Chipped edges? Cracked Sealant, Waxy Edgework flaking off

azn5477 · Aug 1st, 2008, 02:41 PM

Hi,

I've just recently bought a pre-loved black twiggy. The overall condition of the bag is wonderful, except the inner leather on the handles have ripped, I guess from rubbing against each other too often....does anyone know if LMB can fix this? Has this ever happened to any of you??

Hopefully you girls know what I'm talking about....

Thanks!!!

REREsaurus · Aug 1st, 2008, 06:06 PM

Pics?

Do you mean the bottom-side of the handle?

azn5477 · Aug 2nd, 2008, 12:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by REREsaurus

Pics?

Do you mean the bottom-side of the handle?

Not sure how to desribe so here are the pix........

Thank you!!

RealDealCollection · Aug 2nd, 2008, 12:21 AM

It appears to me that the edge seal which is like a paint of some sort has worn off which is really common on used Balenciaga bags. The leather is more flexible than the edge paint so it eventually chips off.

I believe Balenciaga can repair this as can other leather repair shops. Personally it doesn't bother me because I like a vintage look to my bags and leather doesn't fray.

BeBear · Aug 4th, 2008, 12:31 AM

You can buy the Edge Kote and paint it over. It'll cover and seal the edges easily.

Aug 1st, 2008, 02:41 PM	#61
azn5477 Member	Leather on handle are ripped... Hi, I've just recently bought a pre-loved black twiggy. The overall condition of the bag is wonderful, except the inner leather on the handles have ripped, I guess from rubbing against each other too often....does anyone know if LMB can fix this? Has this ever happened to any of you?? Hopefully you girls know what I'm talking about.... Thanks!!!

Aug 2nd, 2008, 12:21 AM	#64
RealDealCollection BALENCIAGA Recycler Location: Santa Fe	It appears to me that the edge seal which is like a paint of some sort has worn off which is really common on used Balenciaga bags. The leather is more flexible than the edge paint so it eventually chips off. I believe Balenciaga can repair this as can other leather repair shops. Personally it doesn't bother me because I like a vintage look to my bags and leather doesn't fray. __________________ Purse Forum members take $50 off your BALENCIAGA purchases at www.RealDealCollection.com with coupon code PFFIFTY

Aug 1st, 2008, 06:06 PM	#62
REREsaurus Walk like a boss. Location: Tracking treasue down, inevitably.	Pics? Do you mean the bottom-side of the handle?

Aug 4th, 2008, 12:31 AM	#65
BeBear Member	You can buy the Edge Kote and paint it over. It'll cover and seal the edges easily.