Chipped edges? Cracked Sealant, Waxy Edgework flaking off

helpl!!! slush · Mar 31st, 2008, 07:28 PM

Hi ladies~ Some of you helped me out in the authenticate this thread regarding this day i just bought on eBay. It is my 2nd and its beautiful but upon close inspection i noticed this on the handles. It is on the underside of the handles so it doesnt really effect the way it looks BUT i want to make sure before i decide not to talk to the seller about options, that this WONT effect the bags lifetime,,,
i adore it and want to keep it so much but i dont want the bag to have a shorter life because of this (its an 07). I checked my 08 and although it doesnt have this problem i do see where it could happen,,
so im wondering if this is just something that happens and its ok i dont have to worry :)
thanks SOOSSO much!!!
~Bessie

this is how it looks when i bend the handle a little you can see more exposed

thanks for your help!!!!!!

True Religion · Mar 31st, 2008, 07:32 PM

My 06 black city has that same issue, the edge piping or whatever on the handles has partially rubbed off, exposing the white stuff underneath... I think yours has cracked a little more than mine though.

As for how it will affect longevity, I'm not really too sure :( If anyone else has stories, please share.

helpl!!! slush · Mar 31st, 2008, 07:45 PM

thanks for sharing!! i just wonder if that happens with all the bags eventually cause then of course ill keep it but i dont want to have paid so much for a bag that has wear that wouldnt have happened for years (when i was told it was only used a handful of times)

helpl!!! slush · Mar 31st, 2008, 08:18 PM

anyone :(?

eliza · Mar 31st, 2008, 08:45 PM

I have an 06 in a diff colour, and that isn't happening....

I don't think on a bag that's 1K, that shoud be considered "normal"

oogiewoogie · Mar 31st, 2008, 08:50 PM

AS I'd very much LOVE to say that this isn't normal.. and IMO it shouldn't be

... it's sorta common to see.

pinkboudoir · Mar 31st, 2008, 08:52 PM

The handle of my Sienna Day is showing that on both ends but it is a small part. I only noticed it not long ago.

FENDIFAN · Mar 31st, 2008, 08:53 PM

With wear, this can happen. it wont affect the life at all :)

helpl!!! slush · Mar 31st, 2008, 08:54 PM

thats a bummer! balenciaga should fix that with the prices!

BUT does it effect the life of the bag or is it more cosmetic?
thanks for your replys!!!

helpl!!! slush · Mar 31st, 2008, 08:55 PM

oh thank you i didnt see the other replys!

so odds are it was used more then a few times huh?

but for less then 800 and thats the only wear (and split tassles) is it a keeper? :) i really do love the color i just dont want to mess up im so new to BAL

mjlover1977 · Mar 31st, 2008, 09:00 PM

im sorry but i HATE these stories - we are spending serious cashola and we SHOULDNT be receiving any flaws ... its a crime that these guys sell us bags that tear/colour wear etc etc after a few wears. okay,

rant over ....

erica1451 · Mar 31st, 2008, 09:01 PM

Unfortunately, it's very common

. If it really bothers you, then you might want to try using Edge Kote. I haven't tried it yet, but a few people here have used it and I think it works pretty well.

ahayward · Mar 31st, 2008, 09:07 PM

For less than 800, I feel like you shouldn't worry. I've had my part time for a few months now (maybe 5) and after everyday use, it's having the same issues. Has been for a couple of months now, actually. I wish it didn't since it is such a great deal to pay, but oh well!

couture girl 06 · Mar 31st, 2008, 09:08 PM

The happened to my 06 black city and I think its normal. I think Bal purposely makes the sealant around the handles and on the bag weak compared to other brands. Balenciaga is suppose to get beat up, right? Or am I alone on this? I have threads coming out on the bag but it really doesn't affect it. I figured the handles stretch and crack so they put the rope to secure it.

oogiewoogie · Mar 31st, 2008, 09:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by helpl!!! slush

thats a bummer! balenciaga should fix that with the prices!

BUT does it effect the life of the bag or is it more cosmetic?
thanks for your replys!!!

