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MolMol · Jun 12th, 2009, 12:40 PM

Hi everyone - I am new to HH bags and thinking about buying one! I just bought a passport cover and I love the soft leather....my only concern is the weight of the leather bags...usually I shop Linea Pelle but those bags are starting to hurt my shoulders....are the larger HH bags heavy? TIA!

indiaink · Jun 12th, 2009, 01:15 PM

MolMol - welcome!

About all I can say, given the info you've provided, is that the equivalent size of a Hayden-Harnett bag will NOT be as heavy as the same-size Linea Pelle bag. Most HH bags are fairly lightweight for their size - do you have a HH bag in particular you'd like to know the weight of? Somebody here will have it and can let you know!

gingeybear · Jun 12th, 2009, 01:29 PM

MolMol..welcome to the dark side of desire..mwahahahahaha!

Seriously..hi there..

ITA with I*I but it depends on the bag..and the hardware..and the leather..and heavy is subjective..I find some bags heavy..other don't..size is subjective too...I find some bags too large or too small..other think I am out of my mind.

For example..I can't do Trophy bags..others who are my height have no issues with the size.

So..ask away...I'm sort of between a newbie...and a not so newbie..I'm abov e the rank of enlisted private first class in the HH army...but not a five star general like others..

What' more...we all have our likes..dislikes and opinions..so hit us with your best shot..and question away..we love to share..and we do..vocally..but we are really nice. You will be comfortable here. Great time to ask..there appears to be a sale round the bend..sit tight..and hide your CCs..LOL

XOXO

Sybaryte · Jun 12th, 2009, 01:50 PM

I think most LP bags are relatively lightweight and the HH passport cover I have is kinda flimsy. Having said that, I recently weighed the following bags at the request of potential buyers so I have a direct comparison (the bags sold already so no rule breaking here):

HH Clara: 2 lbs 4 oz
LP Croco Shoulder Bag: 1 lb 12 oz

The Clara is heavy because of the clasp but the Croco shoulder has a fair amount of hardware. Both brands use a mix of cow leather (heavier) and lambskin (lighter). My guess is that the two brands are actually fairly even all things considered.

indiaink · Jun 12th, 2009, 02:01 PM

Syb, excellent comparison. Are those two similar bags in most aspects? I was thinking of an LP Dylan bag I used to have, which was heavy. I think the Clara is a heavy bag, but - in comparison to a similar LP? Is there a comparison? LOL. Clara weights more than my Conrad. And the new Newman I just received weighs less than the Inka it was created after...

GB, you're on the money on this one, most loved poet.

We need to find out what HH bags the OP is curious about.

Sybaryte · Jun 12th, 2009, 02:15 PM

^^I don't think you're going to find an exact comparison. The Dylan Croco is actually closer to the Havana in size and shape. But I would guess that my olive Havana weighs more than my anthracite Havana so if you can't compare the same style because of different leather, how can you do an exact comparison with a different brand? And as we know, the style of the shoulder strap can also impact the comfort of carrying a bag so it's not even a matter of just getting out the scale.

indiaink · Jun 12th, 2009, 02:44 PM

^ There you go, Syb. Couldn't have said it better myself. :)

slsk · Jun 12th, 2009, 07:05 PM

My problem with weight of HH bags is how much stuff I can fit in them, not the weight of the bags themselves. My KP corc is extremely lightweight but after I fit a wallet, keys, ipod, phone, planner, notebook, magazine, drink, change of clothes for my kid, spare diaper, pens, lipsticks.... not so light.

hokka · Jun 12th, 2009, 07:52 PM

i am for whatever reason pretty interested in the weight of my bags.

HH havana (eggplant): 1 lb, 12 ounces
HH conrad in eucalyptus: 2 lbs

indiaink · Jun 12th, 2009, 10:57 PM

^yep. The Conrad's hardware does a number on the weight, for sure. Two rings, a strap buckle, two front pocket buckles ... and the little hangy-down HH charm. I sure liked the bracelet better.

