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travelmom · Dec 27th, 2008, 02:30 AM

Thanks Stormy

Maybe it is me or maybe the site, but everything I try to search comes up with 0 results

That said, I would say you pretty much answered my questions quite succinctly. You're a gem! Thanks again!!!

hellothy · Dec 27th, 2008, 01:50 PM

Hello Stormy (:

I'm a newbie in HH bags and leather in general. Just ordered a Lorca in cordovan last week. From the pictures it doesn't seem it is glazed, right? So a spray would be fine? Also I had purchased Meguiar's Gold Class Rich Leather Cleaner/Conditioner wipes for my fossil wallet. Is that ok to use for my Lorca?

Thank you!

justjulie13 · Dec 27th, 2008, 02:41 PM

Dear Stormy,

I recently purchased a Lorca in Violet Crinkle Patent and when it arrived it had a sticky substance on the top of the flap. It seems like something a price sticker would leave behind, if you will. I contacted HH customer service, and since they don't have a replacement to offer me at this time I've decided to keep it *if* I can somehow clean it without affecting the gloss of the patent. Is there a product readily available that is safe to use on sticker goo? I really LOVE my bag and want to take the very best care of it. I've already tried to rub some of the goo off with my finger and it seems like it's taking some of the patent leather's "sheen" with it.

Help!

Stormy Heart · Dec 29th, 2008, 02:14 AM

Originally Posted by hellothy

Hello Stormy (:

I'm a newbie in HH bags and leather in general. Just ordered a Lorca in cordovan last week. From the pictures it doesn't seem it is glazed, right? So a spray would be fine? Also I had purchased Meguiar's Gold Class Rich Leather Cleaner/Conditioner wipes for my fossil wallet. Is that ok to use for my Lorca?

Thank you!

No, cordovan isn't glazed, and spray protectant is fine. It doesn't need a conditioner yet ! I've never met a new dried-out HH. The product you mention is a cleaner/moisture/sunscreen product. If it's all you have, please check a hidden area for color darkening/splotching before doing a whole bag or wallet.
I'd gladly use Meguiar's on Ferrari !

gingeybear · Dec 29th, 2008, 04:18 PM

Hi Stormy. I had to return the Sloane Blueberry that I purchased because the smell was noxious and made me ill. The smell was similar to that of some designer knock off jeans, a mix of spoiled milk and rotten meat Another TPF complained that her Ruby Lorca stank like "skunk butt". Do you think it was the dye that was used on this batch or perhaps the leather? As always, I'm grateful for your expert explanation, advice, suggestions etc. Happy New Year to you and yours..

paelaf · Dec 29th, 2008, 05:51 PM

So I just picked up the Lexol-pH Cleaner to use on my Cocoa Hudson Satchel. The leather is pretty soft--do I need to be worried about it causing any damage?

Stormy Heart · Dec 30th, 2008, 03:07 AM

Originally Posted by paelaf

So I just picked up the Lexol-pH Cleaner to use on my Cocoa Hudson Satchel. The leather is pretty soft--do I need to be worried about it causing any damage?

Nope.Lexol is effective and gentle. The Hudson may have a patina, so when you clean it you'll see a very fresh surface under the dirt. Follow up with the conditioner and she'll be like new. The formula is excellent for veg-tanned leather.

paelaf · Dec 30th, 2008, 10:50 AM

Great--thanks Stormy :)

cwu1126 · Dec 30th, 2008, 05:57 PM

dear stormy,

i just got my first HH in the mail today- a havana hobo in cordovan. i saw above that i can use spray to protect the leather. i tried searching for wilson's TLC spray but it is not listed on the website. so i assume it is no longer available/in stock. what alternative can i buy and where should i find it? thank you so much!

StageMum · Dec 30th, 2008, 11:21 PM

We need to rename this thread "Dear Stormy"... : )

mangowife · Dec 31st, 2008, 12:55 AM

(Dear Stormy =),

I'm about to treat my Clara in yam with Kiwi's spray protectant... do I need to do anything special with the metal accents? Cover them and not spray them? Spray the entire bag but wipe off the metal areas immediately? Thank you!

cherubicanh · Dec 31st, 2008, 01:50 AM

Originally Posted by mangowife

(Dear Stormy =),

I'm about to treat my Clara in yam with Kiwi's spray protectant... do I need to do anything special with the metal accents? Cover them and not spray them? Spray the entire bag but wipe off the metal areas immediately? Thank you!

I was about to ask the same thing. I've been wanting to use my yam Clara, but I haven't put anything on it yet. Should I buy rain repellant and spray it? Thanks in advance!

Stormy Heart · Dec 31st, 2008, 03:27 AM

Yammies need protection. Kiwi is easy to find in most drugstores and leather shops.
Mangomommie, yes spray the whole bag and wipe off the metal.

Stormy Heart · Dec 31st, 2008, 04:08 AM

Originally Posted by justjulie13

Dear Stormy,

I recently purchased a Lorca in Violet Crinkle Patent and when it arrived it had a sticky substance on the top of the flap. It seems like something a price sticker would leave behind, if you will. I contacted HH customer service, and since they don't have a replacement to offer me at this time I've decided to keep it *if* I can somehow clean it without affecting the gloss of the patent. Is there a product readily available that is safe to use on sticker goo? I really LOVE my bag and want to take the very best care of it. I've already tried to rub some of the goo off with my finger and it seems like it's taking some of the patent leather's "sheen" with it.

