Irv's Luggage outlet - discount luggage travel accessories online store

What to look for when buying luggage
Handles - For vertical luggage, a locking handle system is important because it prevents the handle from damage if you decide to check it.
Wheels – It is much more practical to be able to pull a bag than carry it by its handle or over your shoulder. Recessed wheels are preferred because they are less susceptible to damage. I favor larger, rubberized wheels with ball bearings for smooth handling and longevity.
Outer Shell – There are three types of outer shell. Hard sided, soft sided, and semi soft sided. Hard-sided cases protect contents but are heavy and clunky. They are either molded cases made of materials such as polypropylene, or ABS plastics and covered with materials such as leather, vinyl or fabric.
Material - Bags come in a variety of materials including leather, nylon, vinyl, and molded materials. For soft and semi soft cases nylon is the strongest followed by polyester (often combined) Material is measured in denier - the higher the denier, the thicker the fiber. Look for tight dense weave.
Zippers- Modern, synthetic zippers made of coils can self-repair when the slide is run back over the zipper. Metal zippers with teeth are tricky to repair.
Locks – Hard-sided luggage usually has built-in combination locks. Soft and semi-soft bags most come with padlocks and key locks that attach to zipper pulls.

Short history
Irv's Luggage Warehouse was preceded by its parent company, Emporium Luggage, which was founded in 1947. Emporium Luggage is a traveler's paradise. Luggage, business cases, computer cases, duffels, backpacks and travel accessories are the mainstays of this family-owned business. Emporium Luggage has continually offered quality products and professional service at low prices. You will have to travel far and wide to find a more pleasant and complete place to shop.
The product of an ever-changing business climate, Irv's Luggage Warehouse was born in 1991, an off-price discount luggage outlet. We are able to hunt down discontinued merchandise, factory closeouts and irregulars for those customers looking for an unbelievable deal. It is no frills shopping just the rock bottom low prices that have made Irv's Luggage the destination for the value conscious traveler. When in the Chicago area, please stop by any one of our Irv's Luggage Warehouse locations.
In 1990 we veered a little off course. The idea of creating an upscale boutique devoted almost entirely to fine writing instruments was a dream of one of our owners. What began as a dream finally became a reality after years of planning, preparation and scouting for the right place for such a store. With the success of the first Executive Essentials store in Woodfield Shopping Center, came our natural progression to the Internet, to be followed by a second store near Chicago's Magnificent Mile in 1999. When in the Chicago area, please stop by either of our Executive Essentials locations*.

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2408 E. Oakton St. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 Between Busse and Elmhurst Rds. Repair Service on Premises

Lincoln Park 820 W. North Ave. Chicago, IL 60622 At North and Clybourn Next to Crate & Barrel