we use this fairly often -- for about 3 years. the matte red paint chips off. this is a big problem only because we have a small chaild and i worry she will eat the paint.

the paints started shipping where it got dented. then it shipped in other places. i worry that the inner coating might get conpromised because of the dent. is this an issue?

i just got a glossy blue sigg bottle and we'll see if that paint also chips after a few years. 3 stars

This waterbottle is superb in quality and construction. But there are two caveats one must consider before purchasing. First, when you freeze the bottom half of the waterbottle to keep water cool all day long, the freezing process causes the aluminum on the bottom to expand slightly giving the waterbottle a slight wobble everytime you set it down. Also, if you live in a very humid area and love drinking very cold drinks, the aluminum this bottle is made of causes a great deal of condensation. All in all, this is a wonderful waterbottle for those of you that want something more than the typical Nalgene, its very classy and unique and it'll definately last a very long time. 4 stars

I've been using the bottle (for water only) over the last month. It's got a yellowish interior that looks like copper, with a black exterior. Been happy with it so far - the black exterior is holding up pretty well. 5 stars

Tall and reasonably slender (unlike those chunky Nalgene bottles) this Sigg fits well in my briefcase pocket. The top is absolutely leak proof (so far, at any rate) and easy to hook a finger through. Yes, it takes a moment to unscrew it, but that's a small price to pay for an opening that is the easiest to drink out of of any water bottle on the market. Some Sigg engineer had lip ergonomics down pat. I think it's well worth the price. I have no idea why it's called "Traveler Touch" --some marketeer copy writer was off on a tangent. It doesn't need any name other than DGWB (damn good water bottle). 5 stars

*****
This is an upscale designer water bottle, top of the line, and so much fun. The designs Of Sigg's water bottles are gorgeous, from the plain, solid color bottles, to the ones with intricate designs. They are simply beautiful! I switched from regular plastic water bottles because of health concerns, thinking it would take more work to maintain. These do necessitate regular cleaning (I clean mine every day), but having something so beautiful to drink from makes the cleaning fun. Sort of like my rings, glasses, and watch, I now consider my Sigg personal water bottle a vital accessory, reminding me to drink more water, making a statement about my values, and expressing myself with a special design. Yes, all in a water bottle!

Sigg of Switzerland water bottles are very high quality, made of light aluminum on the outside, slightly insulated, and covered with a special powder coat on the inside that prevents any leaching whatsoever, unlike plastic and polycarbonate water bottles. They are light, durable, and perfect for any activity. Well water tastes spectacular in these bottles, just like from the tap.

Sigg bottles come with several different types of tops. I bought the screw top because I don't like sports tops, and I don't mind unscrewing the top when I want a drink. It is totally leakproof, which is important to me. The top is pretty and can be hooked onto a carabiner. I get comments on it all the time, "What's that? I love it!" The sports top version is ok; I just am not a fan, as I don't feel like I can get enough water from the little stream from the sports top. However, for convenience, you might prefer it. For children, there is a cap-type top. All are leak-proof. If you are ever unsatisfied with the top, you can buy a screw top separately to fit your Sigg bottle.

Sigg makes their personal water bottle in .6L and 1L in this style. I have both. I use the .6L for sports activities because they are smaller. When I won't have to carry the container, I like the larger bottle. Sigg also makes a smaller .3L bottle for children that is a perfect size for young people. You can buy Siggs in alternative sizes too, such as .75L, .4L (for kids), .6L, .5L. You can occasionally find this bottle in the 1.5L size, also. Search Amazon for the perfect size.

Pick a style and pattern you like, as this bottle is a personal accessory, and should reflect your style. The colors are vibrant and even prettier than they seem in the pictures on Amazon.

They are expensive, but they are so durable that you can plan on them lasting many years. I consider them both an accessory and an investment in my health, so they are well worth it value-wise for me.

Highly recommended.
***** 5 stars