Is the plastic on these (a) hard and shiny or (b) soft and non-shiny?
1745883
Somewhere in between. Not hard and shiny like the old Nalgene bottles. Marginally flexible/squeezable, not clear but not exactly opaque, somewhat shiny surface in the way most plastic is. Sorry I can't be more helpful!
1745884
It's hard and shiny. They wash very well in the dishwasher, no issues at all.
2234517
Hard plastic. Very well built. From a distance they look pretty good. Up close you can tell its plastic. They are still very attractive and hold up very well.
1164185
No, they are plastic and very strong. They have been dropped by grandkids on occasion but still look good as new. ☺
4894
They are NOT all metallic which is great for softening/blending the 'too shimmery' look. Make sure to keep them in a cool dry place. I bought mine during summer and many of them partly melted and broke because of the heat sitting in the mailbox.
988498
They feel a little rubbery, but more of a satin feel. I would not describe them as either rubbery or hard.
1976349
I agree with the previous replies, they are neither shiny or dull. I would say they are brushed.
273147
They are plastic. It is kind of thin so be gentle with them. I have made 3 batches with them and they are still holding up.
1029673
They are not shiny. The weight is between a heavy kraft paper and thin cardboard - more flexible and lighter than cardstock. I use them with second grade students and they have held up well. It is now December and students have used them daily since August 5th.
1111691
They are hard plastic but they do not hurt. We love this for neck and back problems.
252117
They are hard plastic. Not rubbery at all. My daughter likes to chew on them and they've shown no sign of wear.
1285967
They're made of plastic or some similar material and are substantial. Definitely NOT metal.
977376
Mine are very soft and pliable. After you use them multiple times, they do tend to harden, but they shouldn't be that way right out of the box.
2233482
They are not plastic, is like iron or steel http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNWla8VqkWs&feature;=youtube_gdata_player
292214
They are a harder plastic. Not so hard that they would break of dropped, but definitely no squishy.
994463
shiny. not super sparkly or anything, but they are normal enamel finish - NOT a fuzzy/matte finish.
981128
Hi, I am quite happy with these.I was thinking they may be shiny and ugly too, but they are a nice matte.Hope this helps
1151806
I think they look like glass from afar, but they definitely don't *feel* like glass...they're much lighter. Haven't had any problems with the quality of the plastic so far.