One of the link of the chain(classic) is not sealed on my bag. Should I worry?

Nefredity · May 8th, 2008, 11:48 PM

I have a chanel bag with the regular/classic chain (the chain with leather interwoven). I just saw that one of the link on the chain is not sealed (there's a slight open gap). Do you think I should worry about this? My husband think that it should be fine since there's also the leather holding the bag,not just the chain. And the gap is prety small that the link won't be able to slip out. Any advice or experience? Thanks! I don't really want to send it for repair. I heard that it takes weeks and weeks.....

litlstrawberry · May 9th, 2008, 02:58 AM

Can you try to close it with some tool? It will be more secured just in case you carry it a lot and it might stretch in times.

chanelbaby · May 9th, 2008, 03:16 AM

I would return the bag, they are way too expensive these days to accept even the smallest defects.

Nefredity · May 9th, 2008, 03:49 PM

Thanks guys. I don't really want to return it, it's the only one left.
Should I use a plier? Do you think it's safe? Im scared i would break the chain instead. Any tips how to do it with plier?

ItsMyWorld · May 9th, 2008, 03:59 PM

I'd have to see a photo to tell you what I think. One some of the classic chains, I know that you can see where it closes but there really isn't a "gap" there at the same time, but it isn't soldered together.

gators · May 9th, 2008, 05:24 PM

If you do use pliers or something make sure to put some kind of fabric around the link so the pliers don't scratch the silver. I have some links on my cc tote that aren't completely closed, but they have never come apart and I know that was one of the problems with the cc tote.

burberryprncess · May 9th, 2008, 07:29 PM

I used a plier once for the same problem. It didn't hurt the chain but do as Gators suggested and use a small cloth over the pliers.

shanam · May 9th, 2008, 08:23 PM

If you are really nervous about doing it yourself, try taking it to a cobbler. they often fix things like that and would have the right tools.

kimalee · May 9th, 2008, 09:06 PM

I think it would be an easy fix if you were to do it yourself. But like others suggested, make sure you put something between the tool and the chain itself.

May 8th, 2008, 11:48 PM	#1
Nefredity I Love My 000 Rocks!	One of the link of the chain(classic) is not sealed on my bag. Should I worry? I have a chanel bag with the regular/classic chain (the chain with leather interwoven). I just saw that one of the link on the chain is not sealed (there's a slight open gap). Do you think I should worry about this? My husband think that it should be fine since there's also the leather holding the bag,not just the chain. And the gap is prety small that the link won't be able to slip out. Any advice or experience? Thanks! I don't really want to send it for repair. I heard that it takes weeks and weeks..... __________________

May 9th, 2008, 02:58 AM	#2
litlstrawberry Member Location: Cupertino	Re: One of the link of the chain(classic) is not sealed on my bag. Should I worry? Can you try to close it with some tool? It will be more secured just in case you carry it a lot and it might stretch in times.

May 9th, 2008, 03:16 AM	#3
chanelbaby Member Location: Alabama and London	Re: One of the link of the chain(classic) is not sealed on my bag. Should I worry? I would return the bag, they are way too expensive these days to accept even the smallest defects. __________________ Sweet Home Alabama! My 11 babies: 92? black vintage lambskin jumbo 02 Pink Olsen 05 Pink Valentine Chain 05 Red Valentine Chain 05 black lambskin mini classic 06 M White/Black Cambon Tote 06 Denim Cabas 06 Fabric patchwork flap 07 Perforated Union Jack flap 07 Dark Grey EW MC 07 Red EW with bijou chain

May 9th, 2008, 03:49 PM	#4
Nefredity I Love My 000 Rocks!	Re: One of the link of the chain(classic) is not sealed on my bag. Should I worry? Thanks guys. I don't really want to return it, it's the only one left. Should I use a plier? Do you think it's safe? Im scared i would break the chain instead. Any tips how to do it with plier? __________________

May 9th, 2008, 03:59 PM	#5
ItsMyWorld Member Location: USA	Re: One of the link of the chain(classic) is not sealed on my bag. Should I worry? I'd have to see a photo to tell you what I think. One some of the classic chains, I know that you can see where it closes but there really isn't a "gap" there at the same time, but it isn't soldered together.

May 9th, 2008, 05:24 PM	#6
gators Member Location: Virginia	Re: One of the link of the chain(classic) is not sealed on my bag. Should I worry? If you do use pliers or something make sure to put some kind of fabric around the link so the pliers don't scratch the silver. I have some links on my cc tote that aren't completely closed, but they have never come apart and I know that was one of the problems with the cc tote.

May 9th, 2008, 07:29 PM	#7
burberryprncess Sophie Location: I need a vacation	Re: One of the link of the chain(classic) is not sealed on my bag. Should I worry? I used a plier once for the same problem. It didn't hurt the chain but do as Gators suggested and use a small cloth over the pliers. __________________ Hope your holidays are bright with surprise and delight. "Women who buy the famous 2.55 cannot only buy black." ---Karl Lagerfeld

May 9th, 2008, 08:23 PM	#8
shanam Member Location: Connecticut	Re: One of the link of the chain(classic) is not sealed on my bag. Should I worry? If you are really nervous about doing it yourself, try taking it to a cobbler. they often fix things like that and would have the right tools. __________________ "One's clothes shouldn't draw attention or remark: it should be your wit, charm, intelligence and, for those lucky enough, natural beauty. That's true style."

May 9th, 2008, 09:06 PM	#9
kimalee California Girl Location: CA/MA	Re: One of the link of the chain(classic) is not sealed on my bag. Should I worry? I think it would be an easy fix if you were to do it yourself. But like others suggested, make sure you put something between the tool and the chain itself. __________________ "Be reckless enough to gamble all or nothing to follow your dreams." - John Galliano