MolMol · Jun 12th, 2009, 11:59 PM

im not looking for an exact comparison, just wanted to know if your shoulders were all hurting from any of these bags...thanks for the info everyone

MolMol · Jun 13th, 2009, 02:27 PM

ok ladies thanks for your input...im looking at the havana bag.....it looks heavy! i wish i could try these on....what do you guys think

hokka · Jun 13th, 2009, 02:43 PM

Originally Posted by MolMol

ok ladies thanks for your input...im looking at the havana bag.....it looks heavy! i wish i could try these on....what do you guys think

it's totally not! i've had and let go a decent number of HH and LP bags and this one has stayed with me the longest - all of my LP bags are gone at this point (i've had a danielle something or the other - it was big, but not the tote, a mini speedy, a bowler in marigold, a wallet or two...) because although the leather was amazing, i just found them too heavy. i'm a wimp, though.

as for the havana, i only have one (i've never had more than one color of the same style bag) and it's the best. i love the wide shoulder strap AND it weighs less than 2 pounds (at least, the color i have does).

jennirane · Jun 13th, 2009, 05:12 PM

MolMol, I don't know the Croco of other LP bags, but my two LP bags (both Dylan Double-Pocket Messengers... huge) are REALLY heavy. I think it's a combination of how big they are, how much hardware, and the straps are a little narrow to carry that much weight. So if you're mainly carrying larger Dylans, you'll be really happy with HH.

And everyone's right, of course... depends on the leather, shape, etc..
My biggest HH bag (Khaki Patent) is also one of my lightest; the patents are very light.

MolMol · Jun 13th, 2009, 05:43 PM

yes - right now i have the danielle tote (large) and all of the dylan totes i have (even the smaller messenger) hurt after a few hours (like when i was shopping at woodbury!) and the dylan croco doesnt bother me i love that bag, but i will probably sell the others on ebay....

and of course im a bargain hunter so i kinda want to buy it with the 50% code...are there ever better sales??

Jun 12th, 2009, 12:40 PM	#1
MolMol OP Member Joined: Jun 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 378	Weight of HH bags? Hi everyone - I am new to HH bags and thinking about buying one! I just bought a passport cover and I love the soft leather....my only concern is the weight of the leather bags...usually I shop Linea Pelle but those bags are starting to hurt my shoulders....are the larger HH bags heavy? TIA!

Jun 12th, 2009, 01:15 PM	#2
indiaink Member Joined: May 2007 Posts: 3,967	MolMol - welcome! About all I can say, given the info you've provided, is that the equivalent size of a Hayden-Harnett bag will NOT be as heavy as the same-size Linea Pelle bag. Most HH bags are fairly lightweight for their size - do you have a HH bag in particular you'd like to know the weight of? Somebody here will have it and can let you know!
indiaink Member Joined: May 2007 Posts: 3,967	__________________

Jun 12th, 2009, 01:29 PM	#3
gingeybear Oh woe is me! Joined: Oct 2008 Location: In HH rehab! Posts: 4,499	MolMol..welcome to the dark side of desire..mwahahahahaha! Seriously..hi there.. ITA with I*I but it depends on the bag..and the hardware..and the leather..and heavy is subjective..I find some bags heavy..other don't..size is subjective too...I find some bags too large or too small..other think I am out of my mind. For example..I can't do Trophy bags..others who are my height have no issues with the size. So..ask away...I'm sort of between a newbie...and a not so newbie..I'm abov e the rank of enlisted private first class in the HH army...but not a five star general like others.. What' more...we all have our likes..dislikes and opinions..so hit us with your best shot..and question away..we love to share..and we do..vocally..but we are really nice. You will be comfortable here. Great time to ask..there appears to be a sale round the bend..sit tight..and hide your CCs..LOL XOXO
	__________________ "A man comes from the dust and in the dust he will end--and in the meantime it is good to drink a sip of vodka." Yiddish Proverb

Jun 12th, 2009, 01:50 PM	#4
Sybaryte Sofa King Banned Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 3,911	I think most LP bags are relatively lightweight and the HH passport cover I have is kinda flimsy. Having said that, I recently weighed the following bags at the request of potential buyers so I have a direct comparison (the bags sold already so no rule breaking here): HH Clara: 2 lbs 4 oz LP Croco Shoulder Bag: 1 lb 12 oz The Clara is heavy because of the clasp but the Croco shoulder has a fair amount of hardware. Both brands use a mix of cow leather (heavier) and lambskin (lighter). My guess is that the two brands are actually fairly even all things considered.
Sybaryte Sofa King Banned Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 3,911

