Scratches on Leigh

Sofiesmom · Jun 23rd, 2008, 07:36 PM

I was wondering if anyone can help me. I have a bunch of scratches on my juniper leigh. I tried using apple conditioner and buffing it out. That didnt work. Do you guys have any ideas as to what I can use to get out the scratches? I made the mistake of not conditioning it before I used it. I just took out my black leigh and I conditioned that first. Hopefully it wont scratch as easily. Help!

PhantaBitten · Jun 23rd, 2008, 08:45 PM

Oh my! Sorry to hear about ur leigh. I use the magic eraser on my LV speedy handles. It dries them out so I use conditioner on them after. Maybe the magic eraser will work for you too. Never know. GL

berrygirl · Jun 23rd, 2008, 08:56 PM

I have a clay shoulder bag, which I think is similar to the juniper in terms of scratching. I find that the scratches (and water spots) go away with time. The more I use the bag, the more the leather "breaks in;" all of the old scratches have faded and it's harder to scratch it now. I know it sounds kind of cheesy, but it's the kind of bag that requires patience and understanding.

greenpixie · Jun 23rd, 2008, 09:20 PM

berrygirl is right - I think now you just need to use it, use it , use it! The scratches will blend in with time and be a beatiful, weathered patina on your bag. I don't think I would use magic eraser on this leather since the dye on the juniper and raisin was not as saturated as the other colors on this bag.

Enjoy your Leigh - I love mine! The black I have has not scratched at all.

rendodan110 · Jun 23rd, 2008, 11:22 PM

yes with each use the scratches seem to fade!! I have a whiskey leigh and some of the scratches it has when I bought it are already faded!

leatherpro · Jun 24th, 2008, 07:42 AM

A water based leather protector (not a solvent or aerosol) usually gets rid of surface scratches on absorbent style leathers and will do the leather good at the same time by repelling dirt and body oils.

alatrop · Jun 24th, 2008, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by berrygirl

I have a clay shoulder bag, which I think is similar to the juniper in terms of scratching. I find that the scratches (and water spots) go away with time. The more I use the bag, the more the leather "breaks in;" all of the old scratches have faded and it's harder to scratch it now. I know it sounds kind of cheesy, but it's the kind of bag that requires patience and understanding.

Agreed. I've found this to be true with my magenta Madeline.

Jun 23rd, 2008, 07:36 PM	#1
Sofiesmom Coach Addict Location: IL	Scratches on Leigh I was wondering if anyone can help me. I have a bunch of scratches on my juniper leigh. I tried using apple conditioner and buffing it out. That didnt work. Do you guys have any ideas as to what I can use to get out the scratches? I made the mistake of not conditioning it before I used it. I just took out my black leigh and I conditioned that first. Hopefully it wont scratch as easily. Help! __________________ Jodi

Jun 23rd, 2008, 08:45 PM	#2
PhantaBitten Wings &amp; Flames fan Location: North of ND	Oh my! Sorry to hear about ur leigh. I use the magic eraser on my LV speedy handles. It dries them out so I use conditioner on them after. Maybe the magic eraser will work for you too. Never know. GL __________________ Currently saving for a 2009 Ford Fusion SE/4 cylinder/FWD/dark ink blue exterior/medium light stone interior (I think) or do I want white platinum tri-coat *Dreaming of New York, Balenciaga & a Fusion for 2009*

Jun 23rd, 2008, 09:20 PM	#4
greenpixie Coach & Ignes Mod Location: sunny CA	berrygirl is right - I think now you just need to use it, use it , use it! The scratches will blend in with time and be a beatiful, weathered patina on your bag. I don't think I would use magic eraser on this leather since the dye on the juniper and raisin was not as saturated as the other colors on this bag. Enjoy your Leigh - I love mine! The black I have has not scratched at all. __________________ GP is banned!

Jun 23rd, 2008, 11:22 PM	#5
rendodan110 Danielle Location: Northern Colorado	yes with each use the scratches seem to fade!! I have a whiskey leigh and some of the scratches it has when I bought it are already faded! __________________ my wishlist violates signature size regulations. add me on myspace.http://www.myspace.com/danielle1972 "Men have forgotten this truth," "But you must not forget it. You become responsible, forever, for what you have tamed.-Antoine de Saint-Exupery The Little Prince

Jun 24th, 2008, 07:42 AM	#6
leatherpro Member	A water based leather protector (not a solvent or aerosol) usually gets rid of surface scratches on absorbent style leathers and will do the leather good at the same time by repelling dirt and body oils. __________________ Leather care consultant IICRC (LCT)

Jun 23rd, 2008, 08:56 PM	#3
berrygirl Member	I have a clay shoulder bag, which I think is similar to the juniper in terms of scratching. I find that the scratches (and water spots) go away with time. The more I use the bag, the more the leather "breaks in;" all of the old scratches have faded and it's harder to scratch it now. I know it sounds kind of cheesy, but it's the kind of bag that requires patience and understanding.