E1100B00 Solar Group, Why does this get high..
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Why does this get high ratings?
I’m not sure why this mailbox receives high reviews. In my opinion, it’s pretty rinky dink. From the manufacturer’s description, I definitely expected this to be more substantial. The steel is actually quite thin, and the hinges are made of the same grade of steel and are not reinforced. So basically, over time, the hinge will bend downward, and the door will fall. We ordered this, and returned it immediately. Not only is the quality pretty subpar, it arrived with zero packing material in the box, so it was dented in several places.
Solar (or their parent company) pretty much makes most mailboxes out there. So, if you’re able, I’d suggest going to a local store like Home Depot or Lowe’s and checking out the selection there so that you can see and feel the mailboxes first-hand. We ultimately bought another Solar mailbox that is about the same size as this (slightly smaller), but which is of much higher quality Solar TB1B Group Standard Size Steel -inchTuff Body-inch Rural Mailbox, Black. It was a lot more expensive than this one, but I guarantee the thing will last for 50 years! FYI - we bought it from Home Depot and, believe it or not, it was $30 less than Amazon’s price. Definitely the way to go.
Update (2/6/2012):
The featured review for this product, Solar Group E100B00 Standard Size Galvanized Steel Rural Mailbox, Black Tools & Hardware, was written by Thomas J. Walker.
The average rating for this item is out of 5 stars, according to 3 reviews.
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Reviews (3)
T. L. Middleton
July 4th, 2010 at 10:21 am
Great Box! Flag is suspect
Box is made of steel, you couldn’t ask for a better box. The flag is attached with a plastic base and pin which is easily removed. I’m hoping some kid doesn’t notice and take it. Was wishing it was a bolt and nut instead. I’ll probably try and use a bolt and nut somehow.
C. J. G.
July 14th, 2010 at 4:36 pm
Mailbox
This is a well made mailbox and very roomy inside as well.
You can also add a beautiful plaque reflector with your numbers
for just a few dollars more, I did and it really looks nice, especially
at night when the car lights reflect off it to see your numbers in the dark.
Thomas J. Walker
August 3rd, 2010 at 6:18 pm
Why does this get high ratings?
Rated 3 stars.
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