Help!

Julie, I'm sorry I can't help without knowing what the substance is. It could be an adhesive used in HH factory.
You should get an in-person opinion from your local leather or shoe shop. The Boss should be able to identify and solve the problem for you.
If there is no color loss but the finish is compromised after removing the 'goo', a clear leather topcoat finish can be touched up, so don't worry.

raychie33 · Jan 1st, 2009, 12:27 AM

Dear Stormy,
I just got my first HH which is a cordovan Sonia. I live in NYC so it will probably get caught in the rain/snow. What can I do to protect it without changing the look/feel of the leather at all? I am very unfamiliar with all of this so as many details as possible would be appreciated.
Also ordered a Black patent corcovado. Does anything have to be done to that?

Dec 27th, 2008, 01:50 PM	#152
hellothy Member Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 29	Hello Stormy (: I'm a newbie in HH bags and leather in general. Just ordered a Lorca in cordovan last week. From the pictures it doesn't seem it is glazed, right? So a spray would be fine? Also I had purchased Meguiar's Gold Class Rich Leather Cleaner/Conditioner wipes for my fossil wallet. Is that ok to use for my Lorca? Thank you!
hellothy Member Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 29

Dec 27th, 2008, 02:41 PM	#153
justjulie13 Member Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 270	Dear Stormy, I recently purchased a Lorca in Violet Crinkle Patent and when it arrived it had a sticky substance on the top of the flap. It seems like something a price sticker would leave behind, if you will. I contacted HH customer service, and since they don't have a replacement to offer me at this time I've decided to keep it if I can somehow clean it without affecting the gloss of the patent. Is there a product readily available that is safe to use on sticker goo? I really LOVE my bag and want to take the very best care of it. I've already tried to rub some of the goo off with my finger and it seems like it's taking some of the patent leather's "sheen" with it. Help!
justjulie13 Member Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 270	__________________ *~Julie~*

Dec 29th, 2008, 04:18 PM	#155
gingeybear Oh woe is me! Joined: Oct 2008 Location: In HH rehab! Posts: 4,494	Hi Stormy. I had to return the Sloane Blueberry that I purchased because the smell was noxious and made me ill. The smell was similar to that of some designer knock off jeans, a mix of spoiled milk and rotten meat Another TPF complained that her Ruby Lorca stank like "skunk butt". Do you think it was the dye that was used on this batch or perhaps the leather? As always, I'm grateful for your expert explanation, advice, suggestions etc. Happy New Year to you and yours..
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Dec 30th, 2008, 05:57 PM	#159
cwu1126 Member Joined: Jun 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 87	dear stormy, i just got my first HH in the mail today- a havana hobo in cordovan. i saw above that i can use spray to protect the leather. i tried searching for wilson's TLC spray but it is not listed on the website. so i assume it is no longer available/in stock. what alternative can i buy and where should i find it? thank you so much!
cwu1126 Member Joined: Jun 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 87

Dec 30th, 2008, 11:21 PM	#160
StageMum Member Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 434	We need to rename this thread "Dear Stormy"... : )
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Dec 27th, 2008, 02:30 AM	#151
travelmom Member Joined: Nov 2008 Location: Singapore Posts: 648	Thanks Stormy Maybe it is me or maybe the site, but everything I try to search comes up with 0 results That said, I would say you pretty much answered my questions quite succinctly. You're a gem! Thanks again!!!

Dec 29th, 2008, 05:51 PM	#156
paelaf Member Joined: Dec 2006 Location: NY Posts: 2,331	So I just picked up the Lexol-pH Cleaner to use on my Cocoa Hudson Satchel. The leather is pretty soft--do I need to be worried about it causing any damage?

Dec 30th, 2008, 10:50 AM	#158
paelaf Member Joined: Dec 2006 Location: NY Posts: 2,331	Great--thanks Stormy :)

Dec 31st, 2008, 12:55 AM	#161
mangowife Seriously tempted... Joined: Aug 2006 Location: Too far from the beach! Posts: 2,289	(Dear Stormy =), I'm about to treat my Clara in yam with Kiwi's spray protectant... do I need to do anything special with the metal accents? Cover them and not spray them? Spray the entire bag but wipe off the metal areas immediately? Thank you!
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Dec 31st, 2008, 03:27 AM	#163
Stormy Heart HellBent for Leather Joined: Apr 2008 Posts: 2,173	Yammies need protection. Kiwi is easy to find in most drugstores and leather shops. Mangomommie, yes spray the whole bag and wipe off the metal.
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Jan 1st, 2009, 12:27 AM	#165
raychie33 Member Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 28	Dear Stormy, I just got my first HH which is a cordovan Sonia. I live in NYC so it will probably get caught in the rain/snow. What can I do to protect it without changing the look/feel of the leather at all? I am very unfamiliar with all of this so as many details as possible would be appreciated. Also ordered a Black patent corcovado. Does anything have to be done to that?
raychie33 Member Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 28

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