I think its more cosmetic.. but it shouldn't effect the life of the bag.

Mar 31st, 2008, 07:28 PM	#1
helpl!!! slush workin' hard Joined: Aug 2006 Location: Brooklyn New York City where they paint murals of Biggie Posts: 4,202	Chipped edges? Cracked Sealant, Waxy Edgework flaking off Hi ladies~ Some of you helped me out in the authenticate this thread regarding this day i just bought on eBay. It is my 2nd and its beautiful but upon close inspection i noticed this on the handles. It is on the underside of the handles so it doesnt really effect the way it looks BUT i want to make sure before i decide not to talk to the seller about options, that this WONT effect the bags lifetime,,, i adore it and want to keep it so much but i dont want the bag to have a shorter life because of this (its an 07). I checked my 08 and although it doesnt have this problem i do see where it could happen,, so im wondering if this is just something that happens and its ok i dont have to worry :) thanks SOOSSO much!!! ~Bessie this is how it looks when i bend the handle a little you can see more exposed thanks for your help!!!!!! __________________ *Bessie* THE CUTEST CATS EVER!Updated 2/18/08! :) see P 7 http://forum.purseblog.com/animalici...ve-103925.html

Mar 31st, 2008, 07:32 PM	#2
True Religion Member Joined: Jul 2006 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 379	Re: Very new to balenciaga :) IS THIS NORMAL? pics inside My 06 black city has that same issue, the edge piping or whatever on the handles has partially rubbed off, exposing the white stuff underneath... I think yours has cracked a little more than mine though. As for how it will affect longevity, I'm not really too sure :( If anyone else has stories, please share.

Mar 31st, 2008, 07:45 PM	#3
helpl!!! slush workin' hard Joined: Aug 2006 Location: Brooklyn New York City where they paint murals of Biggie Posts: 4,202	Re: Very new to balenciaga :) IS THIS NORMAL? pics inside thanks for sharing!! i just wonder if that happens with all the bags eventually cause then of course ill keep it but i dont want to have paid so much for a bag that has wear that wouldnt have happened for years (when i was told it was only used a handful of times) __________________ *Bessie* THE CUTEST CATS EVER!Updated 2/18/08! :) see P 7 http://forum.purseblog.com/animalici...ve-103925.html

Mar 31st, 2008, 08:18 PM	#4
helpl!!! slush workin' hard Joined: Aug 2006 Location: Brooklyn New York City where they paint murals of Biggie Posts: 4,202	Re: Very new to balenciaga :) IS THIS NORMAL? pics inside anyone :(? __________________ *Bessie* THE CUTEST CATS EVER!Updated 2/18/08! :) see P 7 http://forum.purseblog.com/animalici...ve-103925.html

Mar 31st, 2008, 08:45 PM	#5
eliza Member Joined: Dec 2006 Location: Toronto Posts: 1,152	Re: Very new to balenciaga :) IS THIS NORMAL? pics inside I have an 06 in a diff colour, and that isn't happening.... I don't think on a bag that's 1K, that shoud be considered "normal"

Mar 31st, 2008, 08:50 PM	#6
oogiewoogie iS eNjOyin Life :o) Joined: Mar 2007 Location: Beachy SoCAL...♥ Posts: 3,178	Re: Very new to balenciaga :) IS THIS NORMAL? pics inside AS I'd very much LOVE to say that this isn't normal.. and IMO it shouldn't be ... it's sorta common to see. __________________ " It is as easy to create a castle as a button. It's just a matter of whether you're focused on a castle or a button." - Abraham-Hicks."

