Case is really good and lightweight, I've often walked back from a rehearsal (half an hour to an hour) and you can hardly tell you're carrying the cello. Only had it for a year so cannot really comment on durability. Latches are really quick to open and close but they are plastic, so time will tell if they're long lasting. Only thing I don't like about the case is how the straps are set up. Even though they're secure, one must be careful when picking this thing up by the straps so as not to damage the case with the carabiners. Other than that it's a relly nice product