Samsonite Alu Drop S 3-Section Manual Flat Umbrella, 23 cm

Flat: Samsonite Alu Drop S is a three-section manual folding umbrella designed for rain and travel. Its listed 23 cm closed length and 94.5 cm canopy diameter make compact carrying the main appeal, while opening is manual rather than automatic.

At a glance

Three-section manual folding design with a listed closed length of 23 cm.
The listed round canopy measures 94.5 cm in diameter.
Aluminium shaft and frame, with a plastic handle.
Polyester pongee canopy with Teflon coating.

Price

£24.64Save 15%

Reference price: ~~£29.00~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Compact 23 cm closed length is suited to carrying in travel luggage or a bag.
The listed 94.5 cm canopy offers more coverage than the folded size alone suggests.
Aluminium is listed for both the shaft and frame.

Cons

Manual opening requires more handling than an automatic-open umbrella.

Technical specifications

17 specifications

Identity
Brand	Samsonite
Model	3 Sect. Manual Flat

Dimensions and construction
Form factor	Round
Weight listed	0.16 Kilograms
Closed length	23 cm
Canopy diameter	94.5 cm
Listed dimensions (W × H)	94.5W x 23H centimetres
Opening mechanism	Manual Lift
Tilt mechanism	Rotational Tilt

Materials and finish
Material listed	108962
Shaft material	Aluminium
Handle material	Plastic
Canopy material	100% polyester pongee with Teflon coating
Colour	Black (Black)
Pattern	Solid

Use and care
Recommended use	Travel
Care instructions	Dry the umbrella before folding and store it only when it is completely dry. Avoid excessive force when folding.

What’s in the box

Included

Cover
Umbrella

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Travellers who prioritise a short folded length and want a compact rain umbrella.
Buyers looking for a manual folding umbrella with a listed 94.5 cm canopy.

Less suited to

Anyone who specifically wants automatic opening.
Buyers who need verified wind-resistance or durability performance, which is not specified here.

Samsonite Alu Drop S 3-Section Manual Flat Umbrella, 23 cm · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 396 ratings

5 stars70%70%
4 stars17%17%
3 stars9%9%
2 stars1%1%
1 star3%3%

Customer feedback highlights portability and build quality, with customers describing it as easy to carry for travel. Durability opinions are mixed, ranging from robust to flimsy. That split matters for a compact umbrella intended for carrying on trips, and the listing provides no independent durability or wind-performance measure to resolve it.

Positive themes

Customers appreciate its portability and ease of carrying for travel.
Customers report that the build quality justifies the price.

Mixed feedback

Durability feedback is mixed, with some customers finding it robust and others describing it as flimsy.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the umbrella when folded?

The listing gives a closed length of 23 cm.

Does it open automatically?

No. The listed opening mechanism is Manual Lift.

How wide is the canopy?

The listed canopy diameter is 94.5 cm.

How should it be stored?

The care instructions say to dry it before folding and store it only when completely dry. They also advise against using excessive force when folding.