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Sybaryte · Sep 11th, 2008, 04:48 PM

Anyone have experience or an opinion on Black Bronze Wizard Snake? I'm eyeing the Bungalow wallet...

Stormy Heart · Sep 11th, 2008, 04:56 PM

Originally Posted by Sybaryte

Anyone have experience or an opinion on Black Bronze Wizard Snake? I'm eyeing the Bungalow wallet...

OMG If I didn't know we're talkin purses, I'd say Heck NO I don't wanna experience with a BLACK BRONZE WIZARD SNAKE !

Sybaryte · Sep 11th, 2008, 05:19 PM

Good point!!!!! :)

mlinky · Sep 12th, 2008, 08:59 AM

^^^ LOL, does sound scarey, BUT, I have learned to trust HH metallics. They never show up well on the website pictures, but they have all been gorgeous IRL.

mlinky · Nov 14th, 2008, 04:20 PM

Here we go, posting my question on the correct thread:

Stormy, the metallic indigo that they used on the Mercer 3C with black croc trim, and the Mercer clutch with the kimono print inset feels like silk. How did they pull that off?

karmenzsofia · Nov 14th, 2008, 04:44 PM

Metallics have never been my thing, but I love the purple one.

Stormy Heart · Nov 14th, 2008, 07:18 PM

Originally Posted by mlinky

Stormy, the metallic indigo that they used on the Mercer 3C with black croc trim, and the Mercer clutch with the kimono print inset feels like silk. How did they pull that off?

Thanks, Mlinky (didn't want to go OT over there).
Patent Indigo Croco ! The most elegant combination HH ever made !
This is one of the metallics that have microscopic metal particles embedded in the colored finish. The reflective dust is finer than the metal/pearl bits seen in Pewter.
The silkiness comes from both the fine grain lambskin and the technique used to apply the metallic finish employing heat and rollers (which essentially 'iron' it, resulting in extra smoothness)
The Croc embossed patent is actually very dark navy blue, and is a true patent.
Real patent leather smoothness and shine is achieved by putting the hides between heavy rollers under pressure (also adds a little stiffness). The embossed pattern is pressed in with rollers or stamps..
You can see why these leathers are very expensive to produce, and based on results, are worth the time, expertise, and expense.
~~ All this before we get to the amazing details on these bags !
Both these bags are HH Collector's items ~ do you have one ?

mlinky · Nov 17th, 2008, 09:30 AM

^^^^Yes, I have one, and she is gorgeous! I kind of baby her and wear her only on special occassions. I really prefer to just admire her. My mom also sometimes borrows her for nights out.

mlinky · Dec 23rd, 2008, 10:01 AM

Here is a picture of the indigo/croc Mercer 3C, with flash and without.

mlinky · Dec 23rd, 2008, 10:02 AM

A few other of my metallic babies, Big Mimi - Lead; Mercer Clutch - Oyster; Clutch Wallet - Goldrush; Bowery - Vintage Gold:

StageMum · Dec 23rd, 2008, 10:58 AM

Originally Posted by Stormy Heart

Thanks, Mlinky (didn't want to go OT over there).
Patent Indigo Croco ! The most elegant combination HH ever made !
This is one of the metallics that have microscopic metal particles embedded in the colored finish. The reflective dust is finer than the metal/pearl bits seen in Pewter.
The silkiness comes from both the fine grain lambskin and the technique used to apply the metallic finish employing heat and rollers (which essentially 'iron' it, resulting in extra smoothness)
The Croc embossed patent is actually very dark navy blue, and is a true patent.
Real patent leather smoothness and shine is achieved by putting the hides between heavy rollers under pressure (also adds a little stiffness). The embossed pattern is pressed in with rollers or stamps..
You can see why these leathers are very expensive to produce, and based on results, are worth the time, expertise, and expense.
~~ All this before we get to the amazing details on these bags !
Both these bags are HH Collector's items ~ do you have one ?

I have the indigo croc mercer and it is so lovely. I'm never getting rid of it!

NamkhaDrolma · Dec 23rd, 2008, 03:50 PM

That indigo metallic is out of this world! What I wouldn't give for a Pompidou in that leather...