Jun 12th, 2009, 02:01 PM	#5
indiaink Member Joined: May 2007 Posts: 3,967	Syb, excellent comparison. Are those two similar bags in most aspects? I was thinking of an LP Dylan bag I used to have, which was heavy. I think the Clara is a heavy bag, but - in comparison to a similar LP? Is there a comparison? LOL. Clara weights more than my Conrad. And the new Newman I just received weighs less than the Inka it was created after... GB, you're on the money on this one, most loved poet. We need to find out what HH bags the OP is curious about.
indiaink Member Joined: May 2007 Posts: 3,967	__________________

Jun 12th, 2009, 02:15 PM	#6
Sybaryte Sofa King Banned Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 3,911	^^I don't think you're going to find an exact comparison. The Dylan Croco is actually closer to the Havana in size and shape. But I would guess that my olive Havana weighs more than my anthracite Havana so if you can't compare the same style because of different leather, how can you do an exact comparison with a different brand? And as we know, the style of the shoulder strap can also impact the comfort of carrying a bag so it's not even a matter of just getting out the scale.
Sybaryte Sofa King Banned Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 3,911

Jun 12th, 2009, 02:44 PM	#7
indiaink Member Joined: May 2007 Posts: 3,967	^ There you go, Syb. Couldn't have said it better myself. :)
indiaink Member Joined: May 2007 Posts: 3,967	__________________

Jun 12th, 2009, 07:05 PM	#8
slsk pastry chef / sniper Joined: Apr 2006 Location: I'm just a girl, in the world. Posts: 802	My problem with weight of HH bags is how much stuff I can fit in them, not the weight of the bags themselves. My KP corc is extremely lightweight but after I fit a wallet, keys, ipod, phone, planner, notebook, magazine, drink, change of clothes for my kid, spare diaper, pens, lipsticks.... not so light.

Jun 12th, 2009, 07:52 PM	#9
hokka Member Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 1,210	i am for whatever reason pretty interested in the weight of my bags. HH havana (eggplant): 1 lb, 12 ounces HH conrad in eucalyptus: 2 lbs
hokka Member Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 1,210	__________________ happy with what i've got for now

Jun 12th, 2009, 10:57 PM	#10
indiaink Member Joined: May 2007 Posts: 3,967	^yep. The Conrad's hardware does a number on the weight, for sure. Two rings, a strap buckle, two front pocket buckles ... and the little hangy-down HH charm. I sure liked the bracelet better.
indiaink Member Joined: May 2007 Posts: 3,967	__________________

Jun 12th, 2009, 11:59 PM	#11
MolMol OP Member Joined: Jun 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 378	im not looking for an exact comparison, just wanted to know if your shoulders were all hurting from any of these bags...thanks for the info everyone

Jun 13th, 2009, 02:27 PM	#12
MolMol OP Member Joined: Jun 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 378	ok ladies thanks for your input...im looking at the havana bag.....it looks heavy! i wish i could try these on....what do you guys think

Jun 13th, 2009, 05:12 PM	#14
jennirane For one afternoon... Joined: Nov 2008 Location: Grand Junction, Colorado Posts: 4,803	MolMol, I don't know the Croco of other LP bags, but my two LP bags (both Dylan Double-Pocket Messengers... huge) are REALLY heavy. I think it's a combination of how big they are, how much hardware, and the straps are a little narrow to carry that much weight. So if you're mainly carrying larger Dylans, you'll be really happy with HH. And everyone's right, of course... depends on the leather, shape, etc.. My biggest HH bag (Khaki Patent) is also one of my lightest; the patents are very light.
	__________________ Stalking Old HH: Yam Emile Bowler and Yam, Moonbeam, and EggplantCelina Cuffs

Jun 13th, 2009, 05:43 PM	#15
MolMol OP Member Joined: Jun 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 378	yes - right now i have the danielle tote (large) and all of the dylan totes i have (even the smaller messenger) hurt after a few hours (like when i was shopping at woodbury!) and the dylan croco doesnt bother me i love that bag, but i will probably sell the others on ebay.... and of course im a bargain hunter so i kinda want to buy it with the 50% code...are there ever better sales??

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