Gibraltar Mailboxes Elite Medium Capacity Galvanized Steel Bronze, Post-Mount Mailbox, E1100BZO

Just what I ordered. Can't wait to put it up!

I think Gilbralter got the message from its customers that shipping this mailbox just in the box it comes in, is not enough to survive a USPS or UPS trip. I read a lot of reviews that people were receiving their boxes damaged and had to return them. Mine came to me inside the original box packed inside an Amazon box with large bubble wrapping. I'm happy to report it arrived safe and sound. I also read a review (or two) about the door not staying closed. Mine had the same issue, but it's a very simple fix. With a pair of pliers, GENTLY put some downward pressure on the topside of the door. Too much pressure and the door will be difficult to close & open. It only takes a minute or two to get it right! Installation was a breeze. I simply removed the screws from my old mailbox, and reused them to install this one. It took me a total of about 5 minutes to do. This box is sturdy enough to withstand the elements and will last for years. It's a very good value!

5 Stars is for value - all the features for <$15! The metal is a thin gauge Will bend easily if hit but can otherwise be handled as needed without your hands denting into it. It's more like a coffee can than a soda can. Plastic may have the advantage there but as long as it's not abused this metal is going to hold its shape and shine much longer than the plastic, and its classic shape looks nicer to me than the boxy plastic ones. Medium size is perfect for us. Plenty of pre-drilled holes to accommodate almost any install design and on its Amazon web page they provide a nice detailed diagram with dimensions - you can start designing and building your base while it's shipping. Flag is snug, well attached, works great. We'll have to see how well the paint holds up but this looks like an easy one to refinish and paint over when the time comes. I'm expecting 20 years out of this mailbox. The door works great but you may have to adjust the little clasp tag that holds it shut. Mine arrived too tight, Be careful as you bend this up or down since the metal door it's attached to is quite thin and could bend and show on the front of the door) Also, the seams where base meets the walls had some separation there, a little too opened for me. Maybe that's so any water that ever got in there were drain out, but these gaps were a little big. I fixed it by simply clamping the edges together and then screwed them together with one 1/2" metal tap screw, one on each side. Big improvement. For its size, construction, ease of installing, appearance, and durability, there's not a better box out there for the price.

My previous mailbox was a monster. Not sure what type of steel it was made of but it was heavy, and huge. I loved it. Then one day the hinges started rusting off and I had to find a new one. Not wanting to spend a lot of money for a new one I came across this mailbox. Initial impressions were good. It's pretty light though. Lighter than I thought it was going to be. The base/floor of the mailbox was also tilted and skewed to the right side. I was able to just hammer down on it with my hand to align it, but that probably says something about the overall construction. The door also did not close particularly well so I had to use some pliers and bend the little metal tab inside that keeps the door compressed (instructions also say to do this if needed). The flag seems to work well, no issues there. Installation was easy. This does not include mounting hardware so you're on your own for that. I just cut a piece of 3/4in plywood and mounted the box to the post. I mounted it through the side holes and I had to be careful that I didn't tighten it too much. The steel is thin so too much tightening and it will bow the metal very easily. Seems to be pretty weatherproof. It's been a few weeks since I installed it and it's been through quite a few rainstorms. No soggy mail. Overall, I like it. I just wish the metal was a bit stronger.

I looked at Mailboxes for quite some time before deciding on this one. My problem was the cheapest ones felt, well cheap. The ones that I liked in a standard size that felt like nice and where sturdy were extremely pricey. I was looking for the best mailbox for my money and this one delivered for me. I was not expecting super quality because of the price but at this price point, this mailbox was much nicer than the ones that I put my hands on in all of the stores I went to. I was very pleased with the color and quality for the money. We had no problems installing it and it looks great. I purchased some custom rub on lettering to go on it and it made it look cute and custom. This was exactly the color that I was searching for to place on a white maintenance free post. A border, mulch and some solar lights, and I have the best mailbox on the block! The only small issue that I do have with it is it does stick a bit when closing the box. It takes a bit more force than I would like to close it all the way. However, once closed and snapped in place, it is a super tight fit and it will not fall down. I can live with this.

Why did you pick this product vs others?: Looks great Looks: Nice color, great price

It's the perfect size for what I needed it for shipped pretty quick. I was really shocked about that better than that pretty cool mailbox.

Reasonably sturdy and well-made, with what seems to be a durable paint job. HOWEVER: The door does not have any sort of friction or other closure mechanism to keep it closed. If tilted even a couple of degrees forward (as opposed to back), the door will fall open. I think the USPS has some sort of rule that if you secure the mailbox door with a loop of string or a rubber band, the letter carrier won't deliver. So, I'm looking for a pair of magnets I can epoxy to the door and the box.