Sybaryte · Jan 17th, 2009, 02:54 AM

Stormy (my apologies if this was asked and answered previously):

I think the BBWS (Black Bronze Wizard Snake?) feels like a metallic suede. Your thoughts?

Stormy Heart · Jan 17th, 2009, 12:48 PM

Originally Posted by Sybaryte

Stormy (my apologies if this was asked and answered previously):

I think the BBWS (Black Bronze Wizard Snake?) feels like a metallic suede. Your thoughts?

Technically, there is no such thing as metallic suede. The Wiz is a deeply embossed leather, (maybe nubuck originally) with metallic applied to the raised design. The soft suede feel would be a result of the underlying fine nubuck or snuffed surface. Having not felt it IRL, I can't be certain. Is there an underside of the leather visible anywhere ? I can ID leathers blindfolded, but Syb, you ask hard questions; visuals are the smallest part of knowing leather. The good news is that it looks very well done; I would like to know how these hold up over time with use.

ND ~ I agree, and still wish I'd gone for the blue Pompi once upon that time.... the leather is the reason I keep M3C.

Sybaryte · Jan 17th, 2009, 03:05 PM

^^ No visible underside. Nubuck - I think a good possibility. As soft as some HH leathers are, this feels even softer with a slight nap. Durability will be interesting to see although not that easy to test since I don't see it as a high use item (Tracey clutch). But I just realized - I should check the snag factor so that I don't find out the hard way.

Thanks SH!

Sep 11th, 2008, 04:48 PM	#31
Sybaryte Sofa King Banned Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 3,911	Anyone have experience or an opinion on Black Bronze Wizard Snake? I'm eyeing the Bungalow wallet...
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Sep 11th, 2008, 05:19 PM	#33
Sybaryte Sofa King Banned Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 3,911	Good point!!!!! :)
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Sep 12th, 2008, 08:59 AM	#34
mlinky Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,922	^^^ LOL, does sound scarey, BUT, I have learned to trust HH metallics. They never show up well on the website pictures, but they have all been gorgeous IRL.
mlinky Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,922

Nov 14th, 2008, 04:20 PM	#35
mlinky Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,922	Here we go, posting my question on the correct thread: Stormy, the metallic indigo that they used on the Mercer 3C with black croc trim, and the Mercer clutch with the kimono print inset feels like silk. How did they pull that off?
mlinky Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,922

Nov 14th, 2008, 04:44 PM	#36
karmenzsofia Life is Plan Z Joined: Jun 2008 Location: Tarot Card Posts: 14,888	Metallics have never been my thing, but I love the purple one.
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Nov 17th, 2008, 09:30 AM	#38
mlinky Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,922	^^^^Yes, I have one, and she is gorgeous! I kind of baby her and wear her only on special occassions. I really prefer to just admire her. My mom also sometimes borrows her for nights out.
mlinky Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,922

Dec 23rd, 2008, 10:01 AM	#39
mlinky Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,922	Here is a picture of the indigo/croc Mercer 3C, with flash and without.
mlinky Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,922

Dec 23rd, 2008, 10:02 AM	#40
mlinky Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,922	A few other of my metallic babies, Big Mimi - Lead; Mercer Clutch - Oyster; Clutch Wallet - Goldrush; Bowery - Vintage Gold:
mlinky Member Joined: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,922

Dec 23rd, 2008, 03:50 PM	#42
NamkhaDrolma Member Joined: Jun 2007 Location: 44.1 (44°6.1' N) \| -79.3 (9°16.6' W) Posts: 909	That indigo metallic is out of this world! What I wouldn't give for a Pompidou in that leather...

Jan 17th, 2009, 02:54 AM	#43
Sybaryte Sofa King Banned Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 3,911	Stormy (my apologies if this was asked and answered previously): I think the BBWS (Black Bronze Wizard Snake?) feels like a metallic suede. Your thoughts?
Sybaryte Sofa King Banned Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 3,911

Jan 17th, 2009, 03:05 PM	#45
Sybaryte Sofa King Banned Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 3,911	^^ No visible underside. Nubuck - I think a good possibility. As soft as some HH leathers are, this feels even softer with a slight nap. Durability will be interesting to see although not that easy to test since I don't see it as a high use item (Tracey clutch). But I just realized - I should check the snag factor so that I don't find out the hard way. Thanks SH!
Sybaryte Sofa King Banned Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 3,911

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