The plastic is heavy and even brand new doesnt have an overwhelming chemical plasticky smell. These are counterfeit copies of TOMS. the swacket There will be gaps no matter how you adjust it, so if this is annoyance I would try to get more 3M double side tape to apply for a closer fit. I bought these from a reseller and they were new but looked like the box was opened. the swacket Overall, I like this product. the swacket Seems the quality is barely like Ikea. Shoe bed is poifect & cradles foot unbelievably (I hate shoes of any kind); well constructed;prettier than pic shows. Maybe its best to order 2 sizes and send one back. the swacket The shelf feels incredibly sturdy in its construction and the magnets hold to the side of my refrigerator very strong. The case interior itself is magnetic; roughly place the earpieces, and the magnets do the rest.
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