A reviewer said the metal was very thin and would damage easily, is this true?
1116650
I thought it was a better bumper than the factory one. it had more bracing and more bolts than the bumper that came on my 2013 Sierra. The bolts were larger and brackets were made as well if not better. I would definitely purchase it again over the factory one, especially for the price difference. The only thing thin is the two chrome covers but that is the same way as the factory one.
1116651
I have bought bumpers that were as you described, my purchase of this one proved better than that. I do not think it is a thick a gm replacement. but the cost is not anywhere close to the gm bumper.
181141
In normal usage, I have found no distress to the product. I dropped it down an elevator shaft and it showed no wear. I think a misuse - like using the open blade as a level or for torquing - might damage it. As long as ou are using it for its intended purpose, it is solid.
441950
In my opinion, not very heavy at all. It's lightweight, hollow metal. You should not have any trouble.
2268688
It's a very thin metal that is pretty easy to bend. Depending on how much it needs to curve, you might need to be concerned about scratching up the tablet back if the metal no longer sits completely flush.
771327
I am not so sure. I've dropped mine with it no damage, but i wouldnt rely in it
211736
We'll I haven't 'tested' it yet:). Like I said in my review it will be good against light wear and tear. Small drops like off a table would probably be ok. Tossing it out of a moving vehicle, not so much.
1186750
I mean if you plan on slamming the gun straight to the ground then yes. If not and accidently dropping it then no. The only thing that will really break is the orange part of the gun and then after that the gun just looks straight real. My experience with the gun was amazing, break easily no, plastic useless parts break off yes.
838386
It has weight to it. I would think that aluminum would bend when 'hammering' with it.
1030374
I doubt it, it isn't lightweight tubular metal with a cheap finish, looks like solid metal.
1984381
Yes. It is quite nice and has worked without issue through two moves. I even damaged it with a door and have not suffered. It is not overly cheap or fragile.
1283794
No - it is a heavy weight metal - we really like it - have used it for several months now.
641866
I think it would damage it because it has a coating on it that would probably peel. It may be stainless underneath the coating, but I'm not sure.
990607
I don't think it would damage it if you cut a small notch in the bottom. Hard to say without pictures.
1505536
Initially, I would say no. I would verify that with the manufacturer. I do not believe the element would hold up.
1286820
I don't know how representative the piece I bought was, but mine came with dents and chips in it. I had to return the one I purchased because it was too dinged up to be used. I don't know if the surface itself is prone to chipping, but of course when the metal underneath is seriously dented, the surface coating will fall off! I recall years ago my parents had something that looked much the same, and it was tough & durable, so I was surprised by what I got. Hopefully mine was just a "one off" experience, but the thin and weak metal made me think that other people will also have bad luck. I don't know how representative the piece I bought was, but mine came with dents and chips in it. I had to return the one I purchased because it was too dinged up to be used. I don't know if the surface itself is prone to chipping, but of course when the metal underneath is seriously dented, the surface coating will fall off! I recall years ago my parents had something that looked much the same, and it was tough & durable, so I was surprised by what I got. Hopefully mine was just a "one off" experience, but the thin and weak metal made me think that other people will also have bad... » Read More I don't know how representative the piece I bought was, but mine came with dents and chips in it. I had to return the one I purchased because it was too dinged up to be used. I don't know if the surface itself is prone to chipping, but of course when the metal underneath is seriously dented, the surface coating will fall off! I recall years ago my parents had something that looked much the same, and it was tough & durable, so I was surprised by what I got. Hopefully mine was just a "one off" experience, but the thin and weak metal made me think that other people will also have bad luck. « Show Less
1164715
It could. It's a powder coated metal so it's smooth, but if you were to move it around a lot then I have no doubt that it could damage the paint. That being said, no damage so far over here.
1680935
This would not hold up to the hear. You would need to find something that is metal to ensure there would be no damage.