year around summer and winter. It's had plenty of road salt on it this past winter, and not a sign of rust. It comes with a rubber sleeve that slips over the combination lock. Nice tight fit and never a problem seizing or rusting.