Send your bag in, don’t do it over photos. It’s worth the extra cost to have reassurance and you’ll get a certificate if you ever want to sell your bad.
Can someone recommend an online authentication service
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That's odd, because as per their website, they don't do picture authentications for classics with 15 millions series and beyond. I wonder why they made an exception.
I don't think any authenticator is always correct 100% of the time and even if their authentication was wrong in your case, Etinceler would still be my recommended service for Chanel authentications, whether it's by pictures alone, or in person.
I know Leather Surgeons is reputable and known for doing repairs for Chanel, but even they have not always been correct in their evaluations.
Unless their authenticity certificate has been tampered with here, they have repaired a fake boy (that unfortunately has sold recently) :
https://www.tradesy.com/i/chanel-bo...ack-lambskin-leather-cross-body-bag/24012832/
That's entirely up to you. If you're asking if I'm certain of the bag's authenticity, yes, I am. That said, if it puts your mind at ease, I'd say do it. It's always good to have a 2nd opinion, especially if you are not too familiar with Chanel and are on pins and needles about your purchase. I do think Etinceler would have you send this one in for inspection (as per their website).
If sending it in would be too much of a hassle for you, you can also contact Authenticate4U, they still authenticate all series by pictures alone. And then there is also Lollipuff (who I believe uses artificial intelligence to authenticate) and some other services you can find by doing some research. You can then determine for yourself which company you feel most comfortable with.
im really surprised too that Etinceler would give opinions on a 15+ series with photos only. This is the first time I've personally heard of them being wrong.
I have always had a good experience with Etinceler. I tried authenticate4u but they never replied and then didn't replied for requests for a refund so I had to dispute it through PayPal to get a refund.
Unfortunately yes, they were wrong about my bag. I had 2 other companies confirm it is not authentic.
Hi all,
Looking for trustworthy paid authentication services.
Just purchased my first Chanel resale and I'm looking to get it authenticated for some peace of mind
Purchased on eBay from a reseller with thousands of positive reviews, bag was also listed on Tradesy and LePrix.
Bonus points if any of them are local to NYC!
Looking for trustworthy paid authentication services.
Just purchased my first Chanel resale and I'm looking to get it authenticated for some peace of mind
Purchased on eBay from a reseller with thousands of positive reviews, bag was also listed on Tradesy and LePrix.Bonus points if any of them are local to NYC!
Etinceler comes highly recommended. Leather surgeons will also authenticate if you send the bag in to get repaired/fixed etc. They don't offer the authentication service alone.
Hi all,
Looking for trustworthy paid authentication services.
Just purchased my first Chanel resale and I'm looking to get it authenticated for some peace of mind
Bonus points if any of them are local to NYC!
Leather surgeon does authentication alone for $95 plus shipping and insurance. Just got mine back. Expensive but I think it’s worth it.