Mar 31st, 2008, 08:52 PM	#7
pinkboudoir Saddle Work Joined: May 2006 Location: SUN-shine-y island Posts: 2,760	Re: Very new to balenciaga :) IS THIS NORMAL? pics inside The handle of my Sienna Day is showing that on both ends but it is a small part. I only noticed it not long ago. __________________ Wishing for more Bbags - Rubisse something small, Marine something...otherwise contented with my small family! Saddle Work Vert Thyme Work EB SGH PT Pine SGH PT GGH Bouton CP EB SGH Mini Compagnon Newly acquired RM - Tri-color Cheri, Navy Luxe Market Tote, Deep Red Nikki

Mar 31st, 2008, 08:53 PM	#8
FENDIFAN I LOVE MY 4 BOYS Joined: Mar 2007 Location: South Australia Posts: 431	Re: Very new to balenciaga :) IS THIS NORMAL? pics inside With wear, this can happen. it wont affect the life at all :) __________________ Husband Imposed Purse Ban

Mar 31st, 2008, 08:54 PM	#9
helpl!!! slush workin' hard Joined: Aug 2006 Location: Brooklyn New York City where they paint murals of Biggie Posts: 4,202	Re: Very new to balenciaga :) IS THIS NORMAL? pics inside thats a bummer! balenciaga should fix that with the prices! BUT does it effect the life of the bag or is it more cosmetic? thanks for your replys!!! __________________ *Bessie* THE CUTEST CATS EVER!Updated 2/18/08! :) see P 7 http://forum.purseblog.com/animalici...ve-103925.html

Mar 31st, 2008, 08:55 PM	#10
helpl!!! slush workin' hard Joined: Aug 2006 Location: Brooklyn New York City where they paint murals of Biggie Posts: 4,202	Re: Very new to balenciaga :) IS THIS NORMAL? pics inside oh thank you i didnt see the other replys! so odds are it was used more then a few times huh? but for less then 800 and thats the only wear (and split tassles) is it a keeper? :) i really do love the color i just dont want to mess up im so new to BAL __________________ *Bessie* THE CUTEST CATS EVER!Updated 2/18/08! :) see P 7 http://forum.purseblog.com/animalici...ve-103925.html

Mar 31st, 2008, 09:00 PM	#11
mjlover1977 engaged/over da moon Joined: Nov 2007 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 1,276	Re: Very new to balenciaga :) IS THIS NORMAL? pics inside im sorry but i HATE these stories - we are spending serious cashola and we SHOULDNT be receiving any flaws ... its a crime that these guys sell us bags that tear/colour wear etc etc after a few wears. okay, rant over .... __________________ my lil bag collection chloe silver silverado LV mono speedy 25 Balenciaga ink shoulder LV Amarante large cles Marc Jacobs emerald green elastic stam Chloe tan paddington Chanel black mini flap Balenciaga french blue city with GGH Prada dark brown cervo lux medium tote miu miu metallic purple small matelasse MBMJ midnight terri Marc Jacobs black quilted banana hobo Marc Jacobs black icey little stam

Mar 31st, 2008, 09:01 PM	#12
erica1451 is on a purse ban :( Joined: Jul 2006 Location: NYC Posts: 1,627	Re: Very new to balenciaga :) IS THIS NORMAL? pics inside Unfortunately, it's very common . If it really bothers you, then you might want to try using Edge Kote. I haven't tried it yet, but a few people here have used it and I think it works pretty well. __________________ Balenciaga Wishlist: black flat brass hobo, RH Besace in black or charbon, black flat brass first

Mar 31st, 2008, 09:07 PM	#13
ahayward Member Joined: Jul 2007 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 117	Re: Very new to balenciaga :) IS THIS NORMAL? pics inside For less than 800, I feel like you shouldn't worry. I've had my part time for a few months now (maybe 5) and after everyday use, it's having the same issues. Has been for a couple of months now, actually. I wish it didn't since it is such a great deal to pay, but oh well! __________________ Wishlist: Balenciaga Weekender in Chocolate Chanel Red Classic Jumbo Flap CL Rolando in Electric Blue Suede/Any Black

Mar 31st, 2008, 09:08 PM	#14
couture girl 06 Member Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 221	Re: Very new to balenciaga :) IS THIS NORMAL? pics inside The happened to my 06 black city and I think its normal. I think Bal purposely makes the sealant around the handles and on the bag weak compared to other brands. Balenciaga is suppose to get beat up, right? Or am I alone on this? I have threads coming out on the bag but it really doesn't affect it. I figured the handles stretch and crack so they put the rope to secure it.