Love the case, files don't last
I prefer glass files, because they last forever and you can even file painted nails and clean them up with acetone. Plus the grit is usually pretty gentle. My boyfriend put a pot down on my old favorite file, so I thought I should get this set with the carrying case.<br /><br />I have mixed feelings about these files. I love the protective case and the fact that it comes with so many files. I put one in my car, one at work, and have backups in the little carrier in the living room with my nail polish. The files work really well, too. However I'm not sure what's going on with them! In my experience, glass files have a permanent etching. This doesn't really wear off because it is in the glass itself. These particular files seem to have some sort of abrasive coating instead of the etching. After moderate use, the filing part has sort of scraped off. It didn't photograph well unfortunately, but I can now see clear shiny glass in some areas. They no longer file in that spot!<br /><br />Overall, these files are fine but won't last forever like normal glass files. I'll definitely be keeping the case after they all die, though.
Rating: 3 stars