Does the easel on the top of the lid fold down, or is it always open?
1579825
It folds down. This box is a bit larger than other boxes I have, which is nice because any card will fit in it.
1537419
It folds over the top to lock the whole set together for storage. When you open it all up for use, the handle has a stop that keeps it from flopping around, so the handle does not lock into place per se but it does stay where it should be unless you turn the whole skillet upside down..
389999
Yes, there's a little manner too keep it closed. I was very pleased with this case. Only 2 bad things 1) you cannot charge the case closed & 2) no options when standing it on the easel, it only has one position which is too straight. But i can live with these due to the "price" :-)
1053170
Yes, mine does. There is a stiffness to the lid so it even stays in position halfway open too!
2225489
No. It's designed as a single piece. It folds flush to the back when it's open though.
1188720
Yes it does! I only remove one of the knobs on each side to fold up. The brace will just hang, but still attached to the easel,with the one knob in it!
857388
It stays open but there are tea to fold it up if you want to. But that does take some effort. It will not collapse on its own.
1467149
Yes. It does fold up easily. There are two knobs you unscrew by hand that you'll have to unscrew and store someplace. Other than that wonky design, it's easy to deal with.
49170
It does, but it's still bulky due to the legs. I've had this easel for over a year now, and about 3 months after buying it, the legs went lopsided so I could only use it as a desk top easel.
1538750
The whole top comes off, from the bottom of the design. I usually twist slightly as I pull. It won't have any grooves or anything so twisting isn't 100% necessary but it makes it a little easier. It really shouldn't be that hard to open.
729851
No, it doesn't. We've had ours quite awhile and it has lasted. The bottom bolts fall out often, need to put locktite on them (we use them at a child care center and move them from room to room)The other person put it folds up...There definitely is one that folds up, but the one I bought did not. I can't remember why I chose this one over the folding one, but there was something....again, ours goes through quite a bit of "abuse."
1735858
Mine opens and closes prefect when full. I only have a personal size machine on the top with no problems.
1872390
It opens at the top. If you stand it in its side it probably will stay in the position you put it in.
950715
I have had mine for over 3 years and am getting a new one because it keeps sliding out of the flap that keeps it in typewriter position. The folds are looking slightly worn, but there is NO cracking.
534648
Not really - it does fold, but if it's full of earrings the folds just enable it to stand up on a flat surface. It's hard plastic/acrylic, and reasonably heavy - well-made.
970725
The folding handle is very sturdy...made of the same material as the top portion....just has a hinge to allow you to fold. I open and close it every day and have had no problems whatsoever -- hope this helps!
1068707
Yes, it stays in place when u open it; it's very easy open/shut. Just a soft touch pushes